The competition to launch the third national forest is live! We’ve got £7.5m for a 3rd new national forest in the North or Midlands 🌳 We need organisations to come forward with their vision for a green space that will improve people’s lives. More here👉 gov.uk/government/news/third…

RT @Hudsonweather: EVERY weather station, both rural & urban, in Yorkshire & Lincolnshire, set a new May temperature record yesterday. Unp…

“Manchesterism” is working. Good to get proof of that today from the @CentreforCities.

A few words on yesterdays result 🌹👇

The Falkland Islands are British. As I confirmed to Parliament earlier this week, our commitment to the self-determination, sovereignty and defence of the Falkland Islands and their people is resolute - and will always come first. 🇬🇧 🇫🇰 questions-statements.parliam…

NEW: Richard Tice failed to pay almost £100,000 in corporation tax, benefiting his investment company which made large donations to Reform UK. First time Reform's deputy leader's tax affairs can be directly linked to finances of Nigel Farage's party. Tice said: "Naturally I am always happy to put things right and if numbers need rechecking, of course I will pay what is owed - be that more or less." It's another big story from @Gabriel_Pogrund who also revealed last week that Tice's property company failed to pay £91,000 in tax before dividends.

I have today written to the Chair of Labour’s National Executive Committee seeking permission to enter the selection process for a candidate for the forthcoming Gorton and Denton by-election. Read my letter here.👇🏻

'I consider President Trump's remarks to be insulting and frankly appalling' Sir Keir Starmer called on the US president to apologise after he suggested that British troops didn't fight on the frontlines in Afghanistan itv.com/news/2026-01-23/trum…

Utterly despicable, disrespectful comments by the president of our closest ally. An unforgivable insult to the 457 British service personnel who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan. How many more of these imbecilic rants will the world have to endure before the US acts.

It’s heartening to witness the scenes of joy as Israeli hostages are reunited with their loved ones. At the same time, as many Palestinians return to shattered homes and devastated communities, the urgent need for humanitarian aid, shelter, and rebuilding cannot be ignored. An enduring peace requires justice. The occupation of Gaza must end, and those responsible for war crimes and atrocities must be held to account. #FreePalestine

Today we have witnessed a vile attack on our Jewish community on its holiest day. We condemn whoever is responsible and will do everything within our power to keep people safe. We stand with GM’s Jewish community at this time and will work through the day to support them. 🙏🏻

I'm struggling to think of a worse, more unnecessary hill for any government to choose to die on. One million people have already signed a petition against ID cards. If we’re serious about rebuilding trust, this is the last place to start. It's like deciding to become a pacifist and then walking into your roughest local pub and knocking everyone's pints out of their hands. It's actually mind boggling.

FULL TIME: Wakefield Trinity 28-12 Hull KR Trinity strengthen their push for a playoff place and ruin KR's party! #UpTheTrin

Our solidarity and thanks to Angela Rayner – a proud trade unionist and a tireless advocate for working people. In Government, she has championed workers’ rights by driving through the Employment Rights Bill, when the usual suspects lined up to block it. She’s put collective rights front and centre, to give power back to working people. We look forward to continuing to work with Angela to stand up for working people and their families, and to continuing to work with the Labour Government to deliver the New Deal for Working People in full.

🚘 Parking just got easier! ⏳ Two hours’ free parking is returning under Labour led Wakefield council, supporting residents and giving a boost to our local shops and high streets. 🗞️⬇️ wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/…

High Cup Nick in the North Pennines today - a good 20km hike up from Appleby to see ‘the Grand Canyon’ of the North of England ⛰️ 🥾

We are Englands greatest county and don’t let anyone forget it. Happy Yorkshire Day folks!

WE'RE BACK-TO-BACK EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS!! 🏆

🚨 Orgreave Inquiry Announced 🚨 For decades, miners and their families have called for justice, and the inquiry announcement marks a step forward in uncovering the truth. We stand with all those who have fought tirelessly to make this happen. ✊ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvge… 🗞️

It’s an honour to have been reselected tonight to contest the 2026 Local Elections in Stanley and Outwood East, alongside my amazing colleagues Matthew & Lynn. Thank you to our local members for their trust and support, we won’t let you or our residents down. 🌹👇