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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

As a friend and neighbour, I know that Yuan Yang is a dedicated representative working tirelessly for our communities in Reading.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

I've been in touch with IKEA, West Berkshire Council and National Highways today following significant congestion at the IKEA Calcot Retail Park. All agencies are responding as swiftly as possible to prevent any further issues tomorrow.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

I welcome the news from Reading FC that they have entered into a period of exclusivity with a potential buyer. 🧵(1/4)

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Club Statement | Exclusivity Agreement

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

I was delighted to lead my first Westminster Hall debate this afternoon, on the topic of affordable rural housing – an issue vital for many of my constituents 🧵 (1/6)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

I have just listened to the Prime Minister announce his commitment to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP from 2027, with an ambition to reach 3% in the next parliament. This is a momentous day for our country and our national security. (1/5)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

I'm delighted by today's news that we've already delivered the 2 million extra NHS appointments we promised - 7 months early!

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

I’ve spoken in the House of Commons many times since I became an MP, but yesterday was a particularly special occasion as we marked LGBT+ History Month. (1/5)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

This Labour government are delivering on our promise to put more money in people's pockets. This week we've confirmed significant increases to the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage from April, set to boost pay packets by as much as £2500 a year.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

I am proud to represent a constituency that is so integral to our national security, with many local people employed by the defence sector including young people taking up apprenticeships which will set them up for a varied and skilled career. (1/2)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

🚨Great news for our economy today🚨 but what has been announced and why is this so exciting for Reading West and Mid Berkshire? 🧵(1/6)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

I'm looking forward to voting for the Water Bill this afternoon. As I said last month, this Bill will clean up our water by: 🛑 banning bonuses for polluting water bosses 🚨 bringing criminal charges against lawbreakers 💰 forcing water companies to cover the cost of enforcement

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

The government's Fraud, Error & Recovery Bill has its first reading today. This important legislation will update many of the DWP's anti-fraud powers for the first time in 20 years to make sure we can stop fraudsters taking public money.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

I was honoured to sign the Holocaust Educational Trust's Book of Commitment today.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

It’s concerning to hear that Tory leader Kemi Badenoch wants to 'means test' state pensions, confirming that her party is not actually committed to maintaining the triple lock which protects all pensioners' incomes against inflation. (1/3)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

The Renters' Rights Bill is back in parliament today, and I’m proud to be supporting it. This important legislation will protect the thousands of people who rent their homes in Reading West and Mid Berkshire by:

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

The government's AI Action Plan is set to boost growth and make the UK a tech superpower, but how will it transform our public services? 🧵(1/7) www.gov.uk/government/n...

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Prime Minister sets out blueprint to turbocharge AI

Artificial intelligence will deliver a decade of national renewal, as part of a new plan announced today (13 January 2025).

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

You’ll have seen the Children’s Wellbeing & Schools Bill in the news today as it has its Second Reading – but what does this legislation actually mean for children and families? 🧵(1/11)

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

My constituents always tell me how difficult it is to make a GP appointment, so I'm delighted that the government have announced plans to end the 8am scramble by scrapping red tape and delivering the biggest boost to GP funding in years. Please read Wes Streeting's letter to the GP profession 👇

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

I had a great time in Beech Hill last night at the wonderful carol concert - and enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies before hand. Thank you to the parish council for the invitation! Also pictured: my Dad, who also had a great time. 🎄

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended my surgery in Mortimer this afternoon!

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

It is a national disgrace that homelessness and rough sleeping levels are at an all-time high with over 123,000 households in temporary accommodation after 14 years of failure. Today we're investing £137m for councils across the South East to help break the endless cycle of spiralling homelessness.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

We've introduced our Children's Wellbeing Bill into parliament today, but how will it protect children? 🔎 🏠 Stronger safeguards on home education ⚠ Unique child identifier to prevent children slipping through cracks 🧑‍🏫 Multi agency safeguarding teams to bring together support for children

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Yesterday, I joined fellow Labour Reading MP @mattrodda.bsky.social in welcoming the government’s Water (Special Measures) Bill, which will give regulators the necessary powers to tackle the disgusting sewage problems we have had with Thames Water and protect our beautiful rivers and chalk streams.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Investment in R&D will be key to unlocking economic growth and scientific advancements, which is why I was delighted to see £20.4 billion in funding in the Budget. There's so much exciting activity happening on our doorstep, including the work on food technology done at the Mondelēz Reading campus.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

The fact that my constituents have to put up with sewage in our rivers and our streets is a disgrace. This story shows why we need the government's Water (Special Measures) Bill, giving the regulators new powers to block bonuses to failing water bosses.

bbc.co.uk

Thames Water boss defends bonuses as sewage spills soar

The company saw a 40% increase in pollution incidents in the first half of the year as its debts continued to swell.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

I’m passionate about protecting the beautiful chalk streams we have in our area, in particular the precious Pang. That’s why I convened a roundtable today with experts and campaigners to discuss what more needs to be done to protect and restore these fragile ecosystems.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Great to be out talking to residents on Barton Road this morning with Cllr Clive Taylor and the team - and then to warm up at the Christmas market at the Fox and Hounds!

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Good to be out this morning supporting Small Business Saturday! I sat down with Fetdah at Mortimer Bistro and Liz at Aldermaston Tea Rooms to hear about their brilliant businesses. Do get out and support our local small businesses in the run up to Christmas!

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Wes Streeting @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Obesity robs our kids of the best possible start in life, sets them up for a lifetime of health problems, and costs the NHS billions. This Government is taking action now to end the targeting of junk food ads at kids, across both TV and online. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/gove...

independent.co.uk

Junk food ad ban ‘will prevent an estimated 20,000 cases of childhood obesity’

The Government confirmed the laying of secondary legislation for the ban on Tuesday.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

After careful consideration, I have decided to vote against the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill at its Second Reading today and have laid out my reasons why in this letter.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Tackling anti-social behaviour and illegal bikes is one of my priorities as your MP. I was pleased to speak in Parliament today and welcome news that the government is giving the police new powers to seize illegal bikes and create new respect orders to tackle ASB.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

Today, we've launched a bold plan to get Britain back to work and grow our economy: ✅ Transforming Jobcentres so they work for local people and businesses ✅ Getting all 18-21 years olds earning or learning through a new Youth Guarantee ✅ Providing new back-to-work support with devolved funding

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

It was fantastic to attend Hampstead Norreys Christmas Candlelit market this weekend and to enjoy all the great stalls. Congratulations to Lesley and team for a great event. I was also pleased to pop in to the brilliant Hampstead Norreys Community Shop while I was there and say hi to the fab team.

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Olivia Bailey MP @oliviabailey.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Thank you to everyone who came to my listening event on the Assisted Dying Bill on Thursday evening. I am so grateful for the viewpoints, stories and experiences that were shared and for the thoughtful and respectful way that the discussion was conducted.

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Alison McGovern @allymcgovern.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

We could all be injured, made redundant, or leave work for reasons beyond our control. Help to get back on your feet must be first class and help you back into the best job possible. That matters for individuals and for productivity & sustainable growth. www.theguardian.com/society/2024...

theguardian.com

UK jobcentres not fit for purpose, says Liz Kendall ahead of major reforms

The work and pensions secretary is to overhaul benefits system, pushing young people into work or education

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