Luke Murphy MP
@LukeMLabour
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Labour MP for Basingstoke | For casework email [email protected] Promoted by R Kellaway on behalf of Luke Murphy both @ 47 Winchester Street RG21 7EF
Basingstoke
Joined March 2022
On my way for my induction at Parliament 🚂 . Whether you voted for me or not, I’ll work everyday to repay & earn your trust . I’ll never forget who sent me to parliament and why, to secure a better future for our town. Time to get to work!
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I couldn’t be prouder to have been elected as Basingstoke’s first ever Labour MP. Whether you voted for me or not, I will work every day to earn and repay your trust, and I will be an MP for the whole of Basingstoke. 🌹 🙏
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The failed court challenge to #ULEZ by 5 Conservative run councils, including Bromley, was a colossal waste of taxpayers' money. The £140,000 spent by Bromley council on the legal challenge could have (approx):. 🥣👨👦👦 Provided 60,869 free school meals.🛣️🕳️ Fixed 2,560 potholes.
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When people message you to say you're the first joke on @haveigotnews #HIGNFY your heart does stop. 😰
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It’s the privilege of my life to represent #Basingstoke in parliament. It’s early days but I’ve been busy meeting new colleagues, receiving IT, and learning my way procedurally (& geographically 😃) around the Houses of Parliament. It will take some time to get my office set-up,
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Immensely proud to be officially sworn in as the first ever Labour MP for Basingstoke
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Thanks to everyone who has been in touch since my election. I am in the process of setting up my office and will share details of how to contact me & when surgeries will take place as soon as possible. Because I'm in the process of setting up my office responses will be slower
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I’m proud to have been elected as the chair of the climate all-party group. I’ll work with the vice-chairs and all members of the APPG to support the raising of climate ambition & delivering a fair transition . There’s no time to waste 💪.
NEW: The @ClimateAPPG is officially reestablished. We look forward to working in @UKParliament to raise ambition on climate action and support the government in delivering a clean energy transition with fairness at its heart.
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🚨 The General Election is on 🚨. I’m proud to be Labour’s candidate for Basingstoke . After 14 years of the Tories, it's time for change. As your MP, I'll secure a better future for Basingstoke. 🌹
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It’s a privilege to be chosen as @UKLabour’s PPC for Basingstoke. We’ll leave no stone unturned as we work hard for every vote. After 19yrs of Maria Miller & 14yrs of Tory mismanagement it’s time for change. Let’s get Britain’s future back. Join the team👇.
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I’m on my way to my 15th Labour conference (in person) but only my second where Labour is government in Westminster. I couldn’t be prouder to be going this time as a Labour MP, the first ever for #Basingstoke. I’ll continue to work every day to deliver for Basingstoke
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An epic launch 🚀 of our @UKLabour @BstokeLabour campaign to win Basingstoke. Amazing to have @RachelReevesMP @HarrietHarman @helenhayes_ here setting out how a changed Labour Party can deliver change for Basingstoke & Britain.
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Voted for change! 🗳️ . Let’s make this day count and make history! 🌹
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Today I raised with the Prime Minister issues that Basingstoke residents are having with leasehold & management companies. I’m pleased that the PM committed to reform the feudal leasehold system & I will continue to campaign & stand up for leaseholders in #Basingstoke
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Great to have @Keir_Starmer in Basingstoke today, setting out how @UKLabour will change our town & Britain. Vote Labour on 4th July 🌹.
I’m proud to have changed the Labour Party to put it back in service of working people. Now I’m ready to change the country and grow our economy to make you better off.
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Incredible turnout for our #finalweekend rally before polling day. The Tories want people to believe this election is done. It’s not. If you want an MP that’ll fight for Basingstoke to deliver the change our town needs - you need to vote for it . Vote @UKLabour on 4th July 🌹
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Proud to highlight - in my first intervention in Parliament - the fantastic work of @bcot & the brilliant apprentices & students that @ed_miliband I met earlier this year. They must be at the heart of our mission to become a clean energy superpower . #Basingstoke
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Amazing to have the @UKLabour battlebus visit Basingstoke . & the brilliant @bphillipsonMP who spoke about Labour’s plans for every child in Basingstoke to have the best education & opportunities no matter their background. Change will only come if you vote for it on 4th July 🌹
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Great start to a Thursday morning at the @UKLabour campaign launch with @Keir_Starmer & @AngelaRayner . Basingstoke & Britain are ready for change. #VoteLabour
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Just taking a moment to reflect on yesterday…. I must admit, it was a little overwhelming seeing so many people come to support our plans for the future of Basingstoke. Your support is something I have not and will ever take for granted. I’m so excited by the potential future
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Keir Starmer is right to describe the violent riots as far-right thuggery. Those involved must & will feel the full force of the law. There is no justification for these violent acts - none. Keir is correct that all right minded people should be condemning not excusing it.
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Great to be back on the door for @BeckPengeLabour . Lots of support for @UKLabour & our new candidate @LiamConlon2 . Some Conservative voters also planning on voting Labour for the first time!
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A privilege to have Deputy Prime Minister @AngelaRayner in #Basingstoke to talk about @UKLabour’s plan to ensure everyone can secure a decent affordable home of their own. 👍 to see changes so we can build the infrastructure we need too from GPs, to schools, & transport 🔗 . 🧵
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A fantastic start to the campaign here in #Basingstoke. We're ready for the campaign & Basingstoke & the country is ready for change. I'm looking forward to speaking to voters across the constituency over the next 6 weeks. Got a question? Get in touch. 👇.
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Fantastic first session on the door as @UKLabour’s parliamentary candidate for Basingstoke . From Brookvale to Chineham, it’s so clear the public want change. I’m looking forward to speaking to many more people in the weeks & months ahead as we work hard for every vote
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Fabulous time at #Basingstoke’s first ever pride march as our town’s first ever openly LGBTQ+ MP. Thank you to the amazing organising committee @BasingstokePrid for putting on such a fantastic, joyful, & prideful event
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Small business is the lifeblood of Basingstoke's economy. Fantastic to welcome @Keir_Starmer & @TheoPaphitis to discuss our plans to help small business & breathe new life into the Top of Town. Great to showcase two Basingstoke businesses: .@hants_sch_jewel & The Gabardine
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It’s 100 days since I was elected as Basingstoke’s first ever @UKLabour MP. I’ve been hard at work since then setting up my office and working hard to deliver my promises. Here’s what I’ve been up to . 👇. Please get in touch if I can help you and your family. And of course
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It's time to be part of change. Together, we can build a better future for Basingstoke. Together, we can deliver a Labour government on Thursday 4 July.
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Phenomenal start to our first weekend of the General Election campaign. The overwhelming message - from lifelong Conservatives to people who have never voted before - it's time for change. @UKLabour offers that change. 🌹
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Over the past week, I, like many, have watched in horror as a small minority have brought disorder & thuggery across the country. As the PM has said, those who've seized this moment to spread fear & violence will soon regret their decision. We're stronger together. My update👇
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Such disgraceful behaviour, good to see Bob Stewart being held to account. Time & again, Bob Stewart has hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons - can anyone remember a news story where he has achieved something positive for people in Beckenham?.
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Great afternoon at Hatch Warren Summer Festival. Thank you to all of the incredible volunteers who made it happen again this year. #Basingstoke
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The economic mismanagement, the broken promises - not least the so called "new hospitals programme", & the failure to be transparent w the British public revealed today by @RachelReevesMP is shocking. I expressed the anger of many of my constituents, in Parliament, today. 👇
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I was proud to give my maiden speech in the chamber recently. As well as paying tribute to the wonderful people, businesses charities & sense of community across Basingstoke, I outlined my mission to restore the principle of opportunity for all. I was delighted to give my speech
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With 4 weeks until polling day, I'm so proud to be officially nominated as the @UKLabour parliamentary candidate for #Basingstoke. Over the next 4 weeks, we'll be out every day, talking to residents, showing we're a changed Labour party, ready to change Basingstoke & Britain
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Strong response from voters in Kelsey & Eden Park today for @UKLabour & @BeckenhamLabour . Lots of concern about energy prices & a tonne of disillusionment with the Tory government. Only Labour under @Keir_Starmer can provide the leadership the country needs
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To win a majority of 1, Labour needs a swing of 12.7 points, to win Basingstoke, we need a swing of 12 points . The road to a majority Lab gov runs through Basingstoke. I’m ready w a campaign plan but I need your help. 👇. #VoteLabour.
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🚨 Labour will build new Basingstoke hospital🚨. The rebuild of Basingtoke's hospital is long overdue. If I’m elected as your MP, I'll work day & night to get a new hospital for Basingstoke built. Only Labour can deliver the change the NHS needs. 👇.
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Today is #WorldAIDSDay. This Govt is determined to end new transmissions of HIV by 2030 - & we can be the first country in the world to do it. Pleased to see the @Keir_Starmer & @wesstreeting announce £27 million to roll out opt-out testing.
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Every child deserves the opportunity of the best education & childcare. That's Labour's commitment, but change will only happen if you vote for it. Vote Labour on the 4th July🌹. 👇.
In Basingstoke and across Britain, it’s time to vote for great Labour candidates like @LukeMLabour. Because change won’t come by chance. On 4 July, vote Labour.
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After 14yrs of dither & delay it’s *SO* positive to see such rapid action. Basingstoke voted for a changed government committed to lowering their bills, delivering energy security & tackling climate change - & that’s what they’ve got 👏 . @Ed_Miliband.
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Was good to spk to @GuardianHeather @guardian abt what ppl are telling us on the door in Basingstoke. TL;DR: Decline in access to GPs & Dentists, neglect of top of town, & cost of living. Another Tory budget won’t change that, but a Lab govt will 🌹 . 👇.
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This is a message I've been hearing on the doorstep across #Basingstoke. Just today I spoke to a lifelong Conservative voter who put a Labour poster in his window. He said he'll be voting @UKLabour for the 1st time because it's time for change. 👇.
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HAPPY ELECTION DAY! 🗳 . It’s been a blast campaigning for fabulous @labour4bromley candidates. From Beckenham Town & Copers Cope to Plaistow & St Mary Cray & St Paul’s Cray, we’ve got some fabulous @UKLabour candidates who will make even better councillors. #VoteLabour
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Residents really supportive of @UKLabour in West Wickham this evening. It’s clear that voters are angry and disillusioned with the government and want a fresh start under @Keir_Starmer
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Great #labourdoorstep session today w @MedwayLabour . A great group of cllrs & new candidates seeking to win the council & deliver ambitious @UKLabour policies. Brill to see so many @labour4bromley @GMBSouthern friends too!
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Brilliant doorknocking session in West Wickham this morning on the #labourdoorstep 🌹. Lots of enthusiasm for voting for @UKLabour & a Labour government led by @Keir_Starmer to deliver the change our country needs. Thanks to everyone who came and to those spoke to us on the door!
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Good luck to every @UKLabour candidate standing in the elections today. Whether standing as councillor, a Police & Crime Commissioner, or a mayoral candidate you’ve done a brave & important thing standing for election, for what you believe in & to make a difference. #VoteLabour🌹.
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🚆 Exciting news for Basingstoke! South Western Railway will be the first service to return to public ownership under the landmark Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Act. Here’s what it means for you: 🧵
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It was a privilege to lay a wreath at the Remembrance service this morning in Basingstoke & read a poem to honour all those that have served . We pay tribute to all the men & women who have given their lives in service of our country. At dusk and dawn - we will remember them
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Help me be a strong voice for our town & the most accessible & visible MP Basingstoke has ever had. 👇. ➡️Head of Office: ➡️Caseworker/Sr Caseworker ➡️Parliamentary Assistant or Sr Parliamentary Assistant
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Promising canvass session in Shortlands for @BeckenhamLabour . We were stopped in the street by a lifelong Tory voter disgusted with the government & planning to vote @UKLabour. Many others committed to joining her!
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Proud to support the campaign to 'Keep Ice in Basingstoke'. The Ice Rink is more than just a facility; it's a community hub that fosters talent, encourages physical activity, & brings people together. Read more👇. #keepiceinbasingstoke.
