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Gareth Thomas MP

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Labour & Co-op MP for Harrow West; If you want to get in touch please e-mail me on: gareth.thomas.mp@parliament.uk

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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Pleased to see today’s @thetimes.com cover my call for HSBC, Barclays & Santander to each invest £10m in CDFIs & credit unions. Everyone with a viable business deserves a fair chance to access finance. @thefinancelab.bsky.social, @responsiblefinance.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/article/a9b1...
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Banks urged to invest £30m into local firms as US rivals lead the way
A former business minister wants Barclays, Santander and HSBC to each provide £10 million to ‘help unlock economic opportunity in areas that need it most’
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The Fair Banking for All Campaign @fbfacampaign.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
"A Fair Banking Act is essential to allowing every postcode to access growth" In @labourlist.bsky.social, @gareththomasmp.bsky.social sets out why Parliament should pass a #FairBankingAct. #FairBankingForAll labourlist.org/2026/07/fair...
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'A Fair Banking Act is essential to allowing every postcode to access growth' - LabourList
If we want good growth in every postcode, devolution of powers must go hand-in-hand with a financial system that works in every postcode too.
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The Fair Banking for All Campaign @fbfacampaign.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Today in @thetimes.com: Former business minister wants Barclays, Santander and HSBC to each provide £10 million to ‘help unlock economic opportunity in areas that need it most’. @gareththomasmp.bsky.social #FairBankingForAll www.thetimes.com/article/a9b1...
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Banks urged to invest £30m into local firms as US rivals lead the way
A former business minister wants Barclays, Santander and HSBC to each provide £10 million to ‘help unlock economic opportunity in areas that need it most’
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
A Fair Banking Act can help unlock growth in every postcode by improving access to affordable finance & supporting community lenders My latest for @labourlist.bsky.social,with thanks to @thefinancelab.bsky.social, @responsiblefinance.bsky.social @coopparty.party.coop👇 labourlist.org/2026/07/fair...
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'A Fair Banking Act is essential to allowing every postcode to access growth' - LabourList
If we want good growth in every postcode, devolution of powers must go hand-in-hand with a financial system that works in every postcode too.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Today in Parliament, I highlighted Fay Bond, who took up athletics at 90 & at 101 won 🥇🥇🥇 at the US Senior Olympics, the oldest of 12k+ competitors. 💪Staying active later in life has huge benefits. So I asked the Minister: When will we see a 🇬🇧 UK Senior Olympics? 🎥👇
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Community banks unlock funding for small businesses & provide affordable loans when people need them most. They’re a powerful force in the US but still far too limited here in the UK. That needs to change. @responsiblefinance.bsky.social @thefinancelab.bsky.social @coopparty.party.coop 🧵1/3
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. West Harrow resident, Cathy Singer-Gwillym tells us about her earliest years in Harrow - shaped by displacement, hope, resilience, and community. In her words you’ll hear the challenges they faced, and the strength it took to rebuild their lives here in Harrow.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Today is Holocaust Memorial Day - a day to remember every life lost and every journey of survival. I was joined by Nower Hill student Lisa and local resident Cathy Singer-Gwillym. Cathy shared with us her parents’ escape from Nazi Germany and how they made a new life in Harrow.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Pleased to coordinate this letter to Rachel Reeves calling for a significant expansion of credit unions to help boost access to cheap, ethical credit - a vital step in tackling financial exclusion and supporting communities across the UK. 💬💷 Read more here 👉 www.theguardian.com/money/2026/j...
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Expand credit unions to boost cheap credit to low-income people, Labour MPs urge Reeves
Influential MPs including committee chairs say millions could benefit with minor changes to financial inclusion bill
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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 14/01/2026
🚨 @gareththomasmp.bsky.social's Fair Banking Bill has just been introduced in the House of Commons. Access to finance is about more than just fairness - small businesses are being held back by legislation that doesn't work for them.
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The Fair Banking for All Campaign @fbfacampaign.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
1/ 🧵High-cost credit is holding people & #SMEs back. @gareththomasmp.bsky.social calls for government action to expand #AffordableCredit - tackling the cost of living crisis & supporting economic growth through a #FairBankingAct. @politicshome.bsky.social #FairBankingForAll bit.ly/3Nk0v9G
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We need a Fair Banking Act to tackle the cost of living with more affordable loans
Tackling the cost-of-living crisis and delivering sustained growth on high streets up and down the country requires our high street banks to do mor...
