Honoured and delighted that the wonderful members of
@AmberValleyLab
voted to put their trust in me to be their parliamentary candidate and our next MP.
I met so many talented people through this process and I can't wait to work with them for the general election campaign.
@MartinSLewis
@EastMidRailway
I was supposed to be on that train. Despite getting to the station early we were told the train was full. I had a reserved seat 🙈 This is the queue for the next train.
It’s the honour of my life to be elected to serve my home constituency.
Thank you to the people of Amber Valley. You’ve put your faith in me, voted for change, and supported a Labour Party with a clear, positive vision for our future. I won’t let you down.
#AmberValley
I’ve had a busy day in Parliament collecting my IT equipment, attending briefings and navigating the maze that is The Estate. I promised to be a strong voice in Parliament for Amber Valley and today paves the way for that.
In May
@wesstreeting
came to Codnor to launch
@UKLabour
’s 6 first steps. He promised to return to hear more about the lack of NHS dentists in
#ambervalley
. Yesterday he kept his promise. I can’t wait to work with Wes to improve access to NHS dentists in Amber Valley after 4 July.
3 sessions in
#Ripley
today. We were joined by
@Vernon_Coaker
It’ll be close in
#ambervalley
so vote Labour for:
🌹economic stability
🌹shorter NHS waiting lists
🌹a new Border Security Command
🌹Great British Energy
🌹tackling antisocial behaviour
🌹6,500 new teachers.
We’ve had 3 teams out today talking to constituents: two in
#Somercotes
and one in
#Denby
. Whilst Rishi Sunak was heckled in Denby today we had constructive conversations about saving the NHS, green energy & about my pledge to improve our public transport.
#AmberValley
#change
Out for a couple of sessions on the ward I represent as Borough Councillor again today. In Denby and Holbrook. Lots of people counting the days until they can vote
@UKLabour
and bring the change the Country and
#ambervalley
needs.
The people in
#AmberValley
have the opportunity tomorrow to vote for change. Don’t forget why change is so badly needed.
Only a vote for
@UKLabour
can bring the change we need in our community. A vote for any other party will help the Tories to win in Amber Valley.
The swing needed for Labour to win in Amber Valley is big. But no other party can beat the Tories here.
Vote
@UKLabour
to
Bring change to Amber Valley.
#AmberValley
A great Young Labour campaign day in
#ambervalley
today, joined by our fantastic police & crime commissioner candidate
@NicolleNdiweni
Vote Labour on 2 May for Nicolle &
@ClaireWard4EM
as East Midlands Mayor to bring. peace to our streets & prosperity to our region.
Absolutely honoured to have introduced our fantastic candidate for East Midlands Mayor
@ClaireWard4EM
last night at the East Midlands reception at
@UKLabour
Conference in Liverpool.
Garden stakes and posters are being delivered across
#ambervalley
over the next few days. If you’d like one please email contact
@linseyfarnsworth
.co.uk and we’ll get one out to you.
It was a pleasure to have our
@UKLabour
candidate for Derbyshire’s Police & Crime Commissioner election with us yesterday. As a Crown Prosecutor I can’t wait to have the opportunity to work with Nicole to fight crime & anti social behaviour in
#ambervalley
#GeneralElectionNow
Out speaking to residents in Kilburn this morning with fellow Labour activists &
@LFarnz
our Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for
#AmberValley
So grateful to the residents who took the time out to share their experiences with us, because we are here to listen & want to help🌹
It’s been a really productive day in London, preparing for the general election & towards a
@UKLabour
government. I’m so pleased I have loads of talented candidates in the
@EastMidsLabour
to work with. Together we will bring change and Britain’s future back.
#GeneralElection
Today we were out in Ripley in the rain.
@UKLabour
listening rain or shine! Many people concerned about the cost of living & lack of NHS dentists. We need a
#GeneralElectionNow
so Labour can start to make this better for the people of
#ambervalley
It’s official! Proud to be on the ballot for my home constituency
#ambervalley
and the chance to represent my community.
People have the chance to vote for change on 4 July. Vote The Labour Party
It was great last night being back out listening to the people of
#ambervalley
It may have been dark in Langley Mill but the light of hope was very much present!
