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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 6h

I recently Co-signed Sadik Al-Hassan MP's letter calling on the government to implement an 'off-switch' for algorithms that would allow people to reset their social media around those they choose to follow rather than being offered content.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

It was an honour to be invited to the UK Friends of Ukraine Drone Day. This session covered the security of Ukraine's sea corridor, the resilience of maritime trade, port reconstruction, trade finance and the naval-industrial capability needed to keep exports moving.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I'm proud to co-sign a letter to the Chancellor asking him to remove VAT from defibrillators so communities can invest in the provision of these life saving devices.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Sepsis claims five lives an hour in the UK. It can affect anyone at any time, but fast action can save lives. If you or a loved one has an infection and just know something’s wrong, Just Ask: “Could it be Sepsis?” Learn more here: sepsistrust.org/trust-your-i...

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Great to join Councillors Jim Grant, Ana Fernandes and Parish Cllr Tony Fernandes for a community surgery in their Rodbourne. We discussed a number of local issues from traffic & parking, fly-tipping to wider discussions on defence and the drone hub.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Today is National Manufacturing Day 2026 and I'm proud to have brought more manufacturing to Swindon through the Drone Hub and back the people working in the manufacturing sector. This builds on Swindon's history as a manufacturing town, leading the way in engineering and research.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dr Kevin Hamilton, CEO of Flarebright, based nearby. They make military-spec systems: Tactera, GPS-free navigation also used for nature surveying, wildfires, and open-water ops; and Extera, a flight termination system also used for remote area delivery. Thanks to Adam Thomas for the intro.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Around 800 babies a year develop a Group B Strep infection, and tragically, around 70 die as a result. Women in at-risk groups are currently offered antibiotics, but Group B Strep Support believes every expectant mother should have the right to request testing and, where needed, antibiotics.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I'm backing Group B Strep Support's call for pregnant women to have the right to request a Group B Streptococcus test on the NHS, and to have the results acted upon.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Great to meet Gareth Brearley from Augur Sensor Intelligence. They provide high-tech sensor tech for venues, places of worship, and public transport to spot dangerous behaviour without facial recognition. They're expanding outside London, near Oxford, so I pitched Swindon as an option.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

I recently asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury James Murray about what further support the government can extend to the hospitality sector following the Prime Minister's cut to Pub Business rates.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Launched in December 2024 and delivered by Defence, the FRS is for veterans and serving personnel who served between 1967 and 2000 and were adversely impacted by the ban on LGBT personnel serving in the Armed Forces. #BattleForLostVeterans #NoOneLeftBehind @fightingwithpride

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We want to ensure every eligible veteran has the opportunity to benefit before the Scheme closes.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I support Fighting With Pride's work for the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ veterans, serving personnel, and their families. I'm raising awareness of the 12th December 2026 deadline for the Financial Recognition Scheme (FRS).

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Labour Defence & Security Network @labourdefence.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This week we formally launched in Parliament, alongside our first pamphlet, Defending Britain, Defending Values 🌹 Thank you to UKspace for supporting its publication, and to everyone who joined us. Get involved: labourdefence.org.uk 🧵

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I believe we can get this right and deliver the closure communities deserve without causing undue harm to the veteran community.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🌹 A cross national board made up of legal and military representatives, so they are better able to assess decisions made within a conflict zone. 🌹 A recognition that the soldiers on the front lines were placed in dangerous situations by political decision makers and operational commanders.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Therefore, I have suggested to the Minister that the Bill be altered to include: 🌹 A stricter definition of what constitutes new evidence to give assurances that evidence thresholds are clear before the bill is made law.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I've listened to many in the veteran community about their concerns that the Bill does not have clear or robust enough safeguards to prevent innocent people being brought before tribunals without evidence, but I also know that there are many families across the UK and Ireland still seeking answers.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Over the summer I wrote to and held a meeting with the new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland to express some of my concerns about the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I've recently published my monthly newsletter. If you'd like to read updates on my work in the constituency and parliament, sign up today! willstonemp.substack.com/p/august-202...

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August 2026 Newsletter

A big thank you to Taylor, a recent work experience student who helped me bring the newsletter together.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Today I wrote to the Secretary of State for Defence about the reports of reductions in training exercises. Whilst I understand the financial pressures we face, continuous training is key to maintaining our armed forces morale, capabilities and excellence.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I know many people will have struggled in that period and I'll work to make sure this doesn't happen again. If you need support please do reach out at Will.stone.mp@parliament.uk

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

At the end of July my team and I were contacted about the lifts at the station being out of action and that the repair would take at least 3 months to get fixed. I'm really pleased that we've been able to reduce that repair to just one month.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

It was also good to catch up with Michael from Overton on a wider sector initiative (more to come on that front soon!)

