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Luke Murphy MP

@lukemurphy.bsky.social
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First ever Labour MP for Basingstoke 🌹 Promoted by R Kellaway, on behalf of Luke Murphy, both at Basingstoke Labour Club, Sandys Rd, Basingstoke, RG22 6AS

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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Dolly Parton. What. A. Life. Devastated but have loved reading the tributes, watching the videos of her singing, acts of kindness and charity, and tributes to her and listening to her music. An incredible woman and a life well lived. bsky.app/profile/nyti...
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Powerful speech by @andyburnham.bsky.social as our new PM His commitment to tackle cost of living head on, take greater public control of life's essentials & end rough sleeping are significant As is his commitment to bring back hope 👏 www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...
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'A circuit-breaker moment' - Watch Andy Burnham's first speech as PM in full
Andy Burnham spoke outside Downing Street after he replaced Keir Starmer as prime minister and leader of the Labour party.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Wayne Rooney a late entry for man of the match there…
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Ken Penton @kenpenton.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Very good @neweconomics.bsky.social blog from @pollybillington.bsky.social on why an Andy Burnham-led Labour Government should be leading the energy transition away from oil, gas and coal at home and internationally neweconomics.org/2026/07/ener...
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Energy security in an age of conflict
Why the UK must lead a global clean power alliance
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Gah. It never gets any easier. 💔 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
My very serious concerns about the Town of Culture and the case of Basingstoke's mistaken identity @lisanandymp.bsky.social
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Yesterday, I welcomed members of Basingstoke’s Nepalese community and Gurkha veterans to Parliament. Gurkhas have served our country with extraordinary courage and sacrifice. It is time the long-standing issue of Gurkha pensions was resolved.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
1/5 I co-edited this pamphlet, which looks at why living standards must be central to Labour’s offer, what the public currently thinks and what lessons Labour can learn from the Democrats’ defeat in the last US presidential election. @thefabians.bsky.social fabians.org.uk/publication/...
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Standard Issue - Fabian Society
The US-Israeli war on Iran has prompted yet another shock to the budgets of British households, with potentially dire consequences for living standards. This is the second such shock in five years;…
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Labour must not fear talking about the climate. Done right, climate action can unite voters around protecting what matters now and securing a better future. My piece for @newstatesman1913.bsky.social www.newstatesman.com/spotlight/20...
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Labour must not fear talking about the climate
Climate action can be one of our strongest electoral assets, helping unite the broad coalition required to win a second term. But only if we get the messaging right.
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Labour Climate and Environment Forum @lcefuk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Yesterday's CB7 vote marked a critical milestone for the UK. In recent weeks, we have seen a co-ordinated effort to paint decarbonisation as anti-jobs and anti-growth, but as @lukemurphy.bsky.social, Lola McEvoy and @fleuranderson.bsky.social explain below, this is a thing Britain is good at.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
On Friday I brought together local nature groups, the council, the Environment Agency, wildlife trusts and water companies to start working out what's next for our environment. I want cleaner rivers, protected habitats and a real plan to restore nature across Basingstoke.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Liz, a local RAF veteran, public speaker and author. We spoke about how we can do more locally to support veterans in Basingstoke, but also how we can inspire the next generation through our cadets.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Great joining @movember_uk and @thedadshift last week in Parliament to Kick Up A Fuss for men’s health and highlight the need for better paternity leave for dads in Basingstoke and beyond #ExtraTime
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Proud to support this campaign. The Government's parental leave review wraps up this year. Bold action on paternity leave must be high on the agenda. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Labour MPs urge Starmer to set targets to boost number of male teachers in England
Men and Boys group of MPs addresses ‘crisis of masculinity’ and joins campaign for longer paternity leave
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
I wake up every day, as I think all my Labour colleagues do, thinking about how can we push that change faster, how can we get government to go quicker. aboutbasingstoke.com/nhs-capacity...
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
We have some brilliant cadet forces across Basingstoke. I asked the Veterans Minister to join me in paying tribute to all of them & how the Government is supporting cadets and adult volunteers.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
If you need support from me and my casework team, please get in touch. Email luke.murphy.mp@parliament.uk or call 01256 587093. You can also click the link in my bio for more information about how we can help.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
This week marks a major milestone for our rail network, the first Great British Railway branded trains are being rolled out! It’s great news for passengers in Basingstoke that the process of bringing railway services into public ownership is fully underway.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Happy Pride Month 2026 to everyone in Basingstoke & beyond. There is so much to be proud of and so much to celebrate. But across the world, hard-won rights are being challenged. So we must keep fighting for a future where everyone can live freely, safely & with dignity.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Labour promised to recruit 8,500 more mental health workers Labour has delivered on that promise three years early
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
❌️ Bidding wars; "no-fault" evictions; fixed term tenancies; excessive deposits; refusing pets; surprise sales ✅ Transparent asking price; valid grounds for eviction; one month’s rent upfront; rolling monthly contracts; fair pets policy; four months notice when a landlord is selling up
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Sun’s out, savings out☀️📉 Labour is cutting VAT on kids’ meals, family tickets and attractions this summer
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Enjoyed a pit stop for lunch at Afrizi in town Highly recommend the chicken stew, jollof rice and their smoothies if you’re nearby Always good to support local businesses doing Basingstoke proud 💪
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
A week of good economic news for Britain. Inflation is down. Growth is above expectations. The economy is in a stronger position. There is still more to do to bring down costs for families in Basingstoke, but Labour is delivering the stability our economy needs.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
🚨 Action on fuel costs: ✅ 5p fuel duty cut extended to end of 2026 ✅ 12-month HGV road tax holiday ✅ Red diesel duty cut by over a third from 15 June Helping drivers, hauliers and farmers with costs. Read more 👇 questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-stat...
