Lifelong Learning under Labour: How can we make progression a priority in a tertiary system’ at the Holiday Inn Express, Albert Dock, Liverpool, from 5pm to 6:30pm on Monday September 23rd. @GordonMarsden @neon

The first recipients of the Elizabeth Emblem have been announced today. The next of kin of over 30 former firefighters, police officers and other public servants who have died in public service will receive the award in recognition of their deceased loved ones. @patmcfaddenmp

I was honoured to have been elected an officer on @APPGDVA yesterday. It's a vital group that has an important role to play in our mission to halve VAWG within a decade. @womensaid

RT @NavPMishra: Stockport is the greatest place to live in Britain, I met with the Prime Minister to make the case for extending Metrolink…

In my view, of all the speakers here today at the very valuable NS Regional Development Conference, the greatest was the 91 year old Lord Michael Heseltine. For sheer clarity of thought, knowledge and experience, he packs quite a punch. @NSLiveEvents #NSRegDev #Manchester

Good to hear ⁦@JimfromOldham⁩ at New Statesman conference #NSRegDev progress to get multi-years settlements for mayors, combined authorities & local Govt. I asked him how framework across Whitehall & Govt departments is going ahead - especially for next steps #Lancashire

Last night, as I was returning to my flat in London, I was attacked and mugged by a group of individuals. Luckily, I have no injuries and I am ok. Unfortunately, they just took my phone so I’m without one for the foreseeable future. I want to thank the @metpoliceuk for their swift response and support. The officers who assisted me went above and beyond. They are a remarkable credit to the force. If you need to reach me, please contact my office on 01253 532 401. Thank you.

RT @GordonMarsden: Very useful @LearnWorkUK #AdultParticipationinLearningSurvey2024 . It’s timely - #SkillsEngland in progress, #LifelongLe…

Great to be in Manchester today at stimulating NS Regional Conference ⁦@NSLiveEvents⁩ #NSRegDev & timely with #SkillsEngland ⁦@IFAteched⁩ bill going thru Parliament .We ⁦@right2_learn⁩ welcome this agenda & sessions about devolution & growth via regional skills

Proud to announce that care leavers across the Liverpool City Region will now receive free travel passes, opening up a world of opportunities for young people who need it the most. This is about more than just getting from A to B—it's about fairness and breaking down barriers. For too long, care leavers have been disadvantaged, often struggling to access jobs, education, and the social networks that many of us take for granted. By giving them the freedom to move around our region, we’re investing in their futures and showing that nobody should be left behind. From half-price travel for apprentices to our £2 cap on bus fares, we’re committed to making sure transport works for those who need it most. Every young person in our region deserves the chance to thrive, and this is another step toward making that happen.

'Where the review identifies the balance of learner and employer needs within a sector requires level 3 qualifications other than T Levels and A levels, we will maintain the relevant qualifications' ↗️ @Jacqui_Smith1 feweek.co.uk/how-well-go-abo…

Great step for care leavers @MetroMayorSteve free travel #LiverpoolCityRegion life chances for work & education. Echoes EMAs last Labour Govt gave young people. Our @right2_learn paper ‘Priorities forGovt’ includes leavers, young carers #NEETs for support .Well done Steve!

Really pleased to be speaking at the launch event for this important @CarersTrust report today. Young carers on average missed 23 days of school in 2022-23, compared to 14 days missed by young people who are not young carers. Excellent set of recommendations 👏👏

📢Call for Papers NOW OPEN📢Present your work at the NEON Winter Conference and join us in shaping the future of sustainable & equitable #HigherEducation. 🚨 Deadline: 29 Nov 2024; 🖥️ Event: 29 Jan 2025 👉🏽More info: educationopportunities.co.uk… #WideningAccess #University

I was pleased to launch our #MakingSkillsWork report with @Lifelong_Ed & @res_publica. A serious report for serious times that can set the next steps for a tertiary system that delivers for all. This correlates well with the first report from DfE on next steps for #SkillsEngland.

Great to see so much support for #Skills at #Lab24 with the return of #SkillsHub in association with @CitadelComms. Very proud of the @cityandguilds team and partners who, once again, put on a successful show for #skills and its central role in driving productivity and growth.

Great to speak @right2_learn with @LordBlunkett @GordonMarsden @NEONHE Graeme Atherton @prafulnargund reflecting on how to seize the opportunity to deliver for people and productivity - @LordBlunkett calls for momentum as the link between #skills &growth can’t be ignored

It was great to speak on the @right2_learn panel with @LordBlunkett and colleagues and contribute to the @WorkFoundation roundtable on Pathways to Work. I enjoyed the discussions in the #SkillsHub and thank everyone who helped keep skills high on the agenda.

Good to see launch at #Lab24! Link to it here: ucu.org.uk/article/13731/Har… @eddieplayfair @ucu @vrwedekind @_rachel_brooks @AdultEd100 @johannalwaters @IanMearnsExMP @Melissa_Benn @NadiaWhittomeMP @MarcellaMilana @NickSte79053218 @UoNUCU @NicMDickson @sammons_pamela @right2_learn

A complete education is a creative education. That’s why this Government is putting arts, sport and music back at the heart of the curriculum.

Thanks to North West MP’s and @DavidHarewood for their support on the New Deal for Working People at Labour Party Conference