I feel incredibly honoured to have been named Scottish Braveheart MP of the Year. It was humbling to be shortlisted alongside my wonderful colleagues, Patricia Ferguson and Brian Leishman. Thank you to @holyroodmag.bsky.social and the sponsors for a fantastic evening. 1/2

Thank-you @holyroodmag.bsky.social & @wendychambld.bsky.social for my Scottish Peer of the Year award at Holyrood Showcasing Scotland Summer Reception. Congratulations also to Andrew Bowie MP @torcuil.bsky.social @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social @davedooganmp.bsky.social @tracygilbertmp.bsky.social

🧵1/ I've spent more than a decade working on anti-bribery and corruption. I know a red flag when I see one. That's why I’ve reported Nigel Farage to Parliament’s Standards Commissioner. (H/T @rowenamason.bsky.social and @tomburgis.bsky.social).

Nigel Farage reported to standards watchdog over ‘crypto lobbying’

Commissioner asked to investigate Reform UK leader after private meeting with Bank of England governor

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Eve Samson has today been named as the 53rd Clerk of the House of Commons, following approval from The King. She is the first female Clerk. An engagement exercise which included staff, unions & Workplace Equality Networks was part of the selection process. Samson joined the Commons staff in 1986.

Today, I’m launching a High Court claim against xAI, the company behind Grok. I am just one of thousands of women and even children who have been the victim of abusive and sexualised AI deepfakes. This should never have happened – and xAI must be held accountable. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

MP sues Elon Musk after AI tool created 'humiliating' images of her in bikini

EXCLUSIVE: Labour MP Jess Asato who was left 'humiliated' after an AI tool was used to strip photos of her and put her in a bikini is suing Elon Musk’s tech company

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Horrendous - but neccessary - understanding of the impact bad temporary accomodation can have on our children. Linked to the deaths of 104 children over the past 6 years, 76 of them babies. www.theguardian.com/society/2026...

Temporary accommodation linked to deaths of 104 children in England in six years

Calls for ‘urgent, sustained action’ over rising number of children who do not have permanent home

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Today our Vice Chair @tracygilbertmp.bsky.social led a debate in Parliament on sex trafficking in Scotland. Tracy revealed she has written to Police Scotland to report websites advertising prostitution for violating Scotland's anti-trafficking law. The max penalty is life. 👇

Important news: Today, the UK Government has tabled an amendment to the Crime & Policing Bill giving it the power to force p*rnography websites to verify everyone in their videos is an adult, gave permission for the video to be published and can later withdraw their consent. 1/3

"If we are to tackle male violence against women and girls, these websites have to be shut down" Our Chair @tonia-antoniazzi.bsky.social urges Government to outlaw pimping websites to stop sex trafficking 👏 Full speech 👉 hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2026...

Another way to tackle violence against women and girls. ⬇️

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Our members - Tonia Antoniazzi MP, Jess Asato MP, Tracy Gilbert MP, Kirsteen Sullivan MP, Polly Billington MP, Sarah Champion MP, Antonia Bance MP, Katrina Murray MP, Baroness Bertin & Baroness Jenkin - have signed this important letter in today's Times 👇 www.thetimes.com/article/d615...

🙌 Safeguards secured! The House of Lords has voted to adopt critical safeguards on p*rnography websites: age & permission verification and the right to withdraw consent The APPG has long called for this change to combat abuse and exploitation rampant on these sites 🧵

The result in Gorton and Denton is very disappointing. We will reflect, act & continue to learn lessons in the coming days & weeks. Today, I want to thank Angeliki Stogia for her energy & positivity over the campaign, the brilliant Labour staff & thousands of volunteers who worked their socks off.

Don’t look back in anger… on Friday. Only Labour can beat Reform. 👇🏻 www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

Nigel Farage ridiculed in Brexit bus stunt as by-election battle intensifies

In a final rallying cry ahead of the crucial by-election in Gorton and Denton, Labour’s Deputy leader also branded Nigel Farage a 'phony' who goes against everything that supports the working class

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When I passed my driving test, I was able to take an intensive week-long course and complete my test within that period. Now, constituents in Edinburgh North and Leith are waiting months just to secure a test. This is limiting opportunities in work, training and education

Yesterday, I voted to remove the two-child benefit cap, giving 2,000 children in Edinburgh North & Leith a fairer start in life and lifting them out of poverty.

I spoke in a Westminster Hall debate about the petition on indefinite leave to remain, which hundreds of my constituents signed and why we must recognise and value the contribution immigration makes to our country.

1/2 Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck took her own life in 2021 after being sexually assaulted by a senior officer. An inquest found the Army’s handling of her complaint played more than a minimal contributory part in her death.

💫 The Employment Rights Act is now law. This Christmas, let’s celebrate how far we’ve come - and recommit to working together in 2026 for fair pay, stronger unions, and Labour’s New Deal delivered in full.

Senior doorkeeper Paul Kehoe helps keep the magic of Parliament running behind the scenes 🎅✨ Paul has worked in the House of Commons since he was 19 years old, for more than 46 years It was an absolute joy to interview him about his lifetime of service

'Parliament Is A Family': Senior Doorkeeper Paul Kehoe On Nearly 50 Years In Westminster

For decades, Paul Kehoe has served successive parliaments with discretion, dedication and good humour. From being kissed by Mo Mowlam to fishing a ...

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1/3 I raised concerns in the House of Commons today after being contacted by constituents who say they were dismissed by Rockstar Games for exercising their right to organise at work.

1/2 Last week I met Lisa, who tragically lost her son to knife crime in September. Her strength in campaigning for change is truly inspiring.

Today our Vice Chair @tracygilbertmp.bsky.social will petition Parliament to tackle violence against women by: ➡️ forcing p*rnography websites to verify age & consent of everyone on their platform & give performers right to withdraw consent ➡️ extend offline safeguards to online platforms

The Labour Government has scrapped the Two Child Limit — ending the cruel rape clause that forced survivors to disclose trauma. As we mark #16Days of Activism, this is Labour delivering dignity, equality & justice at the heart of our policy.

I am so pleased that the UK Government have implemented their 2024 manifesto plan of scrapping the two-child benefit cap. This will support over 1,400 children in my constituency of Edinburgh North and Leith, and I know my constituents will warmly welcome this.

Good employers have nothing to fear when it comes to this Labour government's Employment Rights Bill.

Pimping websites are used by sex traffickers to advertise victims @ofcom.bsky.social guidance for these sites on implementing the Online Safety Act is totally inadequate and deeply harmful Our Chair @tonia-antoniazzi.bsky.social has written to CEO Dame Melanie Dawes requesting urgent changes 1/2

1/2 My Absent Voting Bill has now received Royal Assent and become law, the first Private Member’s Bill of this Parliament! It means it can be used in the Scottish and Welsh elections next year, which feels like a such an achievement.

UK Feminista was proud to support a discussion in Parliament last wk with Mia de Faoite - survivor, campaigner & Training Lead at Ruhama. Mia powerfully argued how and why the Government should recognise that sexual consent cannot be purchased. Thanks to @tracygilbertmp.bsky.social for hosting.

"A powerful depiction of the life of Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson, this emotionally honest and witty film will restore your faith in humanity" 🎬 @tracygilbertmp.bsky.social reviews 'I Swear' | @studiocanal.com bit.ly/3J9gCVP

'A tale of forgiveness and hope': Tracy Gilbert reviews 'I Swear'

A powerful depiction of the life of Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson, this emotionally honest and witty film will restore your faith in humanity

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1/2 I’m delighted that my Private Member’s Bill is the first of this Parliament to pass both Houses!