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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Stratford and Bow, you won’t want to miss this! V&A East is hosting another instalment of its FREE The Music is Black festival, theme: Queer Frequencies. I’m proud that we are home to cultural spaces that celebrate the diversity that makes our community what it is. Make sure to check it out!

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Thinking of speeding in Bow? Think again. Tower Hamlets Council has failed Bow residents, but I have been working with the local police team to increase speeding operations across Bow. I’ll keep pushing for action to tackle the issues that matter most to residents.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Help shape my work in Parliament by taking my survey. As your local MP, my work has always been shaped by listening to people here in Stratford and Bow. This short survey helps me continue to be your voice - I really do read every response! 👉 survey.labour.org.uk/umakumaransu...

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Healthy Air Coalition UK @healthyairuk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Continuing the contributions from supportive MPs at the Backbench Businesses debate on tackling air quality.. @umakumaran.bsky.social remembers Ella Kissi-Debrah and the human cost of inaction and negligence when it comes to tackling toxic air. @ellarobertafdn.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/heal...

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

A greener Stratford and Bow starts from the ground up 🌱 The UP Garden in Forest Gate is bringing people together to grow fresh food, learn new skills and build a stronger community at the same time. It’s projects like this that show the power of local people shaping the places they live!

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

For decades politicians have failed to properly fund social care. Meanwhile, heroes like the team at Subco Trust have been stepping in. They have an MP and a Prime Minister determined to fix things ❤️

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

A busy advice surgery yesterday, thank you to University of East London for hosting us. I hold regular surgeries across Stratford and Bow. If you are a constituent and if I can ever be of any help, please reach out on uma.kumaran.mp@parliament.uk or on 02072197777 and I’ll be in touch 📧

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The strength of a community is measured by how we treat the oldest generations and at Subco Trust, Stratford that is with kindness, care and joy! As this Government works to strengthen social care, organisations supporting older people are an important part of the conversation.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

My new Ministerial brief, as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

An important meeting with Newham Council's housing and homelessness team in Stratford to see the work they are doing and their plan to address Newham's housing backlog. Everyone deserves safe and secure housing, and I will keep working with the Council until that is the case.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

I am deeply saddened by the horrific attack at Berlin Pride. Pride has always been about love, freedom and the right to live openly. Hatred and violence will never overcome that. Sending love and solidarity to those affected and to the wider LGBT+ community, including here in Stratford and Bow.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Been quite a week! I’m honoured to have been appointed as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of the State in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. At a volatile time globally, Britain’s voice and international leadership matters. Looking forward to serving our great country in the FCDO 🇬🇧

Photo shows Uma Kumaran MP walking through the Foreign Office courtyard on her first day as a FCDO Minister

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Today’s advice surgery in Bow - complete with a Bow Bell 🔔 I hold regular advice surgeries across the constituency, every month. I hold online and telephone surgeries too. If you are a resident in Stratford and Bow, and need my help contact: uma.kumaran.mp@parliament.uk Or call on 02072197777

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Great to meet with my friends at @magpieprojectuk.bsky.social in Parliament last week to discuss supporting children growing up in poverty, especially families in the asylum system. 💜 Thank you to the team for the incredible work you do supporting mums and little ones through the housing crisis.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Changes to commercial waste collection times on Roman Road are putting local businesses in an impossible position. I've written to the Mayor of Tower Hamlets calling for an urgent review of the service and submitted a petition signed by dozens of local businesses demanding action.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

☀️🔋A brilliant display of solar power in action on the roof of Stratford Library with Community Energy Newham. Climbed up to see it in action with @metecoban92.bsky.social, Energy Minister @michaelshanksmp.co.uk and Community Energy London - who have delivered cleaner energy for our community!

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

“hundreds of North Sea licenses granted by the Conservatives over 14 years have produced the equivalent of just 36 days of gas for the UK. The North Sea reserves have been in terminal decline for years. This is a feature of geology, not a piece of political spin” www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

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North Sea drilling is not the answer to our energy problems.

The urgency of the climate crisis is undeniable. The next 12 months are pivotal for advancing the global phase-out of fossil fuels and leaving a li...