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

But having highly innovative companies look to establish themselves in Swindon, contribute to its growing defence and technology ecosystem and support our nation’s security is amazing. I look forward to continuing to work with the DeltaQuad team, as they expand into the UK.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Great to catch up again with Ross from DeltaQuad, an aerial intelligence company. I've been engaging with the DeltaQuad team for the better part of a year now, building these relationships and encouraging industry to invest in Swindon takes time and effort.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A living kidney donation is the best current treatment option for most people who need a transplant. You can learn more about kidney donation here: www.donateakidney.co.uk/about-make-y...

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About us - Make Your Mark

Kidney Research UK and Give a Kidney have joined forces to launch this website as part of the Robert Dangoor Partnership.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

It was great to learn about Kidney Donation in Parliament. Six people die each week waiting for a kidney and over 7,000 people are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant. It was interesting to learn that most of us are born with two kidneys, but we only need one to lead a healthy life.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

It was great to meet Raghav Kumar, CEO of Caldera Industries, to talk about supply chain resilience when it comes to magnets and why it's so important to be linked in with similar industries. Caldera Industries has just made its first samples and wanted to hear more about Swindon.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

If you'd like to volunteer and help them put on such an incredible event please contact them at: contact@swindonlions.org More info on the event here - swindonlions.org/fireworks/

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FIREWORKS - Swindon Lions Club

Swindon Lions host the annual Fireworks Display at the Polo Ground, Marlborough Road, Swindon.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

This year, Swindon Lions are celebrating their 50th anniversary of their fireworks display. To run the event successfully they're reaching out for volunteers to help them with ticket scanning, stewarding of the grounds and at the car park as well as litter picking the following day.

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FIREWORKS - Swindon Lions Club

Swindon Lions host the annual Fireworks Display at the Polo Ground, Marlborough Road, Swindon.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Great to visit DHL and learn more about the local companies they work with as well as the ways they're implementing robotics to improve their service and delivery, not replacing people but rather expanding opportunities for their staff.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

A big thank you to Sam for showing me and my team around the JobCentrePlus to hear some of their amazing work. I know there are a number of areas we can work on together to help support more people into work and also address some of the housing issues that might be holding them back.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

It was also great to discuss their plans to work with Swindon College on apprenticeships, work experience and developing the next generation of engineers.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

WireMasters supplies specialist cables, connectors and other components used in aerospace and defence. Their work supports our armed forces, creates skilled local jobs and helps build a more resilient UK supply chain.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Great to visit WireMasters in Swindon to see how specialist manufacturers are helping strengthen the UK’s defence supply chain.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Great to be out on a roaming constituency surgery with members of my team. We're always out in the community listening to your concerns and helping where we can. If you need support, please do reach out on Will.stone.mp@parliament.uk

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

I didn't do amazingly in my GCSE's and instead rediscovered a love of learning in my 20's and in 2024 through hard work and determination had the honour of being elected your MP, so never give up, chase your dreams.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Congratulations to everyone who's receiving their GCSE results today, I'm sure all your hard work and preparation had paid off! But for those of you where it hasn't quite gone to plan, know that life is full of learning opportunities and you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The Government are expanding the times bus passes can be used for disabled people from April 2027 so they can be used at any time of day or night. This is an incredibly welcome change and something that I have been lobbying for, for some time now.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Last week, I had a great conversation with Chris Dawes from Visual PR Productions. It was a pleasure to visit their Swindon-based studio and sit down to discuss our town's growing drone hub, enormous potential and my goals as it's MP.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The Swindon North Cultural Festival will be on Sunday 23rd August starting at midday, at the Moredon Sporting Hub. We'll have plenty of activities, entertainment and will be celebrating cultural communities from across Swindon North, so all are welcome to come along!

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🏘️ Tighten the definition of vape shops so they cannot dodge rules by claiming to be a general store. 🏘️ Give police and local authorities more time to investigate premises linked to organised crime.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🏘️ Ensure that vape shops and adult gaming centres need planning permission before opening. 🏘️ Ban vape shops near schools and give councils more powers to restrict their location.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🏘️ Councils to get support to improve shopfronts, signs and aesthetic of high streets. 🏘️ Revoke the 2005 Gambling Act’s “aim to permit” rule, which restricts the ability of councils to refuse new gambling premises.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The Prime Minister has announced plans to give powers to local communities to combat the spread of vape shops and the concentration of gambling shops. The new rules, which will be introduced at the start of 2027 to:

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Government has already approved their inclusion in the scheme now the remaining accreditation work needs to be completed so families can access the support they’ve been promised, including grants of up to £2,500 towards installation costs.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Air-to-air heat pumps can improve energy efficiency, reduce heating costs and provide much-needed cooling during hot weather. This is particularly important for new build homes, which must be designed to cope with rising temperatures as well as keeping energy use low.

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Will Stone MP @willstonemp.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

With energy bills still putting pressure on households and heatwaves becoming more common, we need practical solutions that help people save money while keeping their homes comfortable all year round.

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