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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

27 years ago today Caroline Esterson and I were married. BBQ and bubbly in the afternoon. Reception and party in the evening. What more could you wish for? Wonderful memories. Happy anniversary to my beautiful wife, Caroline. Neither of us have aged at all! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

The Chancellor’s right - our Industrial Strategy, trade deals & investment-led Spending Review deliver the stability the UK needs. A year of Labour: ✅ Business confidence at a 9-year high ✅ 385,000 new jobs ✅ 4 interest rate cuts ✅ Higher wages & stronger rights at work

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Reform is not on your side... Labour is banning fire and rehire. We’re stopping the abusive use of zero hours contracts. And we’re protecting workers against unfair dismissal. Reform’s MPs voted against all of these basic rights at work

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Labour is expanding Free School Meals to over 500,000 more children. In Sefton Central, 2,000+ children will benefit — saving families up to £500 a year and helping every child focus, learn and thrive. An important first step in our mission to tackle child poverty.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

The UK is currently 98% below the trajectory for home energy efficiency installations we were on in 2010. Our report recommends: ✅ A Warm Homes Advice Service ✅ EPC reform ✅ Skills + accountability ✅ Rebalancing of policy costs to deliver lower bills Time to get retrofit back on track.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

The Tories crashed the economy. In January, Reform said Labour was pushing us into recession. With Labour, in the first three months of the year, the UK economy has grown faster than the US, Canada, France, Italy and Germany.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

80 years ago, the freedoms we enjoy today were defended by the remarkable generation of WWII. This morning in Formby, we paused to remember their courage and sacrifice. #VEDay80

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Enjoying a nice break in Angelsey over the bank holiday weekend. Lady already loving the beach and making up for not getting a swim when we were in Cornwall.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Britain wants energy independence. Those who oppose this Government’s path to energy security are standing in the way of that independence. They’re standing against lower bills, high-quality British jobs and an end to vulnerable imported energy.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Britain's energy security depends on the expansion of home-grown clean energy — cutting bills, creating jobs, and protecting us from global shocks like Putin's invasion of Ukraine. Those standing in the way of a clean energy future are undermining the security of this country.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Maghull Health Park has @lcrmayor.bsky.social backing to develop plans for a National Mental Health Research & Diagnostics Centre. Mental illness costs the country £300bn a year—and untold misery for millions. Today, I had a very encouraging response from the Chancellor on government support.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Today, I welcomed swift govt action to support the UK car industry in response to US tariffs – crucial for constituents working at JLR Halewood. Many EV drivers benefit from cheap electricity; many more should and will if govt cuts electricity prices.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

The implementation of US tariffs highlights the need for government support for strategically important industries, including steel. I asked the Secretary of State if he shared my view that retaining sovereign steel-making capacity is vital in an uncertain world.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Community energy has huge potential to cut bills, create local jobs & boost renewables—but complex rules & market barriers are holding projects back. Today from 3PM @CommonsECNZ Committee, we take evidence on how we unlock this potential. Follow live: tinyurl.com/bdcscn8d

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The Heathrow power outage has highlighted gaps in resilience and a lack of back up in the power system. The short comings at Heathrow show the government’s plan to expand of the electricity network as part of its Clean Power Mission is more important than ever. My question today.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Today from 3pm at the Energy Security & Net Zero Committee... We take evidence from @MartinSLewis, @ofgem, and Minister for Energy Consumers @Miatsf on: ⚡ Back billing 📊Smart meter 🏠Insulation retrofits 📺 Watch live: tinyurl.com/2k93unjt

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

The Conservatives have abandoned evidence-informed policymaking. Evidence to the Select Committee shows reducing reliance on fossil fuels will lower bills. I asked the Minister if he would cut household bills now by rebalancing the levies, which are part of how we pay for infrastructure.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Labour’s landmark Employment Rights Bill reaches its final stages in the Commons today — delivering on our Party’s commitment to working people. ✅ Day one rights ✅ Stronger parental leave & sick pay ✅ A ban on fire & rehire & exploitative zero-hours contracts #MakeWorkPay #workersrights

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Young women from across my constituency had the chance to meet successful women from across society at Southport Learning Trust’s conference yesterday. An amazing International Women’s Day event. Congratulations to everyone involved.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

How can the UK build the workforce needed for clean, secure energy? Today at 3PM, the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee hears from experts on the skills challenges facing home retrofits & offshore wind. Watch Live here: tinyurl.com/yc29asnt

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Opposition parties don’t want Labour’s support for lower NHS waiting times, road repairs and sound public finances. The Minister agreed with me... It clearly helps businesses and everyone else, that Labour prioritises improving public services, sound finances and growth.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

National security, economic security, and energy security go hand in hand. As we boost UK independence through the Clean Energy Plan, I asked the Prime Minister to support Ukraine in strengthening its own energy security against Russian aggression. #Ukraine #energysecurity

