The Government is breaking down barriers to technical education, training & apprenticeships, giving young people more opportunities to build their skills. Including a bursary worth up to £4,500: www.gov.uk/government/n...

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Thousands more young people will be able to gain the skills, qualifications and experience they need for future careers, as the government today rolls out a major package to break down barriers stoppi...

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A pleasure to join the Lord Mayor at Namaste Nepal restaurant on Burton Road for their 15th Anniversary celebration. Nice to catch up with the Kumar family and their business at the heart of the West Didsbury community - food delicious as always.

What has the BBC ever done for me? As Chair of the BBC All-Party Parliamentary Group, I know the importance of the BBC in keeping us informed, educated and entertained, whilst supporting jobs and talent across the UK: www.youtube.com/watch?v=koft...

What has the BBC ever done for me?

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A reminder that children, 5-15 years can travel for free on all buses during August: themanc.com/news/kids-ca...

Looking for things to do in Manchester during the summer school holidays? National Play Day is taking place on 5 August, with free events happening across Manchester for children and families to enjoy. Find out more here: loadstodo.co.uk/guides/schoo...

School Holidays in Manchester | What's On | Loads to Do

If you’re looking around for ideas to keep the kids entertained during the Easter school holidays in Manchester, you’re in luck.

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Congratulations to Bev Craig, Labour’s new Mayor of Greater Manchester! A convincing win, and I know Bev will be a brilliant Mayor and continue the great work of Andy Burnham. Thank you to everyone who voted Labour and to everyone who worked on the campaign 🌹

Fallowfest takes place this Sunday, 2nd August, from 11am-5pm in the Shakespearean Garden in Platt Fields Park. A day out for all the family.

The Assisted Dying Bill isn't a substitute for better palliative care - we need both. My colleague Michael Payne MP explains why in this great piece - well worth a read: www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

Improve palliative care or introduce assisted dying? It's a false choice – let's do both

Few issues in politics demand more humility than assisted dying.

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Great to speak on the Today programme this morning about why improving social, palliative and end of life care and giving terminally ill people greater choice are not mutually exclusive. We can and should do both.

It's polling day for the Greater Manchester Mayoral election. Vote Bev Craig today for a Greater Manchester that works for everyone 🌹

It's polling day for the Greater Manchester Mayoral election 🗳️ Make sure to bring an accepted form of photo ID to the polling station with you 🪪 You can find your polling station here: wheredoivote.co.uk Vote Bev Craig today for a Greater Manchester that works for everyone 🌹

Great to be out with Bev Craig, Labour's candidate for Greater Manchester Mayor. Bev has an ambitious clear plan for Greater Manchester and will be a great Mayor, building on everything Andy Burnham has achieved. Polls open at 07:00 tomorrow - vote Labour 🌹

🗳️ The Manchester mayoral election uses the supplementary vote system. It’s important to make sure you vote Bev as your No. 1 choice. Find out more about how the voting system works here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Greater Manchester's mayoral election explained

Voters in all 10 boroughs will elect a new mayor to replace Andy Burnham on 30 July.

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Despite the grey skies a great day at the Manchester Day parade, along with Bev Craig and thousands of others celebrating our fantastic city. Thanks to all the performers and community groups who participated.

The Greater Manchester Mayoral election is on Thursday 30th July. Bev Craig has been doing great work alongside Andy Burnham – see the pledges that form part of her manifesto for GM. Read more here: bevformayor.co.uk/manifesto/

Andy Burnham’s Labour Government is taking action to give families some breathing room on the cost of living; cutting taxes on energy bills; reducing business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues; and capping bus fares at £2. jeffsmithmp.com/2026/07/27/t...

Tackling the Cost of Living

Andy Burnham’s Labour Government is taking immediate action to give families some breathing room on the cost of living. From cutting VAT on domestic electricity bills, to making bus travel more aff…

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I’m supporting Bev Craig – Labour’s candidate for GM Mayor. Bev has a strong record of delivering for communities and will be a fantastic Mayor for Greater Manchester, building on Andy Burnham’s work. Vote Labour on July 30th 🌹 @bevcraig.bsky.social

I attended BRAKE’s event in Parliament to hear about its work supporting bereaved and injured road victims, and catch up with my constituents, Joan and Mike, who spoke powerfully about losing their son Liam. The government’s recent Road Safety Strategy is more important than ever.

The UK is joining Erasmus+ in 2027. Labour has reset our relationship with Europe, so we can make the most of fantastic schemes like Erasmus. educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/eras...

The latest patient survey results reveal the front door of the NHS is starting to open again. ✅ Almost 77% now say their GP experience is good ✅ 56% say contacting their GP is easy - up from 47.5% ✅ 82% who tried to get an NHS dental appointment got one

Great to visit Manchester City FC and see the club's new purpose-built Women’s First Team building at the City Football Academy. The amazing facilities support player performance, recovery, and injury prevention, and demonstrate the club’s long-term commitment to growing the women's game.

A pleasure to meet my constituent Ellen at Cancer Research UK's Parliament Day and hear about her research at The Christie, as well as Cancer Research UK's wider policy priorities.

Smoke from the moorland fire near Dovestones Reservoir is affecting parts of south Manchester. If smoke is affecting your area, stay indoors and keep windows and doors closed. Keep cool and stay hydrated. Latest official updates from manchesterfire.gov.uk

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Last week, I spoke in Parliament in support of a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories: jeffsmithmp.com/2026/07/15/s...

Supporting a Ban on Trade with Illegal Israeli Settlements

Last week, I spoke in Parliament in support of a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Every day there are violent attacks on Palestinians in the We…

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The Greater Manchester Mayoral election is on 30 July, and today is the last day to register to vote. Bev Craig has been doing brilliant work alongside Andy Burnham. Let's keep that progress going. www.gov.uk/register-to-...

Register to vote

Register to vote to take part in elections in the UK. Includes how to get on the electoral register and how to update your address on the register.

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Good to catch up with the LTA - the governing body for tennis and padel - in Parliament and hear about their Local Delivery Plans for Manchester and their work to grow participation in tennis and padel.

The Labour government has given over £4.5m to Manchester City Council so we can adapt our schools to better meet the needs of children with SEND. With training for teachers, new special places and Experts at Hand, we're building a better system for our children.

To vote in the Greater Manchester Mayoral Election you've got until 14th July to register. To vote by post, apply by 5pm on 15th July ⏱️ It takes 2 minutes to register, so make sure you register before the 14th July and have your voice heard on Thursday 30th July www.gov.uk/register-to-...

Register to vote

Register to vote to take part in elections in the UK. Includes how to get on the electoral register and how to update your address on the register.

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2026 is National Year of Reading 📚 Great to attend National Literacy Trust’s parliamentary drop-in and encouraging to hear that reading enjoyment and reading daily has increased among 8 -18-year-olds during the campaign.

The Government wants to hear from people about how National Lottery funding should be distributed. Whether you're part of a local charity, sports club or community group, or simply care about your local area, your views matter: www.gov.uk/government/c...

National Lottery Good Causes: Fund what matters to you

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