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Written statements - Written questions, answers and statements - UK Parliament
Information from UK Parliament on written questions & answers, written statements and daily reports.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Raised Basingstoke healthcare priorities with Health Minister @skinnock.bsky.social last week, including pressures on GP access, the case for Neighbourhood Health Centres, and personal care plans, something I have been supporting a constituent on recently.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Out today with our brilliant Labour candidates across Basingstoke🌹 Polling stations are open until 10pm Vote Labour for local people who’ll work hard, stand up for our community, and keep Reform out
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
My thoughts are with the Jewish community following the abhorrent attack in Golders Green An attack on British Jews is an attack on Britain Everyone should be safe walking the streets, no matter their faith We must face down this hatred together www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c3...
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Antisemitism 'a national security emergency', says government terror adviser after Golders Green attack
Shilome Rand, 34, and Moshe Shine, 76, have been named locally as the victims. A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Happy St George’s Day, Basingstoke 🌹
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
You don’t fix a fossil fuel crisis by doubling down on fossil fuels. I'm proud the Gov is breaking the link between gas & electricity prices and speeding up clean power at home... that’s how you deliver energy security & stable bills.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Due to the Iran war we’re experiencing the 2nd fossil fuel shock in 5 years Half of recessions since 1970 are due to fossil fuel shocks Our economy, household finances & families have paid the price The solution lies in clean homegrown power we control www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Hampshire County Council just got £9,869,906 to set up an Experts at Hand service for children with SEND. Hear from a teacher on why it is a game-changer👇️ www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
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SEND reform: Experts at hand service could be a game-changer
Trust leader Tom Campbell says quick access to SEND experts - especially educational psychologists - could be transformative
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Great to meet Sarah and Buz from EBP South today. They’re doing fantastic work bringing businesses and schools together across Hampshire - helping young people understand their career options, build confidence and get ready for the world of work.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Really proud of the Goat Boys in Basingstoke taking on Snowdon to raise £7,000 for Prostate Cancer UK. They’ve led it themselves and are backing a cause close to one of the boys. Please support if you can: www.justgiving.com/page/goat-bo...
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GOAT Boys 7K for 7K Snowdon Climb for PROSTATE CANCER UK
Help Rylan Bayfield raise money to support PROSTATE CANCER UK
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Wishing everyone across Basingstoke a happy Easter. A good moment to pause, spend time with loved ones and enjoy a bit of spring sunshine.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
1/2 Do you need help with a local issue? We’ve been helping a lot of people across Basingstoke this month. From chasing GP appointments, to supporting people with debt, to dealing with ongoing issues like antisocial behaviour - no two cases are the same, but they all matter.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Really pleased to be appointed as PPS to the government’s transport team led by the brilliant @heidialexander.bsky.social It’s a cracking team, working on delivering a transport system that works for everyone 🚂 🚌 🚗 ⛴️ ✈️ 🚲 🏃‍♂️
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
It was an honour to join @jasathwal.bsky.social commemorating the contributions of Commonwealth troops in the First World War. I also paid tribute to the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and our dedicated volunteers in Basingstoke honouring the legacy of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Protecting my constituents’ living standards means tackling the cost of living head on and taking the right decisions to keep the economy stable.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Shocking doesn’t even begin to cover it. These comments are unacceptable. Reform UK should never have allowed him to stand in the first place. www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2596408...
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Candidate for Mayor of Hampshire suspended over 'Islamists on horseback' comment
Reform's candidate for Mayor of Hampshire and Solent has been suspended after describing Jewish people as "Islamists on horseback".
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
If you would like to take part, please sign up using the below link. I would love for parents, teachers, young people, professionals and anyone with an interest in this issue to attend and contribute to the discussion. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-med...
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
I am proud of my Irish roots and the strong Irish community we have in Basingstoke - Happy St Patrick's Day! 🍀
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
England’s chalk streams are among the rarest habitats on Earth & a crucial part of our natural heritage. In Basingstoke we are lucky to have beautiful rivers like the River Loddon. I believe securing UNESCO World Heritage status for chalk streams would build on the protections Government has made.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Great to meet Fiona, CEO of Victoria’s Promise, a charity founded here in Basingstoke supporting young women and their families through cancer and beyond. Fiona set up the charity in memory of her daughter who wanted her experience to help others facing the same journey. Read more: buff.ly/gNbbbrI
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
What do you think should be included in Basingstoke's bid to be Town of Culture 2028?💭 #Basingstoke2028 #TownOfCulture
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
1/2 Great to hear colleagues making inspiring and sober contributions in the International Women’s Day debate taking place in Parliament right now, sharing powerful stories and reflections from across the House.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
The only route to long term energy security for our country is through cheap clean power that we control here at home, not dependence on international fossil fuel markets that we don’t control.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Today in the Treasury Select Committee I asked the Chancellor how the Government is preparing to protect households and businesses from potential energy bill shocks caused by instability in global markets.
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Luke Murphy MP @lukemurphy.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Great to join @alaintolhurst.bsky.social on The Rundown @politicshome.bsky.social alongside economists @jamessmithrf.bsky.social & @nickridpath.bsky.social to talk through the Spring Statement, energy prices and the global outlook. Clip below on why energy security matters for the UK economy👇
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