International Women’s Day: ‘How devolution can boost women’s representation in politics’ labourlist.org/2025/03/inte... – via LabourList

We were delighted to help arrange engagements for @jewishwomensaid.bsky.social CEO Sam Clifford as part of her visit to Leeds where she met students and staff from Leeds Jewish Free School, @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social and @alisonlowembe.bsky.social to discuss the safety of women and girls.

Creating change @mobcommassets.bsky.social project led by Uni of Huddersfield - great example of creative health working with systems across a region when the conditions allow communities to thrive. ncch.org.uk/blog/creatin... Inspiring leadership @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social & Rob Webster

Last week saw the University hold a panel event in partnership with @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social, as part of Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week. Joining staff and students, the discussion explored how partners are working together to tackle sexual violence across the region.

At yesterday's Housing Communities & Local Government Committee hearing on the English Devolution White Paper, @zoebillingham.bsky.social & @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social both called for Mayors to be given the power to introduce a visitor levy 🗣️ The @theyorkshirepost.bsky.social has the story 🧵

Fantastic to reconnect with @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social ‘Women of West Yorkshire’ network and proudly wear a #WOWY ambassador rosette.

Something we just ❤️ to see 🌿

Great to see LWN graduate @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social championing the work and voices of women Mayors on @labourlist.bsky.social labourlist.org/2025/01/devo...

Well that was quite something… anyone loving #TheSplit as much as me. @abimorgan.bsky.social needs a gong 🏆

Devolution must recognise the diversity of leadership. Democracy demands it. labourlist.org/2025/01/devo...

Bradford you were GREAT! www.instagram.com/stories/mayo...

❄️ With snow across our region please check before you travel. Snow also means Bradford Interchange will remain closed. Updates will follow as soon as conditions change. Stay warm and do check on vulnerable neighbours. Thank you ☃️

#giselepelicot has shown extraordinary courage. Now it falls to all of us to ensure her sacrifice brings long lasting change. Men are a vital part of the solution - our friends & allies. It’s now time for them to be brave too. Expect more of your friends. Speak up. Report.

Future of #Transport in #Sustainably Connecting Cities In an exclusive op-ed from @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social she discusses how Mayors will play a central role in decarbonising our economy. Read 👇 chamberuk.com/future-of-tr...

Great to see some terrific people on this new Task Force @philippachilds.bsky.social @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social Real change can only come about from risk and experimentation. More of the same won't cut it. As @richardosman1.bsky.social says "TV is on its knees..." www.gov.uk/government/n...

Do you know a budding young poet? Its the final few days to enter our Young Poet Laureate competition. Find out more ⬇️ literacytrust.org.uk/programmes/y...

This week, regional mayors were given the powers to make real and lasting change.   I wrote a piece for the Yorkshire Post about how this government is empowering mayors to deliver the economic growth and well-paid jobs our communities deserve: www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion...

Devolution is already working in our regions, but this government is unleashing its full potential by giving mayors greater powers.     Today marks a major milestone, giving us the flexibilities we need to deliver the better transport, skills and greener homes we need to boost our economy.

It’s been a busy few days but ahead of the English Devolution White Paper launch next week, it was great to catch up with the Chancellor #rachelreeves and fellow #mayors from across the country to discuss what we’ll need from #Treasury to ensure growth is felt across the country.

I pledged to deliver a growth plan in my first six months and here it is. The start of the renaissance of our great region… www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/politic...

Calling all businesses across West Yorkshire! There are thousands of talented graduates here in our region and we can help you recruit them. Find a graduate to supercharge your business: www.wybusiness-skills.com/graduates/

In the first year of our Women’s Safety Unit, 28% more offenders have been brought to justice for serious sexual offences. By committing more funding, we’ll make sure this work continues – so that every little girl growing up in West Yorkshire can face a future free from harm.

There couldn't be a more fitting time to publish our Local Growth Plan than the day Keir Starmer unveiled his Plan for Change. Together, we're harnessing the true powers of devolution to transform our great region, boost economic growth and put more money in people's pockets. www.gov.uk/missions

Interesting use of Smart water - hadn't heard of this before

We’ve set out our 10-year plan to create over 30,000 jobs and unlock £26 billion of growth! Our Local Growth Plan will ensure everyone has the skills they need to succeed and public transport they can rely on. Find out how we'll build a brighter region for all ⬇️ tinyurl.com/32ft53ju

End stalking and we could save a life…. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Always love hanging out with Rima @bbcleeds.bsky.social for Message The Mayor. Thank you to everyone who called in.