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

At my coffee morning in Bow, I asked residents: “If you could tell the new Prime Minister one thing, what would it be?” I kept my word - message delivered to the incoming PM. No matter what, I will never stop advocating for people in Stratford and Bow and making sure your voices are heard.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Following my questions last week, this time, I asked the Foreign Secretary directly about the arbitrary detention of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya - held in Israeli prison for 18 months without charge. In violation of International law. Medical and aid workers must be protected.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Many questions on accountability remain. Illegal settlements are recognised as a breach of International law and as a barrier to peace but the UK and other European nations have stopped short of a ban on settlement trade. At a Foreign Affairs committee session, I asked the Foreign Secretary - why?

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Great to join @london.gov.uk and @rosiewrightingmp.bsky.social at the British Fashion Council Summer Reception. Met the British Tamil superstar behind Aarabhi London - can’t wait to wear one of her designs! Proud to see Stratford’s @lcflondon.bsky.social talent shaping the future of fashion too✨

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Thank you to everyone that came along to my coffee morning in Bow! Speaking about the issues that matter most to you helps shape the work I do. I have taken your feedback (and Post-it notes!) back with me to parliament. For those that couldn't make it keep an eye out for my upcoming surgeries!

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Leasehold is legalised extortion. Too many homeowners are at the mercy of profiteering of freeholders and managing agents. Time to end the nightmare for good and abolish leasehold. There’s consensus from Labour MPs on this. My intervention 👇🏾

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

If you're a business on Roman Road and want to sign my petition, email uma.kumaran.mp@parliament.uk. The Council must listen to local businesses and review waste collection times and services. Common sense has been lost at the Council — we need a petition! towerhamletsslice.co.uk/romanroad/un...

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Roman Road businesses hit by fines over bin collection timings

Roman Road businesses say strict waste collection time bands and unreliable bin lorries are leading to fines of up to £400 in Tower Hamlets.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The deliberate targeting of medical professionals is part of the systematic evisceration of Gaza's healthcare system, a feature of genocide. My question to the Minister for the Middle East on Dr Hussam Abu Safiya's 18-month detention by Israel and what further action the UK will take 👇

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

☕️ Live in Bow? Come along to my coffee morning this Friday A chance to talk about what matters to you and any issues that are affecting you, your family and your neighbours. My team and I are here to help. Please email me to RSVP 📧 uma.kumaran.mp@parliament.uk

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Labour Climate and Environment Forum @lcefuk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

For London Climate Action Week, LCEF is meeting London MPs to talk all things London and climate. First up, we chatted to @umakumaran.bsky.social in Stratford and Bow about the example London is setting on green spaces, and on retrofitting our homes and public buildings.

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PoliticsHome @politicshome.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

'The hundreds of North Sea licenses granted by the Tories over 14 yrs have produced the equivalent of just 36 days of gas for the UK. The North Sea reserves have been in terminal decline for years' North Sea drilling is not the answer to our energy problems, writes Labour MP @umakumaran.bsky.social

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North Sea drilling is not the answer to our energy problems.

The urgency of the climate crisis is undeniable. The next 12 months are pivotal for advancing the global phase-out of fossil fuels and leaving a li...

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The Climate APPG @climateappg.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🎉 We are pleased to announce that Uma Kumaran MP has been elected as the new chair of the Climate Change APPG. We look forward to working with @umakumaran.bsky.social and the APPG's members to push for climate action to go further and faster ⚡️

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

I’m back on here! If you have a few mins give this a read 👇🏾

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MagpieProjectUK @magpieprojectuk.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

You can't fake connection. See the joy our Rights Experience Advocacy Change team felt meeting @umakumaran.bsky.social. She shared her family history of seeking safety, and her vision of voice, change and representation for families like ours. Thank you Uma, a one-woman inspiration.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Eight long years and still thousands of people in Stratford and Bow are trapped in homes with dangerous cladding I spoke to the Mirror about the the devastating impact to people’s lives and futures This Government must deliver where the last Government failed www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

This week I began to share my experiences from a deeply moving Foreign Affairs visit to the Occupied Palestinian Territories and West Bank There’s so much more to say – I return determined to redouble efforts for peace and to be a voice for the things I have seen independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n…

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

💕Happy Valentine’s day! 🤳🏿Social media can be a place filled with love and content to give you all the feels. But we all know, it has a darker side with hateful content. 🥰My Stylist Magazine tip: protect your mind and seek the positivity - and bluesky has lots of it! stylist.co.uk/fitness-health…

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The Climate APPG @climateappg.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

@umakumaran.bsky.social underscored the importance of climate leadership and the fact that the UK’s key growth areas are in renewable energy.

