I am grateful to @patmcfaddenmp.bsky.social, the #WorkandPensionsSecretary for his statement to the House on new survey evidence from 2007 on communications to women born in the 1950s about changes in their #StatePensionAge which has only just been made available to him.

Join me on the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Friday 28 November 2025, 1:00pm, Virtual Event

I am very grateful to my team of volunteers for speaking to residents on Hodge Clough. Following a community meeting I held at the Moorside & Sholver Community Centre in October, I have been in touch with stakeholders since to discuss progress on actions taken from the meeting.

Today, we pause to remember all those who have died in service of our country, and express our gratitude to all who continue to serve.

I am grateful to Oldham Council, Historic England and the representative from St Pauls for joining me today to discuss the development of St Pauls in Shaw.

I attended the Remembrance Day service in Oldham; it was an honour to lay a wreath in memory of all the armed forces men and women who have been injured or gave their lives for us.

Join me on the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Friday 28 November 2025, 1:00pm, Virtual Event

This week I held my weekly MP surgery, where constituents raised concerns with me about the growing division in our society. I have had many constituents contact me with similar worries. I have written to Oldham Council to discuss how we can address these concerns locally.

During the Second World War, on the night of 10 May 1941, over 700 tons of explosives rained down on London. The Houses of Parliament were struck by several incendiary bombs. The House of Commons Chamber was engulfed by flames and destroyed. But we rebuild, we restore, we continue.

I have just attended the launch of the #DESJusticeUK campaign in #Parliament. Between 1940s and 1980s, women who suffered multiple miscarriages were often prescribed Diethylstilbestrol, a synthetic form of oestrogen.

Last week I visited Farida Women's Centre to learn more about the services for and support to women and girls across #Oldham particularly those who are experiencing violence or abuse.

Last week I hosted local residents at the #Moorside & #Sholver community centre to look at the progress that has been made from last year's community meeting.

This year was the 7th year of my annual memory walk which I set up as part of the #DementiaFriendlyOldham campaign. As Co-Chair of the #DementiaAPPG, we undertake inquiries on e.g., what research there is on how to prevent Dementia. We know that keeping active and engaged is really important.

The #workandpensionscommittee commissioned analysis from @healthequitynorth.bsky.social to estimate the savings to DWP spending if 5% of unemployed or economically inactive people on #UniversalCredit received employment and health support, and moved into employment.

Our @labouruk.bsky.social Government is rebalancing the rights of renters in the new #RentersRightsAct. Private sector and building a future where tenants are protected, respected and empowered. A historic moment for renters across the country and we’re proud to deliver it.

It was great to meet our new @manccop.bsky.social Inspector for Central Oldham. Thank you to Inspector Katherine Murray for meeting with me and doing a walkabout in #Higginshaw to follow up from the community meeting I held earlier this year.

Last week I attended Oldham’s secondary schools headteacher forum hosted at Blue Coat School.

It was lovely to speak to the women at the Greenhill Primary School #WomensChaiProject Thank you so much for inviting me.

This was my 7th annual #oldhammemorywalk which forms part of the Dementia Friendly Oldham campaign.

#BlackHistoryMonth celebrates the contribution of men and women from the Black community to UK history! Wayne Melanie & Louise Marshall are international musicians born and raised here in Oldham by Costella and John.

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Today is the #UN Day for the #EradicationofPoverty. Poverty is not inevitable - it is a consequence of the political decisions. Between 2010 and 2024 poverty across thecountry, and for children and disabled people in particular got much worse.

A glimmer of hope as the #Gaza ceasefire begins after months of diplomatic efforts behind the scenes. We look to the next phase of this process and the building of a lasting and just peace www.debbieabrahams.org.uk/gaza-response/

The #workandpensionselectcommittee commissioned analysis to estimate the savings and financial benefit of Universal credit (UC) claimants currently unemployed or economically inactive returning to work through employment and health support programmes.

This very moving exhibition was in Parliament this week. It depicts quilts from different parts of the country made to remember people who'd died by suicide by their loved ones. This one was made by people from Greater Manchester.

As chair of the #Work&PensionSelectCommittee it was good to welcome the chair and members of the Social Security Advisory Committee to today's meeting.

I know I am not alone in the cautious relief we feel following the #Ceasefire in #Gaza, the release of #Israeli hostages and #Palestinian detainees & prisoners.

I asked the Housing Secretary about the transformative change the £20 million Pride of Place programme will have on Oldham and Saddleworth after having Government support from previous administrations slashed, but particularly by letting local people decide how it should be spent!

As Chair of the #AppgDementia and former carer for my Mum, I'd like to invite you to join my 7th annual Memory Walk on 18 October 2025, in support of the Alzheimer's Society.

I had my weekly surgery at @oldhamlibraries.bsky.social followed by my #weeklyMPknock, this week in #StMarys. Planning, sports facilities, litter and anti-social behaviour were concerns raised at my surgery and on the doors.

October is Black History Month. In this month, we honour the achievements, contributions, and history of Black people in the UK and around the world. www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk

If you try to stir up racial hatred and spread your poisonous worldview through misinformation, you deserve to be called out.

I was delighted to address the @cpaguk.bsky.social conference in Manchester earlier this week. Lovely to catch up with @oldhamcouncil.bsky.social #WelfareRights workers too.

Today is World Mental Health Day. This is a reminder of the importance of prioritising and investing in good mental health. This year's theme is 'access to services - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies'

Enjoyed talking to @mattchorley.bsky.social yesterday about what kind of Deputy Leader I would be. An authentic voice, and a bridge back into our communities. Here’s a snippet, or listen back to the full interview here at 14:35pm: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

@lucympowell.bsky.social spoke to Matt Chorley yesterday about what kind of Deputy Leader of @uklabour.bsky.social she would be. An authentic voice, and a bridge back into our communities. Listen in full here and share. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

As Chair of the #AppgDementia and former carer for my Mum, I'd like to invite you to join my 7th annual Memory Walk on 18 October 2025, in support of the Alzheimer's Society. This is a free guided walk around the award-winning #Alexandra Park, and is open to anyone to attend.

Magnