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Gordon Marsden

@gordonmarsden

Labour MP for Blackpool South 1997- 2019 . Shadow Minister for Higher, Further Education & Skills 2015-19. Co- Founder of Right to Learn 2020-

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Emma Lewell MP (@emmalewell) 's Twitter Profile Photo

šŸ“¢ I'm really pleased to have been successful with my application for a Westminster Hall debate on the Government's plans for asbestos removal. The debate is taking place in Westminster Hall, next Wednesday (18/06/2025), between 4-4.30pm. Mesothelioma UK

šŸ“¢ I'm really pleased to have been successful with my application for a Westminster Hall debate on the Government's plans for asbestos removal. 

The debate is taking place in Westminster Hall, next Wednesday (18/06/2025), between 4-4.30pm. 

<a href="/Mesouk/">Mesothelioma UK</a>
Keir Starmer (@keir_starmer) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In an era of global economic instability, our Industrial Strategy delivers the certainty British businesses need. Building a stronger economy, creating good jobs, and putting more money in your pocket. Great to speak to apprentices and staff at HORIBA MIRA today.

In an era of global economic instability, our Industrial Strategy delivers the certainty British businesses need.

Building a stronger economy, creating good jobs, and putting more money in your pocket.

Great to speak to apprentices and staff at <a href="/MIRAEngineering/">HORIBA MIRA</a> today.
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Since being elected, my team and I have handled over 7,000 cases covering a wide range of issues. Supporting residents through challenging times remains one of my top priorities as your MP. Over the weekend, I hosted my Chat with Chris event, where I updated constituents on both

Since being elected, my team and I have handled over 7,000 cases covering a wide range of issues. Supporting residents through challenging times remains one of my top priorities as your MP.

Over the weekend, I hosted my Chat with Chris event, where I updated constituents on both
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Two of Blackpool South’s schools are getting long-overdue investment – thanks to Labour’s plan to fix the foundations of our public services. Roseacre Primary Academy and Thames Primary Academy will benefit from a share of Ā£470 million as part of the Condition Improvement Fund –

Two of Blackpool South’s schools are getting long-overdue investment – thanks to Labour’s plan to fix the foundations of our public services.

Roseacre Primary Academy and Thames Primary Academy will benefit from a share of Ā£470 million as part of the Condition Improvement Fund –
Labour North West (@labournorthwest) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We’re tackling health inequality in working class communities. Read more on Wes Streeting’s speech in Blackpool: blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/wes-stree…

We’re tackling health inequality in working class communities. Read more on <a href="/wesstreeting/">Wes Streeting</a>’s speech in Blackpool: blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/wes-stree…
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This #ArmedForcesWeek, I had the privilege of meeting with the Veterans Minister Al Carns to discuss how we can better support our service families. This Labour Government has already delivered the biggest pay rise for our Armed Forces in 20 years. Now, we're focused on

This #ArmedForcesWeek, I had the privilege of meeting with the Veterans Minister <a href="/AlistairCarns/">Al Carns</a> to discuss how we can better support our service families.

This Labour Government has already delivered the biggest pay rise for our Armed Forces in 20 years.

Now, we're focused on
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This week I asked the Prime Minister to commit to delivering decent, secure and well-paid jobs for young people in Blackpool. Our young people love Blackpool, but far too many don’t see a future for themselves here. That has to change. I was proud to raise this directly with the

Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thrilled to welcome the CWU back to Blackpool for their conference this weekend! It was an honour to deliver the welcoming address not only as the MP for Blackpool South but as a proud CWU member. I hope you all enjoy the sunshine and weekend in our town šŸŒž #BlackpoolSouth

Thrilled to welcome the CWU back to Blackpool for their conference this weekend! It was an honour to deliver the welcoming address not only as the MP for Blackpool South but as a proud CWU member.