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

📢 Good news for Sefton Central 🦷 I know many struggle to find NHS dentist appointments, so I’m pleased to share that this Labour Government is funding 46,617 extra urgent dental appointments for NHS Cheshire & Merseyside.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Harrowing evidence to the committee from Zak and Amanda yesterday, on the financial and emotional impact of failed insulation retrofits. Guarantee schemes, robust accreditation, and a speedy redress process are key to rebuilding confidence in the sector. #Retrofit #ConsumerRights

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Great to see the Minister taking energy security seriously... In the House today I asked her to confirm, this government will maintain control over our energy infrastructure and ensure our industrial strategy strengthens domestic manufacturing & supply chains #EnergySecurity

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Today, I asked the Minister to confirm government will partner with workers and business in the North Sea to ensure an orderly transition away from fossil fuels. He agreed. Contrast this with the previous government, which oversaw a chaotic decline in the North Sea and the loss of 70k jobs

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

Energy firms say they accept and abide by rules that say they must not issue new bills for energy used more than 12 months ago. @moneybox.bsky.social has found that this is far from true. Time to end the sharp practice of some suppliers demanding thousands of pounds which they are not owed.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

I’ll be on Radio 4’s Money Box program at midday today, talking about the energy companies’ outrageous practice of ‘Back Billing’. I announced the Committee’s inquiry into energy bills on BBC Breakfast this morning. #backbilling #moneybox #BBCBreakfast

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Farmers and growers in Sefton Central produce top-quality food and want to supply hospitals and schools. The last government’s trade deals favoured overseas companies at the expense of British businesses. I asked the minister to ensure our public institutions buy British produce.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Next week, the Committee will hear from consumers let down by insulation schemes of the last government. Today, I asked the Minister to learn from those failures and rebuild trust. Labour's Warm Homes can deliver lower heating costs and renewed consumer confidence.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Worrying to see the fire at Maghull Town Hall. Very relieved to hear that no one has been hurt. Thank you to all our firefighters for their brilliant response in putting out the fire so quickly. Thanks also to Merseyside Police for their support.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Great to hear Ofgem’s strong support for the Clean Power 2030 plan during today’s evidence session with the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee. From what we heard today, progress is on track, and there’s real optimism that energy bills can come down despite global uncertainty in gas markets.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

So important that MPs and everyone else don’t prejudice a criminal trial by what they say or do. To have done so in the Southport murder case could have stopped justice from being secured and would have been an insult to the memory of Alice, Bebe and Elsie, as I told the House this afternoon.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Our committee session with Ed Miliband will be streamed on YouTube from 3PM , tackling big questions on bills, renewables, and the clean energy transition. www.youtube.com/live/IIRiCf9...

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Innovation and growth powered by the Labour Government’s leadership on AI. Our AI Action Plan has encouraged £14bn of inward investment. And here in the Liverpool City Region, IBM spin-off Kyndryl’s new tech hub will create 1,000 jobs.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Thank you to Hartley’s Nurseries & @nfudc.bsky.social for organising & hosting today’s constructive meeting with Farmers and horticulturists in Sefton Central. Grateful for their insights on APR and the sustainability of the sector – I’ll be taking these issues to Parliament.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Last night I voted for the Children's Wellbeing & Schools Bill. This is what it means for children and families: ✅ Children will be safer ✅ School standards will be higher ✅ Families will be better off

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Dogs loved being in the snow while it lasted. Cats enjoyed staying in the warm while the snow lasted. Have a great day everyone!

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

The dogs pretended to be Santa’s reindeer on Formby beach this morning. Cute if not entirely convincing. Merry Christmas everyone!

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Thanks to Jan, Karen and of course Lady 🐕 for joining me speaking to residents in Formby. I really appreciate all your comments and thank you to everyone who answered your door today. Thankfully the wind had dropped a bit after #StormDarragh

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

This morning, I called on the Cabinet Office to put small businesses first. Under Labour, we'll use the power of public procurement to support small businesses—unlike the Tories, who handed public money to their mates. #SmallBizSatUK #supportsmallbusiness

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

A busy afternoon for the Committee today on Retrofitting Homes. Evidence from industry, consumer groups, and unions. And we'll hear from the Minister for Energy Consumers @miattafahnbulleh.bsky.social on the Government's £3.4billion Warm Homes Plan Live at 3pm: tinyurl.com/3um9b6yb

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Very enjoyable walk with the pack in the dunes and on the beach at Formby this morning. Sublime performance from Liverpool this evening. A great way to spend a Sunday. Have a good week everyone.

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Bill Esterson MP @billesterson.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

This big cat was definitely out of the bag at the @uklabour.bsky.social NW dinner raffle last night—thanks to @chesterzoo.bsky.social A great reminder of their world-class conservation and biodiversity work & their position as a top UK attraction here in the north west #labournorthwest

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