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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 1h

As Black History Month begins today - it was great to be at the civic launch in Manchester Cathedral hosted by the Caribbean & African Health Network! It was amazing to see so many people and performances celebrating Greater Manchester's rich Black history and heritage.⭐️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 3h

Today is the day! VAT is now off your electricity bills, providing immediate support with your energy costs. We know that it won't solve the whole problem. But whilst we're building up our clean, green energy, this cut will hopefully show you that we're serious about getting your bills down.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

These are the announcements you need to know about from Labour's conference.👇️ 🌹

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Andy Burnham's speech yesterday was full of emotion for our country, hope in what our country has represented in the past and can represent again.🌹 I'm proud to support his leadership and will do all I can to deliver his vision to my constituents in Manchester Rusholme.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This is just some of the work I've done for my constituents this September.👇️ 🗓️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I welcome the Home Secretary's new safe and legal routes for women and girls fleeing horrific conditions in Palestine and Afghanistan. This is what a fair asylum system looks like. I hope we open up more routes like this when needed. This is what Britian is about - a warm welcome to those in need.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Some highlights of a (very busy) start to the Labour Party Conference this weekend!🌹

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I've always said that Labour's initial position on Palestine wasn't enough. I'm proud to see that today the Foreign Secretary acknowledged that we haven't always been right, and we are now fixing that.

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BHF Policy @bhfpolicy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thank you to @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social for meeting with us. We discussed how life-saving research can help people live longer, healthier lives. We look forward to working with you in Parliament to ensure more people can benefit from life-changing CVD research and enjoy a brighter, healthier future 🤝

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mcsfoundation.bsky.social @mcsfoundation.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We were pleased to welcome @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social to our stand at #LaboutConference #Lab26 today to talk about lowering electricity prices by moving social and environmental levies into general taxation. Thank you for a great discussion.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Months on from the anti-Muslim hostility definition, we need to see more action to implement it - including appointing an anti-Muslim hostility tsar. I recently spoke to @hyphenonline.com. The government should use Islamophobia Awareness Month to tackle anti-Muslim hostility. buff.ly/CCAJ066

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Great catch up with the brilliant Whalley Range Labour team and fantastic Labour Councillors Angeliki Stogia and Muqaddasah Bano - focused on Labours plans to deliver cleaner streets and improve our green spaces!🌹☀️🌳

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Great catch-up with the Rusholme Labour team.🌹 So happy to hear that residents and our local members are really pleased with the new direction of the Labour Government under Andy Burnham - especially on Palestine and sanctioning illegal Israeli settlements.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

That's why I met with Safety4Sisters in Hulme and the Hibiscus Initiative who do important work helping migrant survivors of gender-based violence. We spoke about the need to ensure migrant survivors of gender-based violence are protected in the Immigration and Asylum Bill and what I can do to help.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The brilliant Seitan's Kebab at @manchester.ac.uk is a semi finalist for this years' best vegan kebab at the British Kebab Awards!🌯 I went along to try it and I loved it! Make sure to pay them a visit and vote for them here: buff.ly/w1nk4qd!%E2%...

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

With The Celebrity Traitors about start again I was so pleased to be celebrating 15 years of the BBC being at MediaCity!🏙️ I met with the new Director General of the BBC Matt Brittin, as well as local leaders to celebrate the massive contribution the BBC makes to our city region.📺️🎙️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Welcome back to all the students at @manchester.ac.uk, @manmetuni.bsky.social and the RNCM in my constituency!!🎉 I hope you all have an amazing time this year and that all your studies go well. And for my new constituents - welcome! Always feel free to reach out to me as your new MP.⭐️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I've heard from constituents who were frustrated with fireworks going off into the early hours this morning. People are allowed to use fireworks, but it is irresponsible to be lighting fireworks deep into the night. They keep children awake, can trigger with PTSD, and scare our family pets.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Labour has recognised the State of Palestine, sanctioned extremists in the Israeli Government and settlers, funded UNRWA, opened up UK study routes to Palestinians, and has been at the forefront of medical support in Palestine. I will continue to do everything I can to stand with the Palestinians.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

A year on from the Heaton Park Synagogue attack, Jewish communities are still scared. It's unacceptable. We must be united against violence being inflicted on religious communities. Thank you to the authorities for ensuring no one was hurt. www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...

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Police stop imminent terror attack on Manchester's Jewish community

Officers swooped on Manchester city centre to arrest two men who are still being quizzed on suspicion of terrorism

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Labour introduced 30 hours of free childcare saving families up to £7,500 per child per year - all part of our Best Start programme for new families.👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 To check what you're entitled to, visit Best Start in Life using the link below.👇️ buff.ly/UJgdPH4

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Sarah Owen MP @sarahowen.org.uk · 22/09/2026

Today, the government has announced it is bringing in statutory bereavement leave for pre-24 week pregnancy loss from next April. This will make a huge difference to women and their partners who experience the pain of losing a pregnancy - and finally recognise it as the bereavement that it is.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This week is organ donation week. As a Muslim, I believe that organ donation is the best form of charity a person can give - it saves lives, it stops families losing a loved one, and it gives people hope.☪️ Stay on the organ donation list and save a life.❤️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Our new Labour Mayor @bevcraig is committed to making our city region's air cleaner.✅️ Private hire vehicles can apply for a grant of up to £2,500 to upgrade their vehicles with cleaner alternatives - improving air quality and protecting the environment.☀️🚕 Apply here👇️ buff.ly/ydcRZOn

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Over the past few months I've been writing on Substack about a whole host of different issues and events.🖊️📃 If you want to see more of what I think in depth, subscribe to my Substack. Find it using the link: buff.ly/NT5Jbt9