#GeneralElectionNow
Small but committed group of canvassers out in Leabrooks this evening. So many people we spoke to are hoping for change and looking forward to voting for The Labour Party when the general election is finally called!
#ambervalley
#win24
I really enjoyed a couple of hours off the campaign trail to listen to the beautiful music of the Newstead band in the beautiful surroundings of
#Ripley
’s Crossley Park.
Thank you for the photo
@stevemack2017
It was great to meet you!
#AmberValley
3/3 Finally, the Labour candidate for Amber Valley
@LFarnz
was in the audience at Crossley Park.
Linsey is the 3rd Labour politician I've seen at brass band concerts in recent weeks
We had a good chat about a number of Labour policies & I'm sure she will 🤞be a great MP
This election is our chance for change in
#AmberValley
but it’s going to be close.
If we want change we have to vote for it together.
Good to see
@BestForBritain
tactical voting site make an endorsement to back Labour as the choice here 👇
Cold but constructive afternoon in Horsley Woodhouse. It was great to speak to so many
#ambervalley
constituents about their concerns & hearing their hope for a
#GeneralElectionN0W
Out in
#HorsleyWoodhouse
this morning where my plans to scrap the 8am scramble for a GP appointment and lack of NHS dentists featured highly.
I’ll sort this out, but only can if elected. Every vote will count in
#AmberValley
. Change will come but only if we vote for it.
It was great to be at Lunaz to hear Keir’s plans to bring service back into politics and how to tackle human trafficking gangs. As a public servant in the CPS for 20 yrs this was exactly what I hoped to hear. No gimmicks, just hard work to bring change.
#servingambervalley
#genow
We’ve been out in Swanwick this evening. So many people telling us that change is needed and voting
@UKLabour
this time, switching from the Tories because they know we need a better future.
#ambervalley
#win24
#GeneralElectionNow
Fantastic to be in Alfreton for our regular Thurs eve canvassing session. For months I’ve been introducing myself as the candidate in the GE “whenever that may be.” It was great to FINALLY be able to say “the election has been callled & I’m standing to be your MP.”
#ambervalley
We’ve out and about speaking to people on Denby Bank and Marehay today. Lots of people making their minds up now the election has been called and lots voting for change and
@UKLabour
#ambervalley
#change
I’m so fortunate to have a fantastic team in
@AmberValleyLab
and to have a very talented future MP and his dedicated team right next door in Erewash. I can’t wait to work with
@adamthompson111
in Parliament getting Britain’s future back after 13 years of Tory decline.
We had a fantastic time at Labour Party Conference this year. Here I am with my brilliant colleague - Amber Valley candidate,
@LFarnz
, as well as our respective teams, who all did us both very proud this week.
"Britain must. Britain can. Britain will get its future back."
I had a great day campaigning for the wonderful
@LeeBarronLabour
in corby! Lots of constructive conversations to better serve the people and make corby and East Northamptonshire read!
Session 1/3 today on Heanor. Lots of support for Labour and a change of government that will get the NHS back on its feet, help people through the cost of living crisis and represent working people.
#ambervalley
#heanor
On Sunday we were in Alfreton where the state of our roads was a real concern, as was the state of the country. Some great support of a Labour government and clear desire for change.
#ambervalley
#GeneralElectionN0W
Last night we spent a very cold but productive evening speaking to people in Smalley. We spoke to lots of people about the need for change and how a Labour government will bring service and decency back to politics.
#GeneralElectionN0W
#ambervalley
#win24
People in
#AmberValley
postal votes should be landing now. Please use yours to vote for
@ClaireWard4EM
for East Midlands Mayor and
@NicolleNdiweni
for police and crime commissioner and let’s start rebuilding our region!
It was an honour serving as a Crown Prosecutor, esp working in British Embassies overseas. But on St George’s day it’s about celebrating England so here’s a throwback photo of me celebrating an England win in the 1998 World Cup & dancing with the
@ripleymorrismen
last year!
Two teams out in the hot afternoon sun in Marehay this afternoon. We were given an equally warm reception by the residents.
Some great conversations about our plans to rescue the NHS too.