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Finance Innovation Lab @thefinancelab.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Affordable credit is critical for households and businesses. A #FairBankingAct would make banks accountable for expanding fair, affordable lending where it’s needed most. @fbfacampaign.bsky.social @gareththomasmp.bsky.social #FairBankingForAll
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‘A fair banking act is essential to expand access to affordable credit’ – LabourList
Access to affordable finance can unlock the potential of businesses across the UK, helping them grow and thrive. It can also be a lifeline for…
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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 12/01/2026
🚨 NEW: Labour and Co-operative MP Gareth Thomas is bringing forward a Bill to make big banks serve local communities again. Too many communities are being left behind by banks, with many forced to rely on loan sharks and payday loans.
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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 13/01/2026
If you think banks should actually serve those who need it, share this video. youtu.be/mzIW_nWisDg
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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 13/01/2026
Labour and Co-operative MP Gareth Thomas is in LabourList today, making the case for a Fair Banking Act to support our neighbours, friends and family members who are being locked out of access to banking.
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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 14/01/2026
We're backing Gareth Thomas' Fair Banking Act to help transform communities using credit unions and community finance. It's time the banks helped out the communities they're supposed to serve.
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It's time the banks helped out the communities they're supposed to serve.
We're backing Gareth Thomas' Fair Banking Act to help transform communities using credit unions and community finance. party.coop | @coopparty
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
Always a pleasure to pop along to the St Mary’s Christmas Fayre, my first of the festive season! Running until 3pm today 🎅🏻🤶🏻 🎄 Entry just £1 Discover a fantastic range of unique, handcrafted Christmas gifts, including: • Wreaths & table decorations • Hampers, cakes, jams and relishes (1/2)
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
This week, I’m proud the Renters’ Rights Bill has finally received Royal Assent. Here’s what it means for 88,000 renters in Harrow. Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Every child in Harrow deserves the best start in life. 👶 Working with @bphillipsonMP, I’ve secured £152,188 to open a Best Start Family Hub in Harrow - opening April 2026! 🌹 We’re rebuilding the proud legacy of Sure Start & supporting families. 👉 beststartinlife.gov.uk
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Great to join celebrations at Wealdstone Baptist Church - 120 years since it opened on this site and 150 since the congregation first gathered in Wealdstone. From humble beginnings to a true community landmark, its story is part of Wealdstone’s own. ⛪️🎉
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Homelessness nearly doubled under Tories - a disgrace. On #WorldHomelessDay, our Government will tackle this in Harrow, directing £122,899 to help prevent rough sleeping & support children in temp housing with food, travel & laundry to stay at school. Part of £84m national boost
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
🎉 Fantastic news for Harrow! Headstone Manor & Museum has been awarded £419,420 - one of the UK’s largest Museum Renewal Fund grants - to preserve our heritage, boost events, and improve digital access. A brilliant investment in Harrow’s culture and community. 🏛️✨
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Cheering you on from Harrow! Good luck to England’s Red Roses 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🌹 @redrosesrugby in the #RWC2025 final. Here’s hoping the girls bring the title home as they take on Canada in front of 82,000 fans at Twickenham! 🏆🏉
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Day 5 of Navratri ✨Another joyful evening of dance and celebration at Harrow Leisure Centre! 💃🪔 Sending my warmest wishes of joy and prosperity to everyone celebrating this vibrant festival in our Hindu community.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
It’s been an honour to serve in govt delivering a new SME strategy & securing justice for subpostmasters with over £1bn paid to Horizon victims. There’s more to do, I wish my successor every success Harrow remains my priority & I look forward to continuing to serve our community.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
🚨 I’ve written to Sir Mark Rowley to urgently raise my concerns over the proposed closure of the public counter at Harrow Police Station. At a time when trust in policing matters more than ever, we must protect face-to-face services in South Harrow.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Great meeting @TimcoMucunski to discuss next steps for the UK-North Macedonia Government-to-Government agreement signed earlier this year, that will ease the delivery of critical infrastructure projects, strengthen bilateral trade & drive economic growth for both our nations.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
The Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry's comprehensive report marks an important milestone. We are committed to ensuring victims are given full and fair redress. My statement 👇 www.gov.uk/government/s...
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
From keeping our streets clean, to running food banks, checking in on neighbours, supporting local events, & so much more - volunteers are the quiet force that keeps Harrow going & I, alongside many others, remain incredibly grateful to you! Thank you to you all. #VolunteersWeek
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Wishing a Happy Eid al-Adha to Muslim friends, neighbours and constituents celebrating in Harrow and across the world ☪️
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
🗣️ 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐃: 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 💸 I’m delighted that several primary and high schools in Harrow have secured funding from the Government’s Condition Improvement Fund. READ MORE: www.gareththomas.org.uk/news/2025/06...
