Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Let's do it.theguardian.comHalf of UK wants to rejoin EU and backing it could drive up Labour vote, megapoll findsExclusive: Findings will bolster those in No 10 who want to negotiate on re-entry but some senior figures remain wary 084
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 02/10/2026One year ago, Vikas Pota and I founded Carter Fleet as a new global PR firm working in 50 countries around the world to tell good stories about good people and organisations who are doing good. Today, I'm excited to see our start-up featured in Entrepreneur magazine. 040
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 02/10/2026#Farage never talks about #Brexit, because the central mission of his life has been a disaster. No wonder he's trying to scare #Labour off reopening the debate. It will expose the lies he told a decade ago. It will expose all those false promises. And it's a chance to undo the damage he caused.theguardian.comBurnham’s reopening of Brexit debate is ‘biggest boost in my career’, says FarageReform UK leader tells supporters PM’s move has ‘opened up a huge flank to us’ 061
Reposted by Cllr Salman ShaheenAndrew Lewin MP @andrewlewinmp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026The transition to clean and green energy is already saving us money. It's our job to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels, not to slow it down. www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-win...carbonbrief.orgAnalysis: Wind and solar save UK from gas imports worth £5.9bn during Hormuz crisis - Carbon BriefThe UK has avoided gas imports worth £5.9bn since the start of the Hormuz crisis as a result of record electricity generation from wind and solar. 0195
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Yes!bbc.co.ukMove to rejoin EU among options for UK, says Andy BurnhamThe prime minister tells the BBC the current Brexit settlement has caused "more harm than good". 1100
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026I was on BBC News yesterday talking about water quality after some alarming reports. 070
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026A London-wide scheme is absolutely what's needed to ensure e-bikes work for everyone. 060
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026At last, some good news for London journalism.theguardian.comDale Vince plans London-wide news operation to take on ‘rightwing bias’ in the mediaGreen energy entrepreneur plans rescue package for the group behind the Camden New Journal, Islington Tribune and Westminster Extra 1144
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 27/09/2026💯inews.co.ukPrepare Britain to rejoin the EU now, Sadiq Khan tells BurnhamThe Mayor of London says a case for rejoining the bloc must be made now rather than sprung on voters at the last minute before another election 0103
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 27/09/2026I like #MarcoPierreWhite. He's a legend. But to snub #JamieOliver for not having Michelin stars misses the point of Jamie, who has done more for kids' health and hard up families than Marco has ever done. Jamie is a rockstar #chef for that alone. #RiseoftheRockstarChefmirror.co.ukJamie Oliver axed from Gordon Ramsay show after brutal Marco Pierre White snubMarco Pierre White has never been shy about dishing out his opinion regarding Jamie Oliver and he has now claimed that he refused to film a TV show with him 180
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Plans for the new Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre are moving forward.hounslow.gov.ukPlans progress for new Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre – London Borough of HounslowPlans progress for new Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre 030
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026More misery from the party of misery.theguardian.comTories target universal credit claimants in plan condemned as ‘fast track to poverty’Proposals aim to push people into work, but charities say families are still paying price of austerity cuts and rise in cost of living 070
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026It's not just a climate crisis. It's a crisis for national and international security. And governments need to treat it like one.theguardian.comUK shares findings of damning climate crisis national security report suppressed under StarmerEl Niño poses critical threat to nations’ defences, says Ed Miliband in presentation to global foreign ministers 085
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026TfL's consultation on the West London Orbital line opens today. It's a huge opportunity for businesses, residents and workers in Hounslow. Have your say. haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/west-london-...haveyoursay.tfl.gov.ukWest London OrbitalFind out about proposals for the West London Orbital, a new London Overground service designed to improve connections across west and northwest London. View plans for new and upgraded stations, unders... 045
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 22/09/2026It absolutely should be.theguardian.comAndy Burnham does not rule out Brexit reversal being in next Labour manifestoPM says immediate focus is on rebuilding bridges with EU as he prepares for first meeting with Ursula von der Leyen 060
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 22/09/2026If #Burnham wants to make the same mistake that doomed #Starmer from Day 1, this is great advice. Otherwise, ignore it, and let's stop pretending, despite the wonderfully secure name of a #triplelock, the state #pension is generous. Britain has among the lowest state pensions in the developed world.theguardian.comBritain needs cash and everyone knows we should break the pensions triple lock. Where is the courage? | Gaby HinsliffThe issue cannot be avoided any longer. Andy Burnham and his chancellor must face the fear of a pensioner backlash, and find a fair solution, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff 1101
