Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 20hwww.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukReading MPs write to Royal Mail over missed post complaintsMatt Rodda, Olivia Bailey and Yuan Yang say residents have reported missing medical appointments. 131
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 01/10/2026I spoke to ITV about the problems we've had in Reading with Thames Water, welcoming Government measures that open a path to stronger public control over the water industry. 052
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Good to talk to the @thebhf.bsky.social at Labour Conference 020
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 29/09/2026People with hope again, Britain with belief again. 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 28/09/2026A powerful speech from John Healey, full of hope and belief in Britain. 310
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 27/09/2026This colourful celebration of the Hindu God Ganesh took place on Broad Street on Friday. Thanks to Reading Hindu Temple for inviting me. 020
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Good to see Reading Borough Council fitting charging points for electric vehicles on Hemdean Road. 040
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 25/09/2026My weekly update including: - 🇳🇵 Support for the people of Nepal - 🚗 Advocating for residents over the A4074 disruption - ✅ House of Lords reform [commonslibrary.parliament.uk/resear…] 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 25/09/2026If you’re unable to visit the Bayeux Tapestry exhibit at the British Museum why not visit the amazing replica at Reading Museum. 'Britain's Bayeux Tapestry’ was created in the 19th century, reproducing the original tapestry in extraordinary detail. www.readingmuseum.org.uk/your-visit/w...readingmuseum.org.ukBayeux GalleryView Britain's famous full-size Victorian version of the Bayeux Tapestry in its magnificent entirety. This faithful replica is 70-metres long. It was made by 35 skilled Victorian women embroiderers in... 041
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Good response on the doorstep in Holborn and St Pancras today. 041
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Thanks to everyone who attended our meeting to address anti-social behaviour in Prospect Park. I will continue to work on this issue with your local councillors, police, and residents. 033
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Would you like to take part in creating a new mural for the Granville underpass connecting Southcote with Prospect Park? Find out more about how to get involved: media.reading.gov.uk/news/invitat...media.reading.gov.uk 021
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 19/09/2026media.reading.gov.uk/news/three-n...media.reading.gov.ukThree new Council children’s homes ready to open in Reading | Reading Borough Council NewsMore Reading children in care will be able to stay close to school, friends, family and community Opening of new Council homes will reduce the use of expensive private provision outside of Reading 051
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 19/09/2026rdg.today/westminster-...rdg.todayWestminster diary – MP Matt Rodda: Giving every child the chance to thriveThis month, I went back to Parliament. And many children and young people went back to school and college. But 011
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 18/09/2026A number of residents have contacted me with concerns about capacity on the aqua 28 Reading Buses service. I would be grateful if anyone affected by this could respond to my survey below. I will be taking this up with the management, and will keep respondents updated. mattroddamp.com/aqua-28-surveymattroddamp.comAqua 28 Bus Route Survey | Matt Rodda MP 011
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 18/09/2026I am aware of the water supply disruption to Luscinia View, and my office is liaising with Thames Water calling for this to be addressed as soon as possible. 011
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Good to see Friar Street has been resurfaced. Reading's Labour Council is continuing its resurfacing programme. 030
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 15/09/2026www.theguardian.com/politics/202...theguardian.com‘Sweat the asset’: new development minister plots path to make UK aid countKirsty McNeill reaffirms Labour’s 0.7% of GDP pledge and promises value for money to allay voter concerns 020
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 15/09/2026www.readingchronicle.co.uk/news/2654588...readingchronicle.co.ukReading MP urges SGN to speed up works as Caversham residents angeredThe MP for Central Reading has urged a gas company to “speed up” ongoing works, as residents grow frustrated by traffic chaos caused by a gas… 010
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Good to see more electric charging points being installed by Reading's Labour Council. 051
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 11/09/2026During a debate on the Social Housing Bill I praised Reading Borough Council for their leadership in building council houses and called on other local councils to follow their example. 040
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Thanks to the Reading Chronicle for celebrating Tutu's contribution to our community. It was wonderful to attend her celebration event, we all wish her the very best for the future. www.readingchronicle.co.uk/news/2653484...readingchronicle.co.ukReading restaurant marks 20 years with farewell celebrationTutu’s Ethiopian Table celebrates 20 years in Reading with a farewell event attended by Mayor Matt Rodda MP and an Ethiopian Embassy… 020
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 09/09/2026At the Nepal APPG I met with acting ambassador Bipin Duwadi, who explained in more detail the challenges facing his country at this very difficult time. I’m proud of the support the UK is providing Nepal through this terrible disaster, and am supporting local fundraising efforts. 041
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 08/09/2026www.ft.com/content/6d43...ft.comJohn Healey puts Britain on notice for tough Budget in ‘more dangerous world’New chancellor tells the FT that he and Prime Minister Andy Burnham are determined ‘to meet the fiscal rules’ 021
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 07/09/2026I was concerned to hear about water supply problems in Emmer Green on Friday and I am raising this issue with Thames Water. 020