Nothing says more about British customs than the Village Xmas Light Switch-On. Utterly delightful and life affirming - brass band, morris dancers, choirs, fireworks, Santa on an illuminated train and a parade of tractors decked out in Xmas lights. Thank you to all the #Slaithwaite volunteers 🎄🎆🚜

@LouHaigh has been an extremely effective Transport Secretary who lived her mantra ‘move fast & fix things’. Working closely with local leaders to co create innovative solutions to decade old problems was a breath of fresh air. Her elegant and stoic response is a sign of her character.

Co-operators are working across Parliament to deliver on priorities like ending violence against shop workers, doubling the size of the co-operator sector, community ownership and energy. Our biggest group of MPs, and all keen to make a difference. 🐝

Yorkshire and the Humber is an ideal testbed for these new schemes. With the funding given to our three Yorkshire mayors we can unleash the power of #devolution to do even more. Read our response in full: healthinnovationyh.org.uk/news/getting... @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social 6/6

The husband of Harshita Brella had been arrested before - in September after she made a report of domestic abuse, a police watchdog has confirmed www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Weary about the state of British politics? I have the cure. A couple of hours with @labourstudents Clever and curious, the future looks bright….@jam-esl-ewis 🌹

METRO: Enough! #TomorrowsPapersToday

📲MP for a week! This game is aimed at young people to give them a virtual taste of life as an MP and the range of roles a Member of Parliament has. Share with schools or groups who would like to have a go ⬇️ learning.parliament.uk/mp-for-a-wee... UK Parliament Week (18-24 November) #UKPW

We’ve teamed up with ScreenYorkshire to catapult the careers of talented writers in West Yorkshire! Our Script Diversity Programme offers free mentorship and training to get budding scriptwriters into film and television opportunities. Apply today: www.screenyorkshire.co.uk/frame-the-pa...

Such sad news to hear of John Prescott’s passing. Yorkshire has lost one of its great political heavyweights. A true Northerner with unwavering authenticity. John’s record speaks for itself: tackling regional inequalities, fighting for social justice and climate change. May his memory live on.

There were two excellent panel discussions and a key note address from @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social who spoke about her ambition to make West Yorkshire the number one place for health and life sciences in the UK. (2/5)

For the writers out there…https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/all-news-and-blogs/writers-in-west-yorkshire-get-chance-to-get-in-and-get-on-in-the-screen-industry/ #writers #westyorkshire

A year today. A privilege to have you as my mum. Thank you Betty 🤍

Staff Writer Role: BBC Studios Audio (Comedy and Entertainment). To work with producers to develop own comedy projects whilst contributing to scripts across whole department as needed. Will get to play key role in writers rooms and develop characters/sitcom ideas careers.bbc.co.uk/job/London-S...

The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Ukraine, which I co-chair, has released a statement to mark 1000 days since the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine 👇🇺🇦 #Ukraine #StandWithUkraine

#Ukrainecast - 1000 days of war We bring together 3 Ukrainians who we’ve followed since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion with Ukrainecast listeners from around the world who ask them about how conflict has changed them, & their hopes for peace www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Today’s grim anniversary is an opportunity for us to reiterate our support for the people of #Ukraine and all Ukrainians here in West Yorkshire. Slava Ukraini!

NEW: West Yorkshire mayor Tracy Brabin (@tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social) announces the £2 bus fare cap in her region will continue until March despite it going up to £3 nationally from December Her mayoral authority got £36.1 million this weekend towards its Bus Service Improvement Plan 1/2

Top recommended! Rocky aka Westminster Dog of the Year was immortalised by @graemebandeira.bsky.social and now he’s passed away I’m so glad we got it done…

My absolutely brilliant fellow Mayor @davidskaith.bsky.social is taking on the challenge of running 5km every single day in November to raise money and awareness about male suicide and mental health. He’s over half way through and I know he’ll appreciate your support if you can sponsor him!

Well this is refreshing… loads of real people who are genuinely interesting and nice…🙏

Starterpack of all the Labour Mayors currently on Bluesky - ❤️🔁🌹 @andyburnham.bsky.social @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social @mayorofldn.bsky.social @kimmcguinness.bsky.social @davidskaith.bsky.social @metromayorsteve.bsky.social