I hope you all enjoy the sunshine and weekend in our town šŸŒž 

#BlackpoolSouth
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

NEW: With Labour, there have been 4.2 million additional appointments in the NHS since July last year. That’s double our target, and 100,000 more appointments a week than the Tories were doing. There’s more to do, but we’re getting on with the job.

NEW: With Labour, there have been 4.2 million additional appointments in the NHS since July last year.
 
That’s double our target, and 100,000 more appointments a week than the Tories were doing.
 
There’s more to do, but we’re getting on with the job.
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today, I had the privilege of laying a wreath on behalf of the people of Blackpool South to pay tribute to our nation's Armed Forces. I'm honored to represent our community and show our appreciation for the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of our service personnel. I will

Today, I had the privilege of laying a wreath on behalf of the people of Blackpool South to pay tribute to our nation's Armed Forces. 

I'm honored to represent our community and show our appreciation for the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of our service personnel. 

I will
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

June has been a busy month for casework in Blackpool South šŸ—¼ Whether it’s supporting a resident with a complex pension issue by liaising directly with the pensions minister, working with the police to resolve local parking concerns, helping families finally secure long-overdue

June has been a busy month for casework in Blackpool South šŸ—¼

Whether it’s supporting a resident with a complex pension issue by liaising directly with the pensions minister, working with the police to resolve local parking concerns, helping families finally secure long-overdue
Blackpool Scouts (@blackpoolscouts) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We’re bursting with pride as we celebrate their Chief Scout’s Bronze Awards – the highest award in Beavers! 🌟 From learning new skills to going on adventures and helping others, these young Scouts have shown dedication, courage, and kindness every step of the way. šŸ’ŖšŸŒ

We’re bursting with pride as we celebrate their Chief Scout’s Bronze Awards – the highest award in Beavers! 🌟
From learning new skills to going on adventures and helping others, these young Scouts have shown dedication, courage, and kindness every step of the way. šŸ’ŖšŸŒ
Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

There have been so many incredible moments during my first year as your MP. As the one year mark approaches since Labour's win in the 2024 general, I reflect on the past 12 months. This past year has been full of challenges, hard work, and proud moments – but most of all, it's

There have been so many incredible moments during my first year as your MP. As the one year mark approaches since Labour's win in the 2024 general, I reflect on the past 12 months. 

This past year has been full of challenges, hard work, and proud moments – but most of all, it's
Blackpool Scouts (@blackpoolscouts) 's Twitter Profile Photo

What a fantastic evening celebrating the achievements, spirit, and community of Blackpool Scouts at our District AGM! From proud moments and well-earned awards to laughter and friendship – we’ve captured it all. āšœļø blackpoolscouts.smugmug.com/Annual-General…

What a fantastic evening celebrating the achievements, spirit, and community of Blackpool Scouts at our District AGM! From proud moments and well-earned awards to laughter and friendship – we’ve captured it all. āšœļø

blackpoolscouts.smugmug.com/Annual-General…
Barack Obama (@barackobama) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Independence Day is a reminder that America is not the project of any one person. The single most powerful word in our democracy is the word ā€˜We.’ ā€˜We The People.’ ā€˜We Shall Overcome.’ ā€˜Yes We Can.’ America is owned by no one. It belongs to all citizens. And at this moment in

Gordon Marsden (@gordonmarsden) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Great to be at AGM Blackpool Scouts seeing the growth this year- from #squirrels to adult volunteers.Speaking there as Ambassador for you I’ve seen-Gang Show to Pride to civic events -you ARE right in Blackpool’s heart-team work,challenges ,do-ers & befrienders .Keep it going !

Tides of History (@labour_history) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#OTD 1948. Nye Bevan launches NHS in Manchester. Overnight, the patchy provision of medical services - which left millions of people with little or no reliable health care - is ended. ā€œIf you are ill you’ll have specialist services without worrying about the costā€ šŸ‘‡šŸ¼

Chris Webb MP (@chriswebbmp) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I can personally attest to how vital this change is for families who face such profound loss. It will make a significant difference.