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
My thoughts this morning continue to be with everyone affected by the awful event in Liverpool. Horrific, heartbreaking scenes. My thoughts continue to be with everyone affected & with the people of Liverpool - a truly great city. You’ll Never Walk Alone www.bbc.com/news/live/cn...
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Liverpool parade latest: Dozens injured after car ploughs into Liverpool crowd as police say not terror-related
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram cautions against speculation, after 27 people were taken to hospital.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
Delighted that South Harrow has been shortlisted for Transport for London’s step-free access feasibility study. Alongside residents, businesses, and community groups, we’ve pushed hard for this – and will continue to. harrowonline.org/2025/05/22/s...
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South Harrow Station shortlisted for step-free access feasibility study - Harrow Online
South Harrow Station has been shortlisted for a feasibility study by Transport for London (TfL) to assess whether step-free access can be introduced in
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
A joy to celebrate 100 years of West Harrow Park 🌳 with a special centenary picnic! A big thank you to the Friends of West Harrow Park for a great event, with some fantastic music acts & wonderful community spirit. Looking forward to more events marking this 100 year milestone!
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
Our new trade deal with Europe ✅ 📈 Cuts red tape 🚛 Reduces border checks 🇬🇧 Saves British businesses £££ 🥦 Cuts food prices 🇪🇺 Builds a closer relationship with our closest neighbours (1/2)
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
Our new trade deal with Europe ✅ 📈 Cuts red tape 🚛 Reduces border checks 🇬🇧 Saves British businesses £££ 🥦 Cuts food prices 🇪🇺 Builds a closer relationship with our closest neighbours (1/2)
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Today, I was pleased to sign an MoU with the Korean Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND) to expand UK-South Korean business cooperation in new markets ✅
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Proud to sign the UK-North Macedonia G2G Partnership today. This partnership will boost economic growth and see UK businesses deliver key infrastructure in transport, health, energy & tech across North Macedonia 🇬🇧🤝🇲🇰
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
After securing trade deals with India & the US, I’m really proud that today Labour has secured a new agreement with the EU. 🇪🇺 I’m glad to see an agreement that will reduce red tape for businesses selling food, drink & other agricultural products & finally help to cut lorry queues at the border (1/
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
🎨 Calling all Harrow artists & photographers! We’re putting together a creative celebration for West Harrow Park’s Centenary year and we want YOUR artwork and photos! (1/3)
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
A huge congratulations to the staff, governors and students of Whitmore High School on retaining its outstanding Ofsted rating across all areas! 👏👏 harrowonline.org/2025/05/15/w...
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Whitmore High School retains ‘Outstanding’ rating across all areas in latest Ofsted inspection - Harrow Online
Whitmore High School in Harrow has been rated Outstanding in all areas following its latest Ofsted inspection, which took place on 18 and 19 March 2025.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
The Post Office Horizon scandal caused immense harm. We’re committed to justice for the victims: - Quadrupled total compensation since the election - Over 4,000 victims paid for the first time - More to do — but real progress made. www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
As someone who lives with asthma, I know how challenging the summer months can be. This #WorldAsthmaDay, I’m sharing @asthmalunguk’s Summer Asthma Guide — full of practical tips to help you breathe easier & stay safe in warmer weather. 🌞💨 📘 Read here: tinyurl.com/23vvyj3b
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
An engaging meeting with finance sector representatives today, discussing how we can work together to best support small businesses to scale, export and break into new markets. Respond to our call for evidence on access to finance by 8 May: www.gov.uk/government/c...
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Fantastic to be at the opening of the new Oxford Street Ikea store in my Ministerial capacity, joining UK&IE Country CEO & CSO Peter Jelkeby. This store is the first to be rolled out on UK high streets, following the firm’s commitment of long-term UK investment of over £1bn ✅
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Our Plan for Change is renewing our country by cleaning up our rivers, lakes and seas. Yesterday the toughest criminal penalties in history against law-breaking water executives come into force - delivering on the promise we made in our manifesto.
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐚𝐢 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟒𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬? 🇫🇷 🇬🇧 I still vividly remember visiting Douai as one of the first groups of Hatch End students - it was a great experience that brought our communities closer together. (1/
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
He is risen. Happy Easter to everyone in Harrow and around the world. Here’s hoping you have a peaceful day with family and friends 🐣 ✝️
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Gareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
More than a decade ago now my father passed away; Parkinson’s Disease having steadily taken its toll in the preceding years. New research & technology helped him live longer and thanks to many talented clinicians and researchers new treatments and support continue to emerge. (1/2)
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