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Good. We don't have a second planet.theguardian.comAndy Burnham: UK must fully commit to reaching net zero by 2050Exclusive: PM, who is facing pressure over whether to approve North Sea oil and gasfields, makes strongest comments yet on issue 272
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 10/09/2026BBC News reports as we bring open water #swimming back to Bedfont Lakes.bbc.co.ukOpen water swimming returns to lake after two year breakSupervised open water swimming sessions are returning to Bedfont Lakes Country Park in Hounslow. 010
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Very good news.standard.co.ukAir con to be installed in all London buses by next summer after strikesAir con to be installed in every drivers cab after a campaign for better working conditions in heatwaves 0131
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Yesterday, Hounslow Council passed our Climate Change Resilience Plan to prepare the borough for floods and extreme heat. We are doing our bit to tackle #climatechange and go #netzero by 2030. But we are only one small cog. And we must prepare our borough for all eventualities.mylondon.newsCouncil approves climate change action plan - half of it unfundedThe climate change action plan is expected to cost the borough £7million 151
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 07/09/2026We're delighted to bring managed open water swimming to Bedfont Lakes. This is a fantastic opportunity for people to enjoy one of our borough's most beautiful outdoor spaces in a new way, while supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.mylondon.newsOpen water swimming returns to former landfill site in West LondonThe site in Hounslow was closed off to swimmers several years ago 020
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Behind me lies one of the most beautiful spots on the Thames. Hounslow’s rivers and canals are among the defining features of our borough and treasured assets for our communities. 161
Reposted by Cllr Salman ShaheenRachel Cunliffe @rmcunliffe.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Journalism can be very depressing these days. So for a bit of optimism, I popped down to the outskirts of Heathrow Airport to find out how one council is tackling mental health, education, and environmental challenges via the unlikely medium of disused wasteland www.newstatesman.com/environment/...newstatesman.comIn Hounslow, they are letting a hundred flowers bloomIn the most unpromising urban environments, local councils are protecting nature for a new generation 3365
Reposted by Cllr Salman ShaheenRachel Cunliffe @rmcunliffe.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Featuring real-life schoolchildren desperate to skip PE, ladybirds, tomato plants, dead mattresses, a special celebrity guest from Downton Abbey, and how local councillor @salmanshaheen.bsky.social was radicalised fighting the Duke of Northumberland www.newstatesman.com/environment/... 1102
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Pro-tip, if you're going to say the word 'poo' in front of a bunch of school kids, make sure a journalist isn't taking notes. Nevertheless, so pleased to have the New Statesman come down to see our UK-first Grow for the Future policy that's turning wasteland into educational food growing spaces.newstatesman.comIn Hounslow, they are letting a hundred flowers bloomIn the most unpromising urban environments, local councils are protecting nature for a new generation 041
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026With the government, GLA and Axis, we've installed solar panels and LED lights in four Hounslow primary schools, saving them £100,000, and 84 tonnes of carbon, per year. With oil prices spiking after Trump's war on Iran, every extra penny schools save is a penny they can spend on educating our kids.mylondon.newsMajor upgrades to 4 West London schools for new term in £10m projectPupils will also be taught about renewable energy and sustainability 084
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026RIP Dolly Parton. Amazing to see her live at Glastonbury some years ago. But even more amazed by her generosity and passion for children's literacy. Her Imagination Library will give free books to thousands of kids across Hounslow. A wonderful initiative and legacy, making a difference to so many. 070
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Snowflakes.theguardian.comTice defends suspension of Reform UK activist over Farage criticismParty’s deputy leader makes comments as he unveils new policy to subsidise more apprenticeships 031
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026#SadiqKhan took a lot of hate for it. But our children will live better and longer lives as a result. #ULEZtheguardian.comUlez led to better lung size and function among London children, study findsResearchers find capacity stunted by pollution restored after introduction of ultra-low emission zone 0204
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Reform are toasting with Chapel Down while people are dying.theguardian.comExtreme heat more dangerous for people 60 and over than previously thoughtStudy finds older adults could face harmful heat stress at just 1.5C of warming above preindustrial levels 151
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Let them drink Chapel Down.theguardian.comReform’s Tice says people should stop fighting climate crisis and ‘enjoy’ heatDeputy leader says it is ‘arrogant’ to try to halt global heating, despite UK being left reeling by summer firewave 140
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Time to go the Islamic Republic of The Hague.theguardian.comBenjamin Netanyahu describes UK as ‘first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon’Israeli PM criticised by political rival for attacking an international ally and overseeing ‘horrific diplomatic failure’ 083
