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Tribune @tribunemagazine.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

The Peter Mandelson scandal has shown the endemic corruption of Labour Together, a shadowy entity whose extreme-right fanaticism may have damaged Labour irreversibly, writes @laverymp.bsky.social.

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The Unmaking of Labour

The Peter Mandelson scandal has shown the endemic corruption of Labour Together, a shadowy entity whose extreme-right fanaticism may have damaged Labour irreversibly.

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We Own It @weownit.org.uk · 13/03/2026

People are missing NHS appointments because Royal Mail is not delivering their letters. @laverymp.bsky.social is right, it's time to take it back into public ownership

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Labour Unions @labourunionsuk.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day - to the organisers, the agitators, the big voices, the quiet do-ers, the so-called "difficult" women - the women of the union movement who are fighting for equality and winning for women every single day.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Great discussions today at Hirst Welfare. Thank you to everyone who contributed evidence to the commissioners and to the community voices who are so important. Hunger is a political choice and the right to food is a basic human right and together we can make changes.

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Brian Leishman MP @brianleishmanmp.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

A fantastic day in Ashington with @ianbyrnemp.bsky.social and @laverymp.bsky.social at the Right to Food Commission. Hunger is a political failure. We need to pass into law the Right to Food so that no one in our country goes hungry.

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Labour Unions @labourunionsuk.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

🚨𝗡𝗘𝗪: 𝗝𝗼𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘀, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗚𝗦 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘄 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁 "The Govt made a promise to Make Work Pay, with a clear commitment to abolish discriminatory age bands, so all adults receive the same minimum wage. There must be no delay on this promise." labourlist.org/2026/02/youn...

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'Labour promised to make work pay. Now it must deliver for young people' - LabourList

Labour was elected on a promise to Make Work Pay for everyone. Now, together, let’s make sure we work together on creating the fairly-paid jobs that will give the next generation hope.

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Labour Unions @labourunionsuk.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Fantastic event with Labour Unions in the North today. The movement is united for a New Deal for Working People. Time to work together and get organised to make it happen in full!

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

This #PostalWorkersDay, I pay tribute to all postal workers and the important role they play in our community. To preserve our tradition of local, reliable posties we need Royal Mail to end the chaos and delays and restore decent pay and conditions for all postal workers.

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Labour Unions @labourunionsuk.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

I'm sorry, what? Green Peers voting with Tories and Lib Dems to undermine the Employment Rights Bill in the House of Lords.... 👀🟩

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Labour Unions @labourunionsuk.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

HIGHLIGHTS: Yesterday, Labour MPs stood firm to vote down Conservative and Lib Dem amendments that would water down the landmark Employment Rights Bill. See the highlights here 👇

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

The North East NUM Thomas Hepburn memorial is always a special occasion I was proud to give the lecture this year. Hepburns Union began 200 years ago and we all benefit from the struggles back then. The past we inherit the future we build .

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Today we remember the 13 brave miners who lost their lives at Woodhorn Colliery. We remember them and all those who lost their lives or loved ones in the mines. I hope you get the chance this summer to attend Woodhorn and get a chance to remember these men and their sacrifice.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Sir Brian Langstaff's recommendations highlight huge issues with the initial scheme arrangements for the victims of the infected blood scandal. 460 people have settled their claims to date but many more have sadly passed away whilst waiting. There can be no more delays.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

Today is Retail Workers Day - a chance to thank everyone who works hard to keep our highstreets thriving. It’s also a chance to reflect on the awful abuse so many staff face and the brilliant work @UsdawUnion does to stand up for them.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

People didn’t vote for The Labour Party’s “change” to be a change for the worse. They really had some faith in us, I still want to deliver on what we promised them. That is why I am voting against this Welfare Bill.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

It is totally unacceptable that my constituents are being told to travel 170 miles for cancer treatment and foot the bill for accommodation and transport. Especially when there is a treatment centre right on their doorstep. We need the Rutherford Centre re-opened urgently.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

I am running an upcoming surgery for any constituent that needs my help. Please book by emailing or phoning and we will be happy to help find you a slot. My surgeries tend to be booked up quickly so please do get in touch soon.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

The victims of the horrendous contaminated blood scandal are understandably furious & frustrated in equal measure at the pace of rightful settlement. I continue to support them in Parliament. #contaminatedblood

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Today we remember Jack Charlton - a true local hero. He won the World Cup and inspired generations of footballers. We should all be proud of him.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

There is something deeply, deeply wrong if MPs vote to make their own constituents worse off. I am proud to stand up for the 10,467 people of Blyth and Ashington who claim PIP.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

It was a pleasure today talk to health & safety representatives from across the Trade Union movement about the hazards of asbestos in the workplace. We must continue to campaign to eradicate, not mange asbestos from the workplace.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Excellent visit to the very impressive Blyth Valley Disability Forum. Good conversations with David and Lee about the home care they provide for hundreds of residents in Blyth. Priceless.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Today is the 36th anniversary of Hillsborough. The horrendous tragedy is etched into the memory of this country and the appalling treatment of the victims by The Sun will never be forgiven. Like others I’m determined to support delivering the Hillsborough Law without delay.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Today it would have been my good friend and political hero Tony Benny birthday. Put simply a legend of our movement👊Tony could always be relied on to fight for our class a lesson to be learned by many ✊️