We can change things in
#AmberValley
but only by voting for The Labour Party on 4th July.
Today we were out in Langley Mill. So many said ‘no politician ever knocks on my door.’ I’m here to change that. I’m listening and will visit as many constituents as I can B4 the general election.
#GeneralElectionN0W
#win24
#ambervalley
Only Labour will get Britain’s future back.
#ambervalley
has been let down for far too long. As MP I’ll change that and work for a better future for our communities.
@UKLabour
A really great day today in Openwoodgate talking to people about bringing decency back into politics and about how
@UKLabour
is going to bring the change Britain needs. Starting with the first steps announced this week.
#ambervalley
It was great to be out in Smalley/Heanor today speaking to people hoping for change. Numerous people we spoke to are switching at the GE from Tory to Labour & people stopping us in the street asking us to ‘get the Tories out & then sort out the potholes!’
#ambervalley
Busy busy today. Speaking to people in Swanwick on the
#labourdoorsteps
this morning, followed by a Christmas fair in Riddings and then on to the fantastic Christmas lights switch on event in Ripley.
@RipleyTown
thanks for such a great event!
I’m proud to support the
@unisontheunion
’s
#makecarework
campaign.
This is close to my heart - let’s support the care workers just like those caring for my dad and those working right across
#ambervalley
Yesterday our teams were out speaking to people right across Amber Valley from Swanwick down to Kilburn and then back up to Riddings. People really looking forward to the change that a
@UKLabour
government can bring.
#ambervalley
#change
As a public servant of 20 years I'm absolutely delighted to have the support of UNISON, the UK's largest trade union for members delivering public services.
Thank you for putting your trust in me to become the next
@UKLabour
MP for
#AmberValley
@UNISONEastMids
@unisontheunion
📣 Labour has big plans for Derby and our railways. Today is going to be a massive day for our city, watch this space.
Labour vows to put Derby at heart of re-nationalised rail network - Derbyshire Live
@louhaigh
@StephenMorganMP
It’s a wrap! We rounded up 2023 with a double canvassing session Somercotes and Codnor. Lots of people asking Father Christmas for a
#GeneralElectionlNow
because we can’t go on with this terrible government. The people of
#ambervalley
deserve more &
@UKLabour
are listening!
The thing about having a great local pub is it’s so easy to enjoy yourself on NYE! Wishing all the constituents of
#ambervalley
a fantastic NYE however you are choosing to spend the evening. I hope you have a wonderful 2024!
#win24
#shoplocalbusinesses
#localpub
#nye2024
It was great to be back on the doorsteps talking to residents of Heanor about local issues and the town council by election on 8 August.
#labourdoorstep
#Heanor
#AmberValley
I’ve spoken to so many people who don’t usually vote but are desperate for change and will vote this time. Change is coming and I’ll do everything I can for the people of
#ambervalley
to make sure that change is for the better.
Looking back at this 14 years seems like such a long time ago - remember CDs! But do you feel better off than you did back then? Lots of people in
#ambervalley
tell me (sadly) they don’t. Let’s change that!
Vote
@UKLabour
I’m delighted to launch my campaign to become the next
@UKLabour
parliamentary candidate for
#AmberValley
AV is my home & my community, where I am already ‘working hard for progress’.
Will you join me?
Watch my video & join the campaign at
Judy was MP for Amber Valley between 1997-2010. On the doorsteps people still talk about her being in the heart of the community. It’s an absolute honour that she is endorsing me to be her successor.
Thank you Judy for my support.
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL CUTS TO CARE HOMES!
Yesterday I was at County Hall to support the
@Derbys_UNISON
campaign to stop the cruel cuts. It's going to consultation but the choice for
#ambervalley
is whether one or two of our care homes should close. THIS IS NO CHOICE!
The consultation DCC are putting forward is deeply flawed. In Amber Valley we have the choice of one of our care homes closing or two. This is no choice at all. An urgent meeting with the Leader of DCC is sought.
#AmberValley
Today I and my fellow Derbyshire MPs have written to the Leader of Derbyshire County Council,
@CllrBarryLewis
, expressing our deep concern over the seriously flawed proposals to close multiple care homes & day centres.
