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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 20m

Back home after one of the most memorable Labour Party Conferences. I had a relentlessly busy schedule as ever, with over 30 meetings, panels and events (plus one standout Leader's Speech), but huge fun to see so many friends. Thank you to our dedicated Party staff for all your hard work.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I have launched a survey asking people about the future of Waterloo House, the former Debenhams building. The site is at the heart of Ipswich town centre, so it's crucial we get this right. Please share your views by completing my survey - link below 👇 www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2655647...

ipswichstar.co.uk

Ipswich former Debenhams building faces new future as MP launches public survey

Ipswich MP Jack Abbott launches a survey on plans to regenerate Waterloo House, the former Debenhams, after Ipswich Borough Council bought the empty…

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

For too long, grieving families, already enduring the loss of a loved one, have not received the support they deserve. That is wrong on so many levels. These new measures will put a stop to this grave injustice, so bereaved families can finally access the compensation they are entitled to.

ipswich.co.uk

Ipswich MP welcomes fairer compensation for asbestos families

Jack Abbott has welcomed new Government legislation that will end a £7,000 compensation shortfall for the bereaved families of asbestos and dust-disease victims.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

It was great to meet students from Northgate High School on Monday. They had travelled down to Westminster to have a tour of Parliament, and learn more about government and our democracy.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This is an unbearable, heartbreaking tragedy. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with Noah's loved ones. If you can, please consider giving some support to Noah's family to help ease their burden at this time of unimaginable grief.

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Help raise £50000 to support Noah Woods' family.. – JustGiving Crowdfunding

Iʼm raising money to support Noah Woods' family... Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

💍 If you love them Go and tell them Tell them over and over and over again

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

A great Ipswich Labour team out in Rushmere this morning. Thank you to all the residents who took the time to speak to us today. Ipswich's Borough Council's purchase of the former Debenhams building, the Northern Bypass, breakfast clubs and childcare were some the issues that were raised with me.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

What do you think the future should be for Waterloo House, the former Debenhams building? With Ipswich Borough Council taking ownership, we have a real opportunity to give this important site a new lease of life. Have your say by filling out my survey: www.jackabbott.org/waterloo-hou...

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A brilliant morning as a new blue plaque dedicated to Edward Caley, designer of the Ipswich Wet Dock, was unveiled. Thanks and congratulations to the Wolsey 550, ABP, Ipswich Society and Broke Hall Primary School, plus all the other schools involved in the Ipswich Trail Makers project.

ipswichstar.co.uk

Ipswich gets new blue plaque honouring man who helped shape Waterfront

A new blue plaque dedicated to Edward Caley, the engineer who designed the Ipswich Wet Dock has been unveiled by schoolkids.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

People will be very frustrated that we've had another wasted summer. We were led to believe that Suffolk County Council would finally put a proposal on the table, but that now appears to have been another delaying tactic, and they will now be carrying out further analysis for a further 6 months.

ipswich.co.uk

Fixing Ipswich's A14 problem could cost over £1bn and take more than a decade

A solution to Ipswich's reliance on a single crossing of the River Orwell could cost more than £1bn and not be finished until at least 2039 at the earliest, according to a Suffolk County Council repor...

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I understand the disappointment felt by local residents, businesses, organisations and councils by today's announcement. A huge amount of work has been undertaken on Local Government Reorganisation in Ipswich and Suffolk, particularly over the past six months when the original decision was made.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Done deal! Ipswich Borough Council has bought Waterloo House, the former Debenhams building. What do you want the future of the site to be? Let me know 👇 #HighStreet #TownCentre #LocalEconomy #Ipswich #Suffolk

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

After years of service to our country and our party, I can completely understand why Sir Keir wishes to withdraw from frontline politics. I know he'll continue to tirelessly pursue the issues he cares deeply about, and I wish he and his family every happiness.

camdennewjournal.co.uk

Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer to step down as MP for Holborn and St Pancras

Former PM thanks local Labour supporters and says he is proud of what he delivered in 11 years in the House of Commons

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

For my column this week, I did something different by handing it over to some brilliant young people on my Summer School - Anna, Charlotte, Erin and James - so they can tell you about their experience.

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Whirlwind introduction to the world of politics

Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, hands over his column to some brilliant young people who took part in his Summer School - Anna, Charlotte, Erin and…

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Period Rights Ipswich has written to Ipswich Borough Council and Suffolk County Council, urging them to provide free sanitary products in their toilets. This brilliant campaign, led by people on my Summer School, has had such an important impact in such a short space of time.

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Youth campaign urges councils to fund free period products

Ipswich Period Rights has written to Ipswich Borough Council and Suffolk County Council calling for free period products in council-run public toilets. The letter has been backed by 15 local organisat...

