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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Fantastic news! As a former licensing chair and now executive member for community safety in Islington, i am glad to see the proposed scrapping of "aim to permit" in relation to gambling. @islington-labour.bsky.social were glad to sign the letters and campaign alongside you

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Dawn Butler MP @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🚨WE WON! After years of campaigning, the Govt is set to scrap ‘Aim to Permit’ - giving councils and local communities power to say NO to new gambling venues. We delivered for London and all UK. Thank you @andyburnham.bsky.social & to all who backed my campaign. Please share the news! 🥰

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Huge congratulations to @kirstymcneill.bsky.social on your appointment as Minister of State for Development & Africa at the FCDO. As a long-standing friend & supporter of LCID, we are delighted to see you take on this critical role & we look forward to working together in the months ahead ✨

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Rebecca Montacute @beckymontacute.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

We should be treating gambling harm as a public health issue 📑That's the argument made in our new report out today, written by Senior Researcher Niamh O Regan in collaboration with @populationhealth.bsky.social.

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Keir Starmer has served with dedication as Prime Minister and we wish him well. UK leadership on global development is more vital than ever. We urge the next Labour PM to use the UK’s 2027 G20 Presidency to drive bold action for a safer, more stable and prosperous world.

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Ten years on, we remember Jo Cox – a friend of LCID, champion of international development, and tireless advocate for a fairer world.

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Jon Featonby @jonfeatonby.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Super important role available as advisor to Tony Vaughan, chair of the APPG on Refugees, and Baroness Lister, one of the busiest peers I know, and as part of the amazing RAMP team www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.a...

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w4mp | The site for everyone working for an MP

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Humbled to be re-elected in Laycock Ward, Islington for @islington-labour.bsky.social with @nuturan.bsky.social & new Cllr Maia Hamilton. Grateful to everyone who gave up their time to help,thank you @labourcid.bsky.social @chrleft.bsky.social @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social @islingtonsouth.bsky.social

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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 28/04/2026

Power belongs in your hands, not just in Westminster. Today, the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill finally passes into law, featuring a landmark Community Right to Buy. This is massive win for community power and for the co-operative movement. 🐝

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Home Office continue to spin popularity of settlement package at MPs. The argument is flawed. - the big political headache is the million people directly affected - there is a lot of topspin/framing in the More in Common polling - it is about a 10 year timeline, not the 15 years proposed

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Tony Vaughan KC MP @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Great to be out in Islington yesterday supporting @heathernstaff.bsky.social, @nuturan.bsky.social and Maia Hamilton who have been doing some incredible work for the area: tackling anti-social behaviour, planting trees and increasing the stock of affordable housing! @islingtonlabour.bsky.social

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Tony Vaughan KC MP @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Deeply saddened to hear of four deaths due to an attempted Channel crossing. We need to break the incentive structure propping up the trafficking gangs - only safe and legal routes delivered upstream can do this. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Our @islington-labour.bsky.social manifesto launch today ‘Standing up for Islington’, following a busy week in Laycock Ward, seeing potholes fixed, new bins in place, celebrating being a borough of sanctuary and always caring for our residents. @nuturan.bsky.social, Maia Hamilton and I get it done

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Roulin Khondoker @roulinkhondoker.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

A pleasure to rep @labourcid.bsky.social and support @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social, first British MP of fellow Filipino heritage, at his recent fundraiser. Also great to meet Filipino supporters of Tony, and hear from Peter Kyle MP,Secretary for Business&Trade, and Lord Richard Hermer,Attorney General

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

The Sun is going to tell us what jobs all 100+ of those MPs asking questions about the settlement reforms used to do? Tony Vaughan was a barrister before he was an MP. Angela Rayner was a care worker before going into union and elected politics www.thesun.co.uk/news/3862377...

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Labour migrant crackdown rebel was lawyer challenging 'extremists' deportation

A LABOUR rebel fighting his party’s migrant crackdown worked as a barrister challenging the deportation of alleged extremists. Tony Vaughan, KC, represented foreign nationals in cases in which the …

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marleymorris.bsky.social @marleymorris.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

A few thoughts on earned settlement after a busy week. (1) Govt is going through consultation after over 200,000 people responded, far higher than other consultations of this type. This means there is still a lot up for grabs to shape the policy, including transitional measures.

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Jon Featonby @jonfeatonby.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

The latest Parliament Matters podcast includes a look at how changes to immigration are, or rather, aren’t, scrutinised by parliament. It’s probably not a surprise that I really enjoyed being able to join the conversation.