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What an incredible team out knocking doors this morning. Thank you to all the residents that stopped to speak to us . #Basingstoke
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I had such a great morning with the students, teachers and coaches of @btfc_academy. The academy & @Basingstoke_FC are doing exceptional work on the pitch, in the classroom & in the community - often against the odds. There’s no doubt that the club has suffered blow after blow.
It was a pleasure to welcome @LukeMLabour, Labour's parliamentary candidate for #Basingstoke this morning. Luke visited to gain a deeper understanding of the Academy, our ongoing community work and to discuss the clubs ambitions and the support that's needed to achieve them.
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On route to #MidBedfordshire to help #GOTV for @alistrathern . Let’s get a local, full-time, dedicated champion for every single town & village in #MidBeds elected. Alistair will be the hardest working representative the area has ever had. Let’s make history!. #Ali4MidBeds
Polls are OPEN from 7am to 10pm. Today we have an opportunity to vote for a hardworking, honest and local MP. Let's grab it with both hands. Don't forget to bring your ID.
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Had a great day celebrating my 40th 🎂 🎈 🎉 . Went on one of my favourite walks across Seven Sisters. Such a beautiful part of the world. It helped me reflect on the past 40 years, here’s some of what I’ve learned…. 🧵!
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Enjoying the interviews and celebrations as much as the match and the victory. It’s home 🏴🏆🎉. #euro2022final #Eurofinal #Euro22 .
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Well that's what the script in front of Kemi said anyway. Embarrassing student politics from the new leader of the opposition, Kemi Badenoch. Keir and the Labour government are serious about fixing the foundations of our economy. Kemi & the Tories, not so much. #PMQs
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We’ve had hundreds of conversations today with residents right across #Basingstoke. From the need to improve access to GPs to addressing the cost of living, it’s clear that so many people want change. Thanks to everyone that spoke to us!
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Warming morning on the doorstep in Oakley . The sun was shining & we had some lovely conversations with residents. So many people are tired of the Conservatives and want change, including life long Tory voters who will be voting Basingstoke Labour @UKLabour next time
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Fantastic turnout for this morning’s canvass session in Popley. Bright and sunny in Basingstoke. Mood of change on the door 😃 . Thanks to all residents who opened their door to speak to us. Vote @UKLabour on 4th July
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Fantastic fundraiser for the ever brilliant @Lola__McEvoy last night w a great speech from @lisanandy & a brilliant auctioneer double act by @wesstreeting & @jessphillips . Lola will make an amazing MP & will fight like hell for Darlington. Let’s get her into parliament!
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This is why I’ve taken the tough but necessary decision to vote in favour of means testing the Winter Fuel Payment. 👇
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Great response on the door in #Kingswood for @damienegan! . Great to see so many @UKLabour activists out on the door & so many people voting for change with @UKLabour 🌹
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Great turnout of @BeckenhamLabour & @labour4bromley activists for doorknocking in West Wickham. Some really important issues on crime, cost of living & speeding raised. There’s real disillusionment w the Tory government & openness to voting Labour, inc from lifelong Tory voters
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Incredible turnout for @BeckenhamLabour Super Saturday in Kelsey & Eden Park #Labourdoorstep . Lots of lifelong Tory voters backing @UKLabour next time round. Thanks to all members who joined us & local residents who took the time to speak to us. Bring on the #GENERALELECTION!
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Strong first half for @Basingstoke_FC against @OfficialBHAFC . Goals already coming naturally for @Nnams64 👏 Excited for the season ahead 👊
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I was pleased to hold my sixth surgery since being elected on Friday. I hold regular surgeries (every Friday) so if you have an issue you would like to raise, then please drop us an email at luke.murphy.mp@parliament.uk. Booking is by appointment only, and if you can't make it to
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Lovely morning for a big campaign session in Winklebury this morning. Thank you to all the residents that spoke to us, and local members & those from further afield who joined us on the door. It’s time for change . #VoteLabour
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Last week I challenged Kemi Badenoch on her outright opposition to the Renter’s Rights Bill despite standing on multiple manifestos that promised reform of private renting
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Good to speak to LBC this morning at #LabourConference23 to look ahead to big issues coming up this week
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Come on England!. 🏴 🦁 🦁 🦁 . On to the semi-finals 👊
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Some fabulous campaign sessions over the past few days. Thank you 🙏 to all the activists who’ve joined us
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Excellent doorknocking session in Sherborne Saint John & Rooksdown for our fantastic candidate in the local elections @BradPhillipsUK . Lots of support for @UKLabour on the door . #VoteLabour on the 2nd May
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It was great to be out in Brighton Hill today despite the weather…. Take my short survey to let me know about your concerns and what I can do to make Basingstoke a better and safer place to live and work. 👇.