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

A great Ipswich Labour team out in Bridge on Saturday morning. Thank you to all the people who took the time to speak to us.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

There were some really brilliant GCSE results for students in Ipswich this year. Huge congratulations to everyone for their hard work, and good luck for what comes next.

ipswichstar.co.uk

GCSE results day brings top grades and personal successes across Ipswich

GCSE results day brought successes and top grades to students across Ipswich.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

This £1.25 million funding from the Government will make a difference in tackling homelessness in Ipswich. It means practical support to help people get off the streets now, while also investing in accommodation and wraparound support people need to rebuild their lives.

ipswich.co.uk

Everyone sleeping rough in Ipswich to be offered route off streets this winter

Ipswich is set to receive more than £1.25 million in government funding to tackle rough sleeping, with the Government saying everyone sleeping rough in the town will be offered a route off the streets...

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

I try and make sure young people on my Summer School have experiences to remember, but I couldn't do that without the generosity of so many people and organisations. A special moment was watching our brilliant group on stage at the Ipswich Regent. Thank you to Regent team for making it happen.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

My other Summer School team are highlighting the impact littering is having on Ipswich. It is something that regularly comes up when talking to local residents and businesses, so I'm really pleased this brilliant group of young people are working so proactively to tackle this issue.

ipswich.co.uk

Free litter pickers offered as a push to tidy Ipswich streets

Ipswich residents are being urged to make use of free litter-picking equipment, as a new campaign works to reduce rubbish on the town's streets and highlight local businesses already taking steps to c...

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

I'm very proud of the young people on my Summer School who are raising awareness about period poverty in Ipswich. They are highlighting the local businesses and community spaces that are offering free period products, while encouraging more to do the same.

ipswich.co.uk

Ipswich campaign shines a light on period poverty

A youth-led campaign is highlighting where people in Ipswich can access free period products, as part of a push to tackle period poverty and stigma in the town.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Thank you to all the residents who joined me for a busy community meeting in Central Ipswich last week. My final meeting for the summer takes places tomorrow evening in South East Ipswich. If you would like to attend, please email jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Paying it forward. Gavin Shuker provided me with opportunities I didn't know were possible when he invited me to join his Summer School in 2011. 15 years later, I now get to do the same for young people living in Ipswich and Suffolk.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Jacob, Kathryn and Ella from my Summer School were on BBC Suffolk this morning talking about their experiences of Results Day and what they did next. What is really clear is that everyone will take different paths and there are lots of options and opportunities.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

I'm so pleased to be hosting a great bunch of people for my Summer School this year. Yesterday was a trip to Westminster and a photo outside the most famous door in the country! The fortnight is all about growing skills, insights, relationships, opportunities and values.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Thank you to all the local residents who attended my recent community meeting in South West Ipswich. I have two more community meetings this summer in Central and South East Ipswich taking place this Wednesday evening and next. Please email jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk if you would like to attend.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

It was good to be out in St John's talking to residents yesterday morning. Along with local councillors Neil MacDonald and Elango Elavalakan, we heard frustrations with the parking situation. I'll be picking this up with Suffolk County Council and other organisations next week.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Woodlands plays an important role in providing specialist mental health services locally and this will bring additional dedicated emergency provision to the site. This new provision should help people access the right specialist support in the right setting while reducing pressure on A&E.

ipswich.co.uk

Ipswich Hospital to get dedicated mental health crisis support

People experiencing a mental health crisis in Ipswich will be able to access specialist emergency support at Woodlands Unit, rather than waiting in a busy A&E department, under new government plans an...

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

A really informative trip to East Anglia ONE with @jessasatomp.bsky.social and @sprenewables.bsky.social. The windfarm powers around 700,000 homes, but it is also crucial to our economy, supporting 100 jobs and investing millions into our local supply chain. East Anglia THREE is now on the way!

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended my community meeting in North East Ipswich last night. Some of the issues raised included fly-tipping, road maintenance and Humber Doucy Lane. If you would like to join my meeting in South West Ipswich this afternoon, please email jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

🚨 Last call! 🚨 My first community meeting takes place tomorrow evening in North East Ipswich, followed by South West Ipswich on Friday. The meetings in Central and South East Ipswich are in August. To attend your local meeting, please email jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

📚 𝐈𝐩𝐬𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝟒𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 📚 I'm delighted that this major refurbishment, underpinned by Government funding, will give new life to the iconic Ipswich County Library. This will protect this cherished building and its services and tranform it for the future.

ipswich.co.uk

Ipswich library to get first refurb in 40 years

Ipswich County Library is set for an almost £900,000 transformation – its first major refurbishment in more than four decades – with work expected to start towards the end of 2026.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Nigel Farage is no longer an MP (he barely turned up when he was). Why? Because he tried to avoid scrutiny over a dodgy £5 million he received but didn't declare. So while the new Prime Minister is looking to tackle our broken social care system this summer, Mr Farage will be fighting a bin.