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Good to see @stellacreasy.bsky.social has now asked what this number means "In approximately which year after arrival does the Government's analysis show that main applicants and their dependents transition from making a net fiscal contribution to becoming a net fiscal cost"

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Today's allocations show the stark reality of the decision to slash the aid budget. We warned a year ago that it would lead to more poverty, less security, and diminish our standing in the world. This is the harsh reality. Read our chair’s statement @heathernstaff.bsky.social

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Most people know so little about settlement, attitudes are v framing dependent So this feels like comfort blanket/denial of political reality stuff that Home Office are circulating to media if More in Common don't have attitudes of the million people directly affected (and the relative salience!)

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Tony Vaughan KC MP @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Reviewing refugee status every 30 months will be a bureaucratic nightmare for the Home Office, already drowning in backlogs. The Refugee Council estimates that these reviews will cost over £1 billion to the taxpayer over the next decade. #asylumreforms

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Our vice-chair Libby Smith and executive member @roulinkhondoker.bsky.social write in @labourlist.bsky.social today. Reflecting on the Gorton & Denton result, they argue action to tackle extreme poverty is part of rebuilding Labour’s progressive coalition. Read more ➡️ labourlist.org/2026/03/labo...

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'Labour action on extreme poverty can stop voters going Green' - LabourList

Reforming international debt isn't just the right thing to do. It can also help Labour avert a catastrophe for progressive politics at home.

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Roulin Khondoker @roulinkhondoker.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

I’m glad to co-publish this article for @labourcid.bsky.social in @labourlist.bsky.social on how Labour can and must work hard to keep voters, by tackling the issues that matter at home AND also abroad, such as taking action to end extreme poverty… labourlist.org/2026/03/labo...

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'Labour action on extreme poverty can stop voters going Green' - LabourList

Reforming international debt isn't just the right thing to do. It can also help Labour avert a catastrophe for progressive politics at home.

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Lord McConnell writes in @labourlist.bsky.social that the Foreign Secretary’s recognition of violence against women & girls in conflict as an ‘international emergency’ “will be fatally undermined if the UK goes ahead with disastrous funding cuts to aid …” labourlist.org/2026/03/inte...

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'Ministers have vowed to protect women, but aid cuts will abandon them' - LabourList

The Prime Minister should think again before this becomes the first Labour government ever to spend less on international development than the Tories.

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

@nuturan.bsky.social, Maia Hamilton and i were out in Laycock ward again for @islington-labour.bsky.social getting things done! We were listening to residents, ensuring our streets are safer, cleaner, with new bins and pavements improved, and getting timelines for pothole repairs 🌹

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Another busy weekend in Laycock ward for @nuturan.bsky.social, Maia Hamilton and I with @islington-labour.bsky.social, speaking with residents about service charges and repairs. We ended the day in local cafe supporting our small businesses. We are on our residents’ side all year round 🌹

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Tony Vaughan KC MP @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

This policy is bad for community cohesion. You don’t build confident, contributing neighbours on rolling 30 month visas. The current 5‑year route is how people plan for the future and fully join our communities. The Danish model won’t work here. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

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Refugee status to be temporary as Shabana Mahmood rips up rules on UK asylum

Home secretary announces 30-month protection limit, with refugees required to leave if their home countries are later judged safe

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

It’s 1 year on from the Government’s decision to cut the aid budget. Read our chair @heathernstaff.bsky.social’s statement. With a programme of events in the months ahead, now is the time to join LCID to stay connected and ensure development is firmly back on the agenda. Join today LCID.org.uk

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

'This is how we get to actively love our neighbours' - another busy few days in Laycock Ward with @islington-labour.bsky.social for @nuturan.bsky.social, Maia Hamilton and I. Rain or shine we will always be there for you 🌹

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Last night, we hosted an LCID parliamentary reception, where we had a packed room of MPs, peers and staffers joining us to discuss all things international development. It was wonderful to hear from FCDO Minister Baroness Chapman and David Taylor MP!

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Our home our community is Islington. From resident meetings to more knocking, reporting issues and hearing from our neighbours, its been another busy weekend for @nuturan.bsky.social, Maia Hamilton and I with @islington-labour.bsky.social @islingtonsouth.bsky.social in Laycock Ward 🌹

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forum+ @forumplus.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Camden & Islington LGBT History 2026 launched!🎉 A special evening of celebration was enjoyed for this year's programme - forumplus.org.uk/news-item/ca... We deeply appreciate the wonderful words of support from the Mayor of Camden & Islington Cllr & Executive Member Sheila Chapman 🏳️‍🌈

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Today in Parliament, we - alongside our friends at @cafod.bsky.social - co-hosted the panel ‘British Leadership on Global Financial Reform: The UK’s Role as a Global Debt and Tax Superpower’. It was a rich cross-party discussion that couldn’t be more timely ahead of the UK hosting the G20 in 2027.

