Tom Howard

Multi-award winning disability rights campaigner. Fighting for peace, justice, and equality. Work for an MP. Views are my own!

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

Reform promised to bring a new kind of politics to Suffolk.

Now one of their most senior councillors has been sacked from his Cabinet role after sharing a sexualised AI-generated image of a female colleague.

Whatever our political differences, everyone in public life deserves dignity and respect.

This behaviour has absolutely no place in politics.
https://t.co/YgkcXOZJQQ

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

Reform promised to bring a new kind of politics to Suffolk.

Now one of their most senior councillors has been sacked from his Cabinet role after sharing a sexualised AI-generated image of a female colleague.

Whatever our political differences, everyone in public life deserves dignity and respect.

This behaviour has absolutely no place in politics.
https://t.co/YgkcXOZJQQ

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

@GrantEvatt @PeterPrinsley You don't think access to dentistry is good?

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

There's a lot to welcome in today's Labour Budget! 🌹

Lower energy bills, higher wages, more support for our high streets, investment in affordable housing and extending paternity pay to self-employed dads are all genuinely positive steps.

My one disappointment is the lack of meaningful reform to student loans. Interest rates have spiralled out of control, leaving graduates watching their debts grow despite making repayments. This really needs addressing.

But overall, a positive Budget with measures that will make a real difference to families and businesses.

Breathing space today, and hope for the future! 🌹

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

@GeorgeAACX No way, I was in Parliament at the same time - hope you had a great time!

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

Protect Rabbits from Pet Theft

Following recent shocking incidents involving pet rabbits, I've launched a petition calling for rabbits to be included in the Pet Abduction Act 2024.

Rabbits are the UK's third most popular mammalian pet, yet they're excluded from the specific protections given to dogs and cats.

Why should our rabbits deserve any less protection?

Please sign and share!
https://t.co/7aHrB4wzOd

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

There's a lot to welcome in today's Labour Budget! 🌹

Lower energy bills, higher wages, more support for our high streets, investment in affordable housing and extending paternity pay to self-employed dads are all genuinely positive steps.

My one disappointment is the lack of meaningful reform to student loans. Interest rates have spiralled out of control, leaving graduates watching their debts grow despite making repayments. This really needs addressing.

But overall, a positive Budget with measures that will make a real difference to families and businesses.

Breathing space today, and hope for the future! 🌹

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

Protect Rabbits from Pet Theft

Following recent shocking incidents involving pet rabbits, I've launched a petition calling for rabbits to be included in the Pet Abduction Act 2024.

Rabbits are the UK's third most popular mammalian pet, yet they're excluded from the specific protections given to dogs and cats.

Why should our rabbits deserve any less protection?

Please sign and share!
https://t.co/7aHrB4wzOd

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

I understand the PM’s determination to help more young people into work.

But we have to be careful with language like “I don’t want to see anyone in their 20s on benefits.”

Some young people have lifelong disabilities, serious illnesses or genuine support needs.

Labour must always protect those who need our safety net most. #PMQs

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

ITV’s investigation is sickening.

Reform councillors calling Muslims “parasites”, Black children “animals” and discussing forced deportations.

These are elected representatives, not anonymous internet trolls.

The “few bad apples” excuse simply doesn’t wash. Where is the accountability?
https://t.co/GngIkTC6xp

[Dr Peter Prinsley MP @PeterPrinsley]

At a time when misinformation and disinformation are spreading across the world, the importance of trusted, independent journalism cannot be overstated.

Today, I asked the Prime Minister to reaffirm his support for the BBC World Service - Britain's voice to the world, and a vital voice for truth and facts.

I'm pleased he confirmed his strong support for both the World Service and the BBC as a whole. 👇

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

Trump wants Zelenskyy replaced while America buys Russian diesel.

Let’s be absolutely clear: Putin invaded Ukraine, not the other way around.

You don't achieve peace by punishing the victim and bankrolling the aggressor.

Ukraine's future belongs to Ukrainians. Not Trump. Not Putin.
https://t.co/qAMoQftwpD

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

Trump wants Zelenskyy replaced while America buys Russian diesel.

Let’s be absolutely clear: Putin invaded Ukraine, not the other way around.

You don't achieve peace by punishing the victim and bankrolling the aggressor.

Ukraine's future belongs to Ukrainians. Not Trump. Not Putin.
https://t.co/qAMoQftwpD

[Dr Peter Prinsley MP @PeterPrinsley]

A fantastic evening at the Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, for the opening night of Switzerland!

A gripping psychological thriller, with superb performances from Catherine Russell and Jamie Sayers.

We are incredibly fortunate to have such a wonderful theatre producing outstanding work right here in Bury St Edmunds.

Congratulations to everyone involved!

Running until 24 October - well worth a visit! 🎭

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

@MidSuffolk

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

15 months after moving into our new-build, we’re still chasing Linden Homes over unresolved defects - including a hole in our living-room floor.

We shouldn’t have to fight this hard to get basic repairs done.

We feel completely let down by how this has been handled. We just want our home put right.

[Dr Peter Prinsley MP @PeterPrinsley]

The Conservatives call it “cutting red tape”.

In reality, they want to scrap standards that make new homes cheaper to run – leaving families more dependent on gas and exposed to volatile global prices.

After a cost of living crisis, why on earth would we go backwards?
https://t.co/duCzCz3WyQ

[Dr Peter Prinsley MP @PeterPrinsley]

Great to see Suffolk Trading Standards successfully cracking down on vape shops selling illegal products in our area.

These products pose a risk to public health, and can often reflect wider criminality.

I'm glad to see action being taken to tackle this problem - this is important work.

https://t.co/lC7X5SG9mi

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

@andyburnham Never been on a flight, but can imagine the feeling!

[Tom Howard @TomHowardASD]

A free press is not a privilege granted by politicians. It is a cornerstone of democracy.

Trump says he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House.

Whatever your politics, those in power must be open to scrutiny.
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