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Good luck to everyone across Hounslow getting their A Level results today. It's been 23 years, and I still have nightmares about sitting my A Levels. But follow your dreams. 060
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Ban disposable BBQs. And new North Sea drilling.theguardian.comBurnham to consider ban on disposable barbecues as wildfires rage in UKPM to look at imposing restriction in public spaces, though campaigners fear it does not go far enough 1183
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Someone give that man the Bone Spur Award for Bravery.theguardian.comTrump’s Air Force One deception faces scrutiny over ‘decoy’ passengersJournalists and others were allowed to fly on presidential jet despite security threat while Trump was spirited away 042
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Park Road Allotments is one of my favourite places in the world. It's why I fought so long and so hard with the community to save it when it was under threat from development. 180
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 09/08/2026Westminster Council are a bunch of fun sponges aren't they? I shall raise a defiant glass in Soho tonight.theguardian.comLondon mayor orders council to drop plan to ban new pubs and bars in Soho and West EndExclusive: Sadiq Khan urges Westminster council to adopt ‘positive vision of economic growth’ of nightlife 182
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 09/08/2026I agree with Sadiq again.inews.co.ukLabour mayors press Burnham to seize control of sewage-dumping water firmsMayor of London Sadiq Khan is ready to run Thames Water while others call for a model where customers own the firms 182
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 08/08/2026I agree with Sadiq.theguardian.comSadiq Khan calls on Andy Burnham to commit to climate action as pressure grows over North Sea oilLondon mayor points to ‘terrifying scenes’ this summer amid speculation Burnham may back Jackdaw and Rosebank projects 0123
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 07/08/2026I was in the Evening Standard today, talking about Labour's Climate Change Resilience Plan to tackle the impacts of heatwaves and floods, Hounslow's plans to reach net zero by 2030, and create green jobs and investment. For the sake of balance, Reform and the Tories also had their views aired...standard.co.ukHounslow Tory and Reform councillors under fire over 'climate hoax' postsThe leader of Hounslow Reform, Cllr Tony Brown, reposted tweets which say ‘climate emergency is a big hoax’ 040
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Delightful evening yesterday seeing She Stoops to Conquer performed in the Walled Garden at Boston Manor Park. Beautiful setting, talented actors, great production, and a standing ovation should be given to Arts Centre Hounslow for their fantastic programme in the garden this summer. Check it out. 041
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 06/08/2026I was looking forward to welcoming Lidl’s arrival in Isleworth, but I can no longer do so with any great cheer. I’ve looked into the Middle of Lidl and what I’ve seen is the shoddy treatment of workers who have served our community for many years. Lidl's products may be cheap, but so is their talk.mylondon.newsLidl make staff redundant before promising interviews to be rehiredLidl has described the decision as 'unavoidable' as councillors share dismay 140
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 06/08/2026One of the dumbest things I've ever seen. Has any Westminster councillor ever tried getting a pint in Soho?theguardian.comCouncil wants pubs in London’s Soho and West End to ban standingSadiq Khan criticises Westminster council’s ‘anti-growth policies’ after it recommends stopping ‘vertical drinking’ 092
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Back to terrorising the International Rescue.theguardian.comEnglish FA to drop support for Gianni Infantino after Wales withdraw backingThe English football association looks set to follow Wales in dropping support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election bid at Fifa 051
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Never go full Rupert.euronews.comRupert Lowe offers alliance with Farage to unite Britain's hard rightThe Restore Britain leader outlined five points that he said the pair would have to agree on to be able to find a "common way forward" and defeat the left wing. #EuropeNews 141
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Have to question the judgement of a man who gives a warmonger a peace prize. Probably the dumbest thing since hydration breaks.theguardian.comGianni Infantino ‘has lost Uefa’s confidence’ after Fifa chief scraps World Cup sell-off planGianni Infantino ‘has lost the confidence’ of Uefa following his aborted project to sell off the World Cup to private investors, European football’s governing body has said 092
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Each one of these tragic deaths brings home all too painfully the climate crisis we face. It's why we all have to play our part in stopping it.theguardian.comEngland on track for record heat-related deaths this summer, official data showsUKHSA estimates 2,877 fatalities during heatwaves in May and June, almost twice that recorded in 2025 season 052
Cllr Salman Shaheen @salmanshaheen.bsky.social · 29/07/2026As a father of two young children, I know there's nothing more important to kids' development than getting them to love books from an early age. I'm really proud that children in Hounslow will now get a free book every month till they're 5 after we joined Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.chiswickcalendar.co.ukFree books for under fives - Chiswick Calendar NewsSome of the books in Dolly Parton’s ‘Imagination Library’ Free books posted to children, with their names on, once a month Children under the age of five living in the […] 1112