I've been taking a break from social media for personal reasons.
Because of the behaviour and politics of the owner of Twitter - yes, because he's a Nazi - I'm reluctant to return here.
You can find me on Bluesky: @tsblenkinsop.bsky.social - hope to see you there.
🏛️ Hartcliffe has been left behind for too long
🌹 Labour is determined to change that. The Government is investing £20m into the community, which has often felt forgotten by those in power
https://t.co/bLvgtQwt0V
The Greens promised to protect this on page one of their manifesto commitments, yet they have chosen to cut it at the first opportunity.
Their promises aren’t worth the paper they’re written on.
https://t.co/deizObtRkN
JUST ANNOUNCED - A huge boost in funding for Bristol City Council to prevent and tackle homelessness.
Labour promised change - and the work of change has begun
🚨 NEW: Deputy Prime Minister @AngelaRayner confirms the Government is introducing a Community Right to Buy in the English Devolution White Paper.
Our Party, members, and supporters have backed this policy as a vital step to put power back in the hands of local communities.
Big day ahead as we present the English Devolution White Paper to Parliament this afternoon.
Our shared ambition with councils and mayors to drive growth felt in every community, and reform local public services as we repair the foundations are critical to delivering the plan for change.
#devolution
Find out more about proposals for Bristol Regional Cycling Hub in Lawrence Weston and Shirehampton at a drop-in session:
📌Shirehampton Public Hall, 32 Station Road, Shirehampton from 3-5pm on Mon 16 Dec
You can also find out more and give your views at https://t.co/5N25Sb6IZt
Community energy is being given spotlight it deserves in the Government's Clean Power 2030 Action Plan.
Here's nearly everything community energy you need to know from the action plan:
Thanks to the Labour Party, the NHS has been one of the UK’s most vital assets for 75 years, being the first universal healthcare system to be free at the point of delivery.
Finally, we once again have a Labour government that appreciates the importance of healthcare.
Proud to announce @margarethodge as our new Anti-Corruption Champion.
We are stepping up efforts across government and with law enforcement agencies like the @NCA_UK to clamp down on corruption at home and overseas.
Co-operatives build a better world.
As we head toward the end of an incredible year for our movement, we look toward 2025, the International Year of Co-operatives.
Read more below.
The @metoffice has issued a red weather warning for strong and damaging winds from #StormDarragh - including Avonmouth, Shirehampton, Lawrence Weston and Sea Mills.
Here’s some advice on how to keep you and your property safe.
#WeatherReady
👉 https://t.co/jmXHOvTX7Y
1/3 For International Palestinian Solidarity Day, I wrote my first opinion piece for the Bristol 24/7! I am really excited as the only Palestinian councillor in Bristol City Council to have had the opportunity to share my recent opinion piece reflecting on Palestine’s rich
We’re delivering on our promise to fix our broken railways. South Western Railway is now back in public control.
Better services for passengers. Better value for taxpayers.
My government is rebuilding Britain.
Before the turkey's in the oven and the presents are wrapped, the shelves need to be stocked and the sale needs to be rung through.
Our holiday season wouldn't be possible without the hard work of shopworkers. We owe it to them to protect them from abuse and violence.
🗓️ Get your recycling and waste collection calendars for 2025 🗓️ Visit our website to download yours now! Let's get planning and make 2025 the best for recycling yet ♻️ https://t.co/SQspZgoCl1