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Banks are letting our communities down. Bedlington is already set to lose its last high street bank after the announcement that TSB was closing its premises on Front Street West.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

The Government’s benefits reform: a step in the wrong direction Yesterday, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions presented a much-trailed paper to Parliament, outlining plans to encourage those who are able to return to work. 1/ 🧵

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

The North East is so so proud of the Toon this morning and especially our very own Dan Burn. Selected for England and scoring in the brilliant victory in the caraboa cup final. #muchmoretocome

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

It is good news to see the continuing rollout of the Northumberland line. We need to see the expansion of rail across our region to secure the growth we need.

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Newsham railway station opens on the Northumberland Line

The station in Blyth begins operating three months after the Northumberland Line resumed services.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Excellent meeting yesterday with Northumberland Recovery Partnership who are helping people on the journey with drug and alcohol issues.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Why is it that Reform vote against empowering the working class? It’s simple. Whilst they masquerade as a party for ordinary people, they are a cheap and nasty Thatcher tribute act. Our communities were destroyed by the original, now Reform are trying to push us back again.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Last week marked 40 years since the end of the Miners’ Strike. The party of vulture capital won that battle, but the fact a former striking miner, like myself, can stand up in Parliament and vote to empower our class across the country shows they will never keep us down.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

I am immensely proud. The first government since 1979 to give the working class more power in their workplaces. This legislation is a huge step in the right direction, but we aren’t at the end of the journey. This must be only the beginning.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

What a fine bunch ! Great Q& A in Parliament today with the fantastic kids from Whitley Memorial school Bedlington. Our future is safe in their hands 🤲

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

I have fond memories of Bob. A smashing bloke and a great trade unionist ✊️👊👊 Today we remember him.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Last week I met with Marie Curie nurses and volunteers and Larry Lamb to discuss the important work they do in providing palliative and end of life care. I am proud to support Marie Curie and the incredible service they give to people at the end of life. #GreatDaffodilAppeal

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Newbiggin to Sandy Bay Cambois to Blyth….Not a bad constituency eh ???

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

It was good to attend APDAWG drop in at Westminster highlighting the hard work of our dog rescue centres and the importance of protecting our dogs. #APDAWG #UKRescue

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Today we remember those we lost to COVID. We also commemorate the extraordinary hard work of so many NHS staff, cleaning staff, workers in food production and so many others who risked their lives to protect us.

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COVID-19 Day of Reflection brings communities together to commemorate those who lost their lives during the pandemic

Communities up and down the country are set to come together tomorrow (9 March) to mark the COVID-19 Day of Reflection.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

I had an inspiring visit to the full circle food project in Ashington today celebrating International Women’s Day. Great conversations with very committed individuals. Solidarity on this special day #IWD2025

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

On International Women's Day, we take action for all women and girls worldwide. Let's commit to empowering the next generation, ensuring equality and opportunity for all. Join the movement today. Find out more here: buff.ly/CRbStQe.

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International Women’s Day - UN Women UK

Join us for International Women’s Day on 8th March 2025 and take action for ALL women and girls.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

It was good to meet with Dennis Fancett from SENRUG: The South East Northumberland Rail User Group yesterday to discuss the initial success of the Northumberland line and to discuss potential extension. This must be the beginning for a new era of rail in our region.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

It was brilliant to visit FES in Ashington today. They are a world leading specialist manufacturing for the offshore energy sector - exporting products made on our doorstep across the globe. With local jobs and a supply chain almost wholly within the UK they are a model for the future we need!

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Yesterday I spoke in Parliament to make the case that our local authorities are at risk of cyber attacks due to 15 years of Tory austerity. It must be a priority of this government to protect our data and our public services from hostile actors.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

This week I met with the IWGB to discuss the huge issues facing our foster carers. It is always a pleasure to meet with brilliant foster carers who are also powerful activists but it has made clear that we need to do so much more for them.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

It was great to attend the North East business drop in this week and speak to the excellent business people from the region from Port of Tyne to SAGE. Firebrick breweries have promised to send me a couple of cans of their new brew “ Stottie Ale”. Thanks!

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Congratulations to Eddie Dempsey elected to be the next General Secretary of the RMT union The members will be delighted to have such a capable class fighter working for them. Good luck to Mick Lynch a hero of our movement ✊️

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

1 in 4 children receiving free school meals said that the World Book Day book they ‘bought’ with their £1 token was their first book of their own. World Book Day is our chance to make reading accessible. Well done to teachers today who are make books available to all children.

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Ian Lavery MP @laverymp.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Today is 40 years since the return to work after the 1984 strike. It was an incredibly hard day for me and my dad. We were battered and bruised but we survived to tell the tale and to keep campaigning for our communities. We are proud members of the 5.3.85 club. Solidarity.

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