These facilities are a lifeline to so many in our county.
Three teams out yesterday in my Cllr Ward: Kilburn, Denby, Holbrook & Horsley. Great to catch up with residents about the campaign and how
@UKLabour
will bring the change we need, if we vote for it!
Vote Labour on 4th July.
#ambervalley
#change
#boroughcouncillor
27 yrs ago today I cast my first vote. Full of hope for change & a better future. The next morning a new dawn broke. The achievements of the last
@UKLabour
government spur me on every day. As MP for
#ambervalley
I'll work every day to bring the change we now need again.
What a difference a few days makes. 1. Rainy Codnor on Thursday when
@wesstreeting
visited 2. Sunny Codnor canvassing today. NHS raised as a concern again today. Great to tell people Wes launched the 1st step to save the NHS metres from their doorstep 3 days ago.
#ambervalley
Thank you to everyone who spoke to me & the team today in Ripley and in Somercotes. The highlight of the day was being stopped in the street by a gentleman who wanted to tell me he was voting for me & asking for a poster for his window! I was happy to oblige!
#ambervalley
Yesterday I made the trek down to
#wellingborough
for the
@EastMidsTULO
campaign day for
@Gvkitchen
Was a very good response on the doors (including people telling us to go home and get dry!) so many people telling us they have signed the petition to kick out Peter Bone!
I've had a great weekend campaigning in the ward I represent as Borough Councillor. I'm committed to working hard for the people of
#AmberValley
& that's why I have applied to be their
@UKLabour
parliamentary candidate. Watch my video here for to hear more
We had a really productive morning in Fritchley speaking to
#ambervalley
residents. The climate crisis was a real concern to many & it’s no surprise when you live in such a beautiful place. Labour will make Britain a clean energy superpower
@UKLabour
I’m so pleased that this vote passed by just one vote. It could have so easily have failed and gone with it the chance to enhance the safety of the staff in the House of Commons. Dismayed that the current
#ambervalley
MP Nigel Mills voted against.
NEW: Just 1 vote in it; MPs vote 170 to 169 to exclude MPs accused of serious sexual or violent offences from parly at point of arrest rather than when charged. This LD amendment tabled by Wendy Chamberlain & co-signed by
@jessphillips
& goes further than govt had wanted
Wow, what a day! I've just been advised that the NEC
@UKLabour
are moving straight to shortlist. I am absolutely honoured to have got to the final stage of the selection process to be the Labour candidate for
#AmberValley
I'll be in touch with members over the coming days!
This part of Keir’s speech hit my very core. Labour is on a mission to break the class ceiling so that all people can fulfil their potential, whatever their background.
We were out in force today in Riddings. We want to speak to as many people as possible to hear their views, concerns & hopes for the future. If you’re in
#ambervalley
& we haven’t reached you as yet please do fill in the survey (link in comments below), to let us know your views.
"Mr Bookbinder stood for the Amber Valley constituency in the 1983 & 1987 general elections.” People in
#ambervalley
still talk about him now. If I am elected , I’ll aspire to his legacy as Margaret Beckett MP describes: "His legacy is a lifetime of service to people.”
RIP.
Louise will be a fantastic MP for North East Derbyshire. Her years of public service in the army is a testament of her commitment to our security and contribution to our society. She’ll be the embodiment of what Keir was saying today: public service back in politics.
It was a huge honour to introduce Keir Starmer ahead of his speech today.
I had the opportunity to speak about the importance of service from my time in the Army & how it will underpin everything I would do as MP for
#NorthEastDerbyshire
.
#Labour
will put working people first!
I'm absolutely delighted that at last night's meeting the Heanor and district Labour Branch chose to endorse me as their preferred candidate for the
#AmberValley
@UKLabour
parliamentary candidate.
Thank you Heanor and district members!
Hear more at
It rained & it shone but Labour are still listening across the East Midlands. Fantastic TULO Campaign day supporting PPC
@catkinson80
in Derby North. Great responses to all her hard work.
#unions
@UKLabour
I'm so incredibly excited to announce that I have been longlisted for the
@ukLabour
parliamentary candidacy selection for
#AmberValley
To join my campaign ahead of the 'meet the candidates' events & hustings please sign up at:
Thank you
@tobyperkinsmp
for joining us on the doorsteps in Ripley today.