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

I've signed to support the Greater Manchester Living Income.✅️ The cost of living is the biggest stress on households and we need radical change to address it. A living income would give us all a the ability to get a step up in life and I'll proudly support them in Manchester and in Parliament.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Have you heard of the Fair Work Agency? This new body created by Labour this year will protect your workers' rights and go after companies that break them.🌹 It's part of Labour's Workers' Rights Act - the largest uplift in workers' rights in a generation.✅️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

More of Labour's Young Future Hubs like the ones in Manchester are about to open all across England. 42 new hubs will offer support for some of the biggest challenges facing young people. Labour refuses to ignore young people - we are putting in the support every young person needs to thrive.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

No family should experience losses caused by knife crime. But in areas that have benefitted from Labour's targeted approach, knife crime has dropped by nearly a quarter since the last election. We promised to halve knife crime in a decade. This data shows that we are on track to meet this goal.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Boosting our green energy supply is the only way we can get energy bills lower whilst protecting our planet.🌍️ That's why Labour is increasing the funding for Great British Energy by nearly £30 million! Building up our publicly owned energy provider to slash your bills in a clean, green way.☀️🌳

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I hope my constituents have had a good start back to school!🎒 This school year will also bring healthier school dinners as Labour updates school food standards for first time in over a decade to make sure students are enjoying more exciting and nutritious meals full of fruit and veg. 🥕🍎

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

A huge thank you to @katedeardenmp.bsky.social for opening a consultation on anti-social firework use! My constituents are tired of fireworks being set off at all times in the night. I also want to thank @sarahowen.org.uk for your campaigning on this too! Share your thoughts here: buff.ly/njaYpv9

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

My constituents have seen a staggering £57 increase in their water bills this year alone - and for what? All whilst water companies continue to pump sewage into our rivers and seas. Any plan to tackle the cost of living and our water pollution must make water reform a strategic priority.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Today is #fitnessday and what better way to spend it than doing some yoga!🧘‍♂️ Whether you're part of a running group, a 5-a-side team with friends, or like me you're trying out some yoga - today is the perfect day to get out and enjoy some exercise!⚽️🏃‍♀️🎾

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

This week I had the pleasure of supporting the amazing Sagal Abdi-Wali on the campaign trail in Holborn and St Pancras! Sagal has an inspiration story having come to the UK as refugee and now leading Camden Council. I'm looking forward to working with her as Labour continues to bring back hope.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

My young leadership programme was packed with exciting trips, talks, and activities! If you followed what we were up to and would like to have been involved - keep a look out next year for my 2027 programme! In the meantime, take a listen to what everyone said was their favourite part.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

So great to be celebrating the first anniversary of GG Cash & Carry in my constituency - a business selling all halal frozen seafood and Japanese ingredients! Great to see small businesses thriving in my constituency🍤🍙

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

A huge happy birthday to my constituent Irene who recently turned 100!🎉 It was so lovely to see so many constituents coming out to celebrate Irene's amazing life with her over the weekend, particularly at The Place in Fallowfield, where Irene has volunteered. Such an amazing milestone!⭐️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Saddened to hear about the passing of Andy's father, Roy. As well as a loving father, Roy was a huge political inspiration for Andy, especially in regards to Andy's burning passion to reform adult social care. My thoughts are with the Prime Minister and the family during this difficult time.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

This week's announcements show that Labour is serious about changing its approach to Palestine. A new approach will call what is happening in the West Bank what it is: ethnic cleansing. We will sanction those responsible and step up on our medical support in Gaza.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Had an great time on last Friday at the Black Creative Trailblazers Showcase - so many amazing performances and fashion shows!🎉

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The government recognises that ethnic cleansing is being carried out in the West Bank. We are taking a firm stance against this by sanctioning settler terrorists so that they cannot profit from ethnic cleansing. Labour promised to do more to protect Palestine. This is that promise in action.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Such an a lovely afternoon spent with constituents at Birch Community Centre's allotments show!🍅🥕 So impressed by all the amazing fruit and veg people had grown this year.🫑🥬

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

If anyone builds a superintellegent AI everyone could die. That's why I supported @alexsobel.co.uk with his Bill to ban superintellegent AI development in the UK. Let's pause AI development and assess how far we've come - before it's too late.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Absolutely amazing result for Carl overnight in Burnage!🌹 So pleased to see you heading back to Town Hall and representing the people of Burnage like you have done in so many roles throughout your life. Such a fantastic win for yourself and for Manchester Labour.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This week Labour has shown that it will keep its promise to do better for the people of Palestine. I'm proud to have worked so closely with my good friend Husam Zomlot, the Palestinian Ambassador, over many years on Palestine and I look forward to many more years working together for peace.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Day 4 of the Young Leadership Programme!🎉 We were back in the constituency today learning all about what local leadership looks like. I also found out what our leaders would do if they were on the board of our Pride in Place programme in Moss Side and Whalley Range.☀️ Take a listen to our day.👇️

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Day 3 of my Young Leadership Programme and today we took a trip to Westminster! Today's highlight was our visit Downing Street! But we also met with the Leader of the House, special advisors, journalists and even a Senior Parliamentary Assistant who started out on my Programme. Take a listen:

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Alongside sanctioning illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank - we will enable up to 800,000 medical consultations this year in Gaza and bring our expertise to those who need medical support. Labour promised to do better in Palestine. This is the beginning of that promise.

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Afzal Khan MP @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

It was great to be out campaigning for my good friend Carl Austin Behan - Labour's candidate for Burnage! Carl will campaign to open up Burnage Library 7 days a week, tackle dangerous parking on Kingsway and Burnage Lane, and will work to end anti-social behaviour. Burnage - vote Carl tomorrow!

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