Ben Clarkson

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[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

After almost two years, this September I’ll be saying goodbye to Gregor Poynton MP’s office, where I’ve had the privilege of working as a Constituency Assistant. 1/3

[LabourList @LabourList]

Well done @bevcraig on becoming the new Mayor of Greater Manchester!

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

I have signed up to support my friend! I hope the rest of you do the same. @michaeljmarra is the right person to lead us forward and create the change we need 🌹🌹

[Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra]

Leadership is for all of us, we need to demonstrate every day the radical change Scottish Labour can make.

Join our campaign today at our new website: https://t.co/VxU0olESOa

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

I’ll also be starting a BA (Hons) in Media and Communications at Edinburgh Napier University and I’m looking for part time opportunities in Edinburgh in politics, public affairs, communications or PR.

If you know of anything, I’d love to hear from you.

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

After almost two years, this September I’ll be saying goodbye to Gregor Poynton MP’s office, where I’ve had the privilege of working as a Constituency Assistant. 1/3

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

I’m incredibly grateful to Gregor and the whole team for their support, encouragement and everything I’ve learned along the way.

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

Incredible news!

[Joani Reid MP @JoaniReid]

A statement on my return to the PLP.

[Katherine Sangster MSP @kath14sangster]

Our party is fortunate to have many talented people and I believe Michael will work hard to bring those talents together, unite the party, and do the hard work needed to develop the serious ideas and policies that can deliver jobs, stronger public services, and greater opportunity for all.

[Andy Beshear @AndyBeshearKY]

Today Rand Paul wants to force an 85-year-old Dr. Anthony Fauci to address the American people but refuses to ask the same of 84-year-old Mitch McConnell.

[Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra]

Delighted @tracygilbert72 and @pauline4glasgow will be chairing my leadership campaign. They bring a wealth of experience from across our labour movement.

Chairing our local government campaign is @Maureen4RHW and @DavidR_Fife, champions in delivering Labour values in power.

[Martyn Ziegler @martynziegler]

NEW: Infantino tells countries to sign up to World Cup sell-off in 53 days for $40m each - or reject it and receive $10m. "Pure bribery" says one sources. https://t.co/TyG0j7kXH3

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

Proud to support my friend @michaeljmarra , he is one of the most genuine people I know in our Labour family. He brings experience, knowledge, passion and understanding. While also the drive and enthusiasm to succeed as our next Leader! I urge you to back Michael’s campaign 🌹

[Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra]

This is why I am standing to be the leader of the Scottish Labour Party.

[Scottish Young Labour @scotsyounglab]

We will always stand together to fight for a tolerant, inclusive Scotland, free from fear and discrimination.

Read our joint statement with @YSINational, @ScotYoungLibs & @scotyounggreens ✊🏻✊🏽✊🏿

[Paul Hutcheon @paulhutcheon]

EXC: Michael Marra has announced he is standing to be Scottish Labour leader.

Speaking to the Daily Record, he said he wanted to restore the party’s “moral purpose”, adding that Labour has to “learn” from their defeats and “change”.

https://t.co/qmJpG1SnoC

[Daniel Johnson MSP @DJforEdS]

This is a critical moment for Scottish Labour.

We need the right person to lead our party and meet that challenge.

That’s why I will endorse Michael Marra for Scottish Labour leader.

[Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra]

The sad passing of Sir Ian Wood leaves Aberdeen and the North East without a titan of his industry and a champion of his community. From delivering jobs to his considerable philanthropy he made his place and his people better.

[Chris Bryant @RhonddaBryant]

This horrific event shows why we still need Pride. Freedom to live and love without shame, treated equally with others under the law, safe from discrimination and homophobic violence - that’s worth marching for. Proud too that Belfast Pride was such a success.

[Martin McCluskey MP @martinmccluskey]

@ClaireCoutinho I ran my own business for six years.

And it’s McCluskey.

Facts and accuracy clearly not a strong point for the Tory front bench.

[Paul Hutcheon @paulhutcheon]

NEW: A spokesperson for Scottish Labour MSP Michael Marra - tipped as a leadership candidate - says “big changes” are needed in the party.

https://t.co/q4ijfgra7M

[Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra]

Anas has given years of service to the Scottish Labour Party. No one has worked harder to change our party and our country.

[Ben Clarkson @Bclarkson28]

Incredible to see so many Scots in the government! Including Gregor who will continue in the Whips office. 🌹

[Joe Pike @joepike]

•Simon Lightwood MP as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (Minister for Equalities). He remains as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Transport.
•Vicky Foxcroft MP as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
•Stephanie Peacock MP as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
•Ruth Mackenzie CBE as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport *
•Sarah Owen MP as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Northern Ireland Office
•Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Northern Ireland Office and as Captain of The King’s Bodyguard of the Yeoman of the Guard (Lords Deputy Chief Whip)
•Melanie Ward MP as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Scotland Office
•Claire Hughes MP as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Wales Office and Junior Lord of the Treasury (Government Whip)
•Gregor Poynton MP as Junior Lord of the Treasury (Government Whip)
•Shaun Davies MP as Junior Lord of the Treasury (Government Whip)
•Laurence Turner MP as Assistant Whip
•Rachel Hopkins MP as Assistant Whip
•Harpreet Uppal MP as Assistant Whip
•Michael Wheeler MP as Assistant Whip
•Liam Conlon MP as Assistant Whip
•Sarah Coombes MP as Assistant Whip
•Baroness Antrobus MBE as Baroness in Waiting (Government Whip)
•Baroness Dacres of Lewisham OBE as Baroness in Waiting (Government Whip)
•Baroness Hyde of Bemerton as Baroness in Waiting (Government Whip)
* His Majesty has also been pleased to signify His intention of conferring Peerages of the United Kingdom for Life on Anas Sarwar and Ruth Mackenzie CBE
The following Ministers have been re-appointed:
•Torsten Bell MP will remain as Parliamentary Secretary jointly in HM Treasury and the Department for Work and Pensions
•Chris Elmore MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
•Jake Richards MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Ministry of Justice. He will no longer serve as Assistant Whip.
•Calvin Bailey MBE MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Ministry of Defence
•Louise Sandher-Jones MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Ministry of Defence
•Martin McCluskey MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
•Josh MacAlister OBE MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Education
•Baroness Merron will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department of Health and Social Care
•Baroness Taylor of Stevenage OBE will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
•Keir Mather MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Transport
•Baroness Hayman of Ullock will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
•Anna McMorrin MP will remain as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales
•Christian Wakeford MP will remain as Junior Lord of the Treasury (Government Whip)
•Jade Botterill MP will remain as Junior Lord of the Treasury (Government Whip)
•Rt Hon Lord Wilson of Sedgefield will remain as Lord in Waiting (Government Whip)
•Lord Katz MBE will remain as Lord in Waiting (Government Whip)
•Baroness Ramsey of Wall Heath will remain as Baroness in Waiting (Government Whip)

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