People are signalling that they are ready for change!
We’re working to reach as many of you as possible but if we haven't got to you yet, please complete our community survey👇
Really excited to welcome
@ClaireWard4EM
and
@NicolleNdiweni
to our campaign day tomorrow. Not long now until the people of
#ambervalley
vote in these important elections for our region. A vote for
@UKLabour
will bring opportunity to our region and make our streets safer.
Delighted that we'll be joined in Amber Valley tomorrow by the Labour treble:
•East Midlands Mayoral candidate
@ClaireWard4EM
•Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner candidate
@NicolleNdiweni
•Prospective Parliamentary Candidate
@LFarnz
Where else would you rather be!?
Fantastic to be out in Somercotes today listening to
#ambervalley
constituents. Much support for change and people saying that we need a
@UKLabour
government.
I’ve spent this afternoon organising and speaking to voters on the phone. Whilst I’ve been doing that, our last Labour MP and the Leader of our Council have been out leading our team speaking to people in Codnor. We’re determined to speak to as many people as possible!
Even the weather couldn’t dampen our spirits today in
#ambervalley
as
@UKLabour
launched our 6 steps to deliver change. Steps to immediately make improvements to lives & to kickstart the lasting change that our country so desperately needs. Thank you
@wesstreeting
for joining us!
Take 5 minutes out of your day, head to your polling station with your ID & vote,
@ClaireWard4EM
,
@NicolleNdiweni
for Police and Crime Commissioner & for those living in Crich & South Wingfield,
@TrewickLabour
You can make a difference & be part of the change that we all need.
The message is clear: the people want change and want Britain’s future back. Congratulations
@SarahEdwardsTam
- the constituents of Tamworth are very wise to have chosen a talented and dedicated MP.
When trust in politics and politicians is at an all time low it’s infuriating that the Conservative Party are disguising their own X account as a tax fact check account. The public deserves so much better than this!
We've written to
@Conservatives
to ask them to remove the “Tax Check UK" rebrand of
@CCHQPress
. This misrepresents posts on the account as an impartial fact checking service. Voters deserve better.
Two sessions yesterday in Smalley. Warm welcome despite the rain.
Lots of people looking for
#Change
We discussed potholes, saving the NHS & cost of living.
As the MP for Amber Valley I’ll put your concerns first & work for you.
#ambervalley
Keir Starmer visited Amber Valley today! Recognition of the hard work we are putting in to get the message out to our residents that Labour will work hard for a fairer, greener Amber Valley. Vote Labour on 4th May to make this a reality!
@UKLabour
@Keir_Starmer
arriving at a co op in Amber Valley as part of Labour’s last big Derby/Derbyshire campaign push before election day, rounding off a number of senior shadow cabinet visits
The New Deal for Working People will transform the lives of many hard working
#ambervalley
people. I’m so excited to be able to tell them about this on the doorsteps! It was great to be at this event to hear the passion for this policy.
The New Deal for Working People will be implemented within the first 100 days of a Labour Government! Our General Secretary
@GMBGarySmith
and
@AngelaRayner
outlining how it will transform the lives of working people across the UK.
#LabConf23
Great to be out in Langley Mill this morning talking to voters about what they want to see in their community.
Wonderful to also see a poster going straight up in the window after my visit.
#ambervalley
#change
As an International Liaison Prosecutor I worked in British Embassies overseas to help tackle the people smugglers. I know that the Rwanda scheme is a gimmick and won’t work.
@UKLabour
will use that wasted money to properly smash the smuggling gangs.
#Rwanda
When trust in politics is low some of us are working hard to show what can be achieved when motivated by making a difference to people’s lives.
@ClaireWard4EM
is an example of this. Others however choose to peddle dog whistles and untruths for personal gain.
Dog whistle politics from Ben Bradley & East Midlands Conservatives.
The choice is clear: someone who is willing to chuck communities under the bus (a bus he’d probably have sold off to private firms) or
@ClaireWard4EM
who has a plan to help & support everyone in our region.