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Inland Waterways Association @iwa-uk.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Thanks to new Waterways APPG Co-Chair @umakumaran.bsky.social for raising this question about the 9 River Walks pledged in Labour's manifesto. Opening new walking routes along our rivers would be great but if they're shared paths that also support active travel, even better! 🚴‍♀️ #ukcanals #ukrivers

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 06/02/2025

Honoured to officially open @sadlerswells.bsky.social East—the first cultural venue at London’s East Bank. This will be transformative for dance in London, bringing world-class performances, training opportunities & a brand-new stage to the capital. A huge moment for culture in our city.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Great to meet Brazilian Ambassador H.E. Antonio de Aguiar Patriota The Foreign Affairs committee discussed Brazil's upcoming BRICS presidency, the Belém COP30 Climate Summit, and the fight against disinformation. 🇬🇧🤝🇧🇷 Reaffirming the friendship and ties between our countries.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

I’ve been vocal about the global spread of disinformation ‘Fake news’ has real world consequences - attempts to destabilise democracy, hamper peace efforts in the ME and in Ukraine In an unprecedented move, three Committees have written to Govt to act now👇🏾 committees.parliament.uk/publications...

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Have neglected bluesky updates lately, finding it hard to keep up with the multi platforms Follow me on instagram for more content (its also a happy place) One of the many things I did this week was meet the King - surreal! www.instagram.com/p/DFdccKotnw...

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

🌊As Co-Chair of the Waterways APPG, It's a great way to champion Stratford & Bow’s rivers and canals, from the Bow Back Rivers to the Hertford Union Canal. We met to discuss how Britain's waterways can help lead our climate resilience, prevent flooding, boost sustainability, & connect us to nature.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Last week we wrapped up the line by line stage of the Employment Rights Bill Committee Delivering the biggest upgrade to workers rights in a generation & the growth our economy needs ✅ Banning zero-hours contracts & fire-and-rehire ✅ Expanding sick pay and parental leave ✅ Rebuilding union rights

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Ashley Dalton MP @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Since announcing my diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer a few weeks ago I’ve become increasingly aware of how misunderstood the condition is. So I want to debunk a few misconceptions: 1/7 (short posts!)

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

🌾 I had the honour of introducing Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he hosted Pongal (Tamil harvest festival) celebrations in Downing Street. 🇬🇧As the first British MP of Tamil heritage, it was wonderful to help bring people together, celebrating this auspicious event youtube.com/shorts/aFmc4...

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Uma Kumaran MP speaks on the steps of 10 Downing Street

YouTube video by Tamil Guardian

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Today is a first ember of hope, but there is a long way still to go. I hope and pray the future for Israelis and Palestinians will be one of peace and security, with the sovereignty and freedom of the Palestinian people. My statement on the ceasefire deal.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

The spread of disinformation online has happened on an industrial scale we’ve not previously seen. The unchecked ability of foreign billionaires to influence British politics must be called out and must be fought back head on.

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Uma Kumaran MP @umakumaran.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Russia's shadow fleet is a disaster waiting to happen. Ageing tankers passing daily through UK waters pose a serious risk of environmental catastrophe. @timrocamp.bsky.social and I are calling for 'Shadow-Free Zones' to safeguard our coasts and marine ecosystems. 📰 metro.co.uk/2025/01/17/r...

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Russia's shadow fleet of tankers threaten ‘catastrophic disaster’ off UK coast

Members of parliament have written a letter to Foreign Secretary David Lammy, warning of the potentially catastrophic dangers from the 'ticking time-bomb' vessels.

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