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The UK has a government committed to cutting energy bills, tackling the climate crisis, freeing us from fossil fuel dictators & securing a fair transition. As Chair of @ClimateAPPG I'll work across parliament to realise those ambitions. ✍️ @TheHouseMag 👇.
✍️ “As Chair of @ClimateAPPG, I will work with parliamentarians of all political persuasions to support the government in achieving its clean energy mission and ensure it is done fairly.”. - @LukeMLabour in @politicshome .
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Yesterday - I asked the Prime Minister what he and his government plan to do to help breathe life into high streets such as the Top of Town. It's time the Top of Town reflected the pride we have in Basingstoke. I’ve had countless conversations about its untapped potential -
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After yrs of neglect Bromley Tories have voted to sell off our much-loved Beckenham Public Hall. The sell-off will be devastating for our community groups. The halls shld be kept in public hands for public benefit. Sign our petition to Stop the sell off!.
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Britain is a proud and tolerant country. Criminal behaviour, dangerous extremism, & racist attacks go against everything our country stands for. No one should feel scared when praying or be targeted for the colour of their skin. 👇.
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Time is running out to vote in Oakley and the Candovers but the sun is shining and it takes just a few minutes to go out to vote. So there’s still time to #VoteforChange. Vote Labour!. 🗳️ 🌹
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Out on the doors speaking to residents in Southview & Chineham. Lots of people voting @UKLabour for the first time . I’ll work every day to repay your trust. If you want change, you need to vote for it 🗳️ 🌹
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🚨Reminder 🚨. ⏰ Today is the last day to respond to the consultation to #SaveTicketOffices . We've heard concerns of passengers in @BeckenhamLabour & have been actively campaigning against the closures. Respond here @TSSAunion @RMTunion @ASLEFunion
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Fantastic doorknocking session in Kelsey and Eden Park w @BeckenhamLabour . Lots of support for Labour & hope for a Labour government!
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Great to be out on the door on Sunday in Winklebury and Manydown, and Brookvale & Kings Furlong w @BstokeLabour & @Winch_Labour . Many people telling us it’s time for change & a @UKLabour government. Thanks to all those who took the time to spk with us. 🗳️🌹
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Fabulous turnout, reception on the door & weather for our @BeckenhamLabour canvassing session in Kelsey & Eden Park. Crime, parking, & general dismay at the Conservative government all raised with us on the door. Thanks to everyone who came & residents that spoke to us
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Lovely pit stop at the Portsmouth Arms in Hatch Warren after an evening door knocking . Such a joy to be out speaking to residents in such beautiful weather. Thank you 🙏 to everyone who opened their door to have a chat
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Pleased to join the Nepali community from Basingstoke & beyond yesterday for the Pasa Puchah Guthi celebration event. Beautiful food, music, & company!
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Fabulous morning in the beautiful #Basingstoke sunshine in Chineham this morning. Thanks to every resident that opened their door to chat with us. The overriding message was that Basingstoke & Britain need a change 🌹
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Brilliant campaign sessions across #Basingstoke today in Eastrop, Kempshott, & Oakley. I spoke to so many lifelong Conservatives planning on voting @UKLabour for the 1st time. It’s cutting through that Labour has changed & is ready to change Basingstoke & Britain for the better
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Thrilled to hear about Bishop Challoner pupil Max Edney, who raised an astounding £37,434.36 for the @BrittleBoneUK by cycling 26.2 miles around Basingstoke! 🚴♂️. Max was recently awarded the Scouts Fundraiser badge by Scout leader Gill Clarke at 1st Chineham Scouts. Amazing
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Pretty nail biting game but we did it in the end!. Keep the faith ✊. On to the quarters ⚽️ ❤️ . 🦁 🦁 🦁 🏴
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