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 07/09/2026My weekly update including: 🇳🇵Supporting Nepal and the local Nepalese community 🏢 Visit to Barclays offices at Apex Plaza 💷 Donation link to Greater Reading Nepalese Community Association - www.justgiving.com/page/grnca-s... 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 06/09/2026I was delighted to visit the new Barclays office at Apex Plaza, employing 120 people and supporting the bank’s work with local schools though their LifeSkills programme, which helps young people to build financial literacy and develop their employability skills. 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 05/09/2026It's been fantastic to visit Tutu's today and to celebrate her contribution to Reading. What an amazing part of our town's story and one that will be truly missed. Best of luck to Tutu with her next chapter, and thank you. 041
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Nepal has always been there for Britain and Britain is now there for Nepal. The UK is providing £5 million of aid and the two Governments and military personnel are working very closely with one another. I am proud that Britain is the second biggest donor to Nepal. 030
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 04/09/2026The local British Nepalese Community is living through the most terrible situation and our hearts go out to them at this very difficult time. 130
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 04/09/2026I am working closely with the Foreign Office following the devastating floods in Nepal. I met the Emergency Response Minister to raise the concerns of residents who are worried about friends and relatives in Nepal. 272
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 03/09/2026You can also learn about Lewis’ story and find out more about accessing the MenB vaccine here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jN3... 🧵2/2youtube.comLewis Waters remembered at Reading Festival as Meningitis Now raises awareness of MenB vaccinationYouTube video by Meningitis Now 010
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Congratulations to the Waters family for their incredible fundraising efforts in support of Meningitis Now, with over £14,000 raised so far. You can still contribute to the The Lewis Waters Forever Fund at lewiswaters.muchloved.com 🧵1/2lewiswaters.muchloved.comThe Lewis Waters Forever FundDedicated to the memory of Lewis Waters 111
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 03/09/2026media.reading.gov.uk/news/scheme-...media.reading.gov.ukScheme proposed to improve safety on King’s Road | Reading Borough Council NewsCouncil proposes changes to road layout to reduce accidents in parts of King’s Road Plans include break-up of outbound bus lane to allow longer lead up to left-turn junctions 011
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Thanks to the Reading Chronicle for reporting on the support for Nepal. www.readingchronicle.co.uk/news/2651234...readingchronicle.co.ukHundreds gather for Nepal flood victims vigil and fundraiserHundreds gathered for a candlelight vigil in Reading on Monday night (August 31) to honour those affected by deadly floods in Nepal. 000
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 02/09/2026www.gov.uk/government/n...gov.ukNepal-China floods: what you can do to helpInformation on how you can support people affected by the floods and mudslide on the Nepal-China border. 010
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Please share details of the Greater Reading Nepalese Community Association appeal: www.justgiving.com/page/grnca-s... 🧵3/3justgiving.comGREATER READING NEPALESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION's fundraiser for Supporting Flood Victims In NepalHelp GREATER READING NEPALESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION GRNCA raise money to support Greater Reading Nepalese Community Association 021
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 01/09/2026The UK has offered £5 million of emergency aid, rescue workers and it is strengthening the team in the British Embassy in Kathmandu. My office is helping local Nepalese families who are concerned about relatives and friends who are missing and I urge people to get in touch if they need help. 🧵2/3 120
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 01/09/2026The floods in Nepal were absolutely awful and it is impossible to imagine what people there are going through, our hearts go out to them. As the PM said, ‘Nepal has always been there for Britain in our hour of need, now Britain is with Nepal in its hour of need.’ 🧵1/3 130
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Many thanks to BBC South for covering this important story and to everyone who attended the vigil. If you are able to donate you can support local fundraising to help flood victims at www.justgiving.com/page/grnca-s... 011
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Find out more about getting the MenB vaccine at www.nhs.uk/nhs-services... Visit www.meningitisnow.org to learn about the charity's vital work. 020
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 29/08/2026Great to meet with Cllr Matt Yeo, the Lead Councillor for Housing, in Southcote this week to discuss plans for more council homes for local residents. 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Thank you to BBC 5 Live for speaking to me about the terrible flash flooding in Nepal and the impact on our community here in Reading. 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Thanks to Stuart Ward and other volunteers who run the repair cafe at Reading Festival for raising awareness of how to reuse household goods to help with the cost of living crisis and to help protect the environment. 021
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Thanks to the Grassrootz team and Reading Borough Council for a summer of excellent activities across Reading, great to attend the BBQ earlier in the week. 031
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 27/08/2026A dedicated hotline and email address has also been set up for residents who have any comments or queries about the Festival over the weekend; these are: 020 8080 1518 ReadingFestivalHotline@reading.gov.uk 010
Matt Rodda MP @mattrodda.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Residents can read all about how Festival Republic is working to minimise the impact of the event on the environment and how festival-goers can help at www.readingfestival.com/info#staying...readingfestival.comInfo | 27-30 Aug 2026 | Richfield Avenue, ReadingFind all Reading Festival 2026 info in one place. Learn about tickets, travel, safety, accessibility, volunteering, and more. 110