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

A busy few days in Laycock ward for @islington-labour.bsky.social @islingtonsouth.bsky.social , visiting two of our estates, discussing current issues, listening to residents’ concerns, suggestions and observations. We are here and on our residents’ side

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Colin Yeo @colinyeo.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

1. At last a few details on the proposed new immigration and asylum appeals body. Letter from Home Sec to chair of the Justice Committee. Full text here committees.parliament.uk/publications...

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

New Year, another bright Saturday out on the doorstep with Cllr Nurullah Turan in conversation on Samuel Lewis estate, Laycock ward for @islington-labour.bsky.social @islingtonsouth.bsky.social

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

As Laycock Ward Cllrs we are deeply saddened by the tragic loss yesterday, our condolances are with the family. Thank you St Giles Church for the support shown at this incredibly difficult time. We are continuing to offer support and reassurance to the community www.islington.media/news/murder-...

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Murder investigation following death of 15-year-old boy | Islington Council News

Cllr Una O’Halloran, Leader of Islington Council, said: “We’re deeply shocked and saddened that a 15-year-old boy has died following a stabbing on Westbourne Road this afternoon (Tuesday, 9 December).

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Friend of LCID @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social has written in the FT about asylum reforms. We quote Copenhagen on immigration, but “go strangely quiet on the other half of the Danish model”. Unlike the UK, Denmark has recommitted to its 0.7 international aid target. www.ft.com/content/f481...

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Letter: UK asylum reforms lack a credible development commitment

From Tony Vaughan, Labour MP for Folkestone, Human Rights KC, House of Commons, London SW1, UK

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Busy weekend in Laycock Ward for Cllr Turan, Maia Hamilton and I with @islingtonsouth.bsky.social @islington-labour.bsky.social. Lots of conversation, raising issues for residents with Peabody Housing, housing firms and a little Christmas Cheer

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

As Chair of licensing it is vital to see the work the licensing team, police and nightsafe team are doing to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable night out. Great to join Cllr Angelo Weeks this evening to encourage best practice of WAVE training and see the digital saftey message bus in action.

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Ilona Pinter @ilonapin.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Some quick thoughts on the child poverty strategy as it relates to immigration & asylum policy (which is what my research focuses on): 1) great to see recognition of children affected by NRPF as part of 'our children, our future' strategy www.gov.uk/government/p...

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Our Children, Our Future: Tackling Child Poverty

Strategy document setting out the government’s ambitious decade long mission to tackle the drivers of child poverty across the UK.

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

TFL are proposing changes to⁩ the 259 and 19 bus routes that could impact Laycock ward islington residents - if you could be affected by these proposed changes and want to have your say, you can do so via the below links haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/routes-259-2... haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/bus-routes-1...

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259, 279 and 349 bus routes - proposed changes in North London

We’re proposing changes to bus routes 259, 279, and 349 to simplify the network and better match services to passenger demand in north and central London. By clicking on each of the buttons below, you...

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LCID @labourcid.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

This morning, Reform UK held a press conference announcing its budget plans, which include axing the international aid budget. Read this statement from our chair @heathernstaff.bsky.social in response.

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Heather Staff @heathernstaff.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

As chair of @labourcid.bsky.social It was a privilege to speak alongside @joedromey.bsky.social @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social @jeevunsandher.bsky.social, David Miliband and Nana & Finian, discussing the edited collection "promising development" the future of aid, and how action leads to hope

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Joe Dromey @joedromey.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

You can read the collection here: fabians.org.uk/publication/...

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Joe Dromey @joedromey.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Great event this evening with @labourcid.bsky.social to discuss our @thefabians.bsky.social edited collection on the future of international development. Great to hear from some of the fantastic contributors including @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social, @jeevunsandher.bsky.social and David Miliband

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Sarah Owen MP @sarahowen.org.uk · 17/11/2025

A strong immigration system doesn't need to be a cruel one. It shouldn't need saying - but refugees & asylum seekers are real people, fleeing war and persecution. This daughter of an immigrant is proud of our British and Labour values of respect and not turning our backs on people in real need.

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