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Reform MPs complain that Farage was not invited to social care reform talks - but his resignation means he is unable to | LBC

The Reform UK leader hit out at Mr Burnham for ignoring his party which 'led over 300 national opinion polls and represents thousands of councillors and millions of Britons across the country'

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I'm really pleased to be staying on as Lisa Nandy's PPS in the expanded DDCMS - you couldn't ask for a better boss. I'm proud of what we've achieved so far, from the National Youth Strategy to the Arts Everywhere Fund, but I know we've got lots more to do. Let's get (back) to work.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Next week I'll be hosting my first two community meetings of the summer. This is an opportunity to speak to me about the issues that matter to you and your community. To attend you local event please email jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk (venue details will be shared when attendance is confirmed).

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🍻𝐈𝐩𝐬𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡'𝐬 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐬, 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐛𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝟐𝟎% 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐮𝐭🍻 I recognise that there is more to do to support the wider hospitality sector, but this is a good step in the right direction and a statement of intent from the new Prime Minister.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

I'm absolutely delighted that Lee Walker has agreed to chair the Pride in Place Board for Stoke Park which will oversee a £20 million investment. Having grown up in the local area, Lee understands the community, knows its strengths and shares the ambition local people have for the area's future.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🍏 From September, 10 schools in Ipswich will be offering free breakfast clubs 🥣 I'm proud Stone Lodge Academy and The Beeches were selected as two of the country's first schools when our Labour Government launched the programme I'm delighted that eight more Ipswich schools have now joined.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Following the threat to the Ijtima event at Shrubland Hall I visited Nawracy Mosque, Ipswich Mosque and Shahjalal Islamic Centre to offer my support and solidarity. I'm grateful Suffolk Police's Assistant Chief Constable joined me. I reiterate my thanks for their work which undoubtedly saved lives.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

This summer, I'm hosting community meetings across Ipswich. This is an opportunity to speak to me about issues important to you, your neighbours, and your community. To attend you local event, please email jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk (venue details will be shared when attendance is confirmed).

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The fact that more than one million 11 to 17-year-olds across Great Britain said they'd tried vaping last year should be a wake-up call. We cannot stand by while more children are exposed to addictive nicotine products. Vapes should never be packaged or promoted in ways that appeal to children.

ipswich.co.uk

Abbott backs crackdown on vapes marketed at children

Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has welcomed a UK-wide consultation on plain packaging and display restrictions for vapes, as the government moves to tackle youth nicotine addiction.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🌳💚Fantastic news for Ipswich! 🌳💚 Bourne Park, Christchurch Park, Holywells Park and Chantry Park have all received the Green Flag Award. Thank you to Ipswich Borough Council's Parks Team, volunteers and community groups for their hard work in keeping our parks among the very best in the country.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

'The Hay Wain — a masterpiece, back where it belongs' A wonderful review of Christchurch Mansion's Constable 250 exhibition in @thetimes.com. 'Constable’s most famous painting has never been exhibited in Suffolk - until now. Don’t miss this beautifully presented exhibition in Ipswich'

thetimes.com

The Hay Wain — a masterpiece, back where it belongs

Constable’s most famous painting has never been exhibited in Suffolk — until now. Don’t miss this beautifully presented exhibition in Ipswich

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

The Hay Wain has come home. For the first time ever, this iconic masterpiece is being displayed in Suffolk as part of the Constable 250 at Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich. 'Walking Constable’s Landscape' is the second in a three-part exhibition and opens today. We should all be so proud.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

IPSWICHELLA! Halo Festival burst onto the scene with a mix of multi-million-selling artists and upcoming local talent. Combined with Ipswich Music Day, the largest free 1-day music festival in the UK, this weekend underlined Ipswich's status as one of the most exciting music scenes in the country.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

After years of brutal cuts, our Government is rebuilding family support through Best Start Family Hubs. The first new Hub has been confirmed for Suffolk, but I know we have to go further. That's why I met with Minister Liv Bailey to discuss how we can expand and accelerate the rollout.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

I'M HIRING! Join my brilliant team as a Parliamentary Assistant. It's a full time role based in Westminster. You can find more information about the role here: www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.a... Please send your CV and covering letter to jack.abbott.mp@parliament.uk by Sunday 12th July.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

A huge thank you to the 4,000 people who signed my Back the Bypass petition. This is about much more than traffic congestion - it is about the long-term future of our local economy. It's time to end years of a 'do nothing' approach and get to work on an Ipswich Northern Bypass.

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Jack Abbott MP @jackabbott.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

This sort of speculation is unhelpful. There are specific changes to projects in RIS3 to fund the DIP, but nothing's changed for Copdock which is in the RIS4 pipeline as confirmed this year. Rail is protected so we need to complete the work asked of us to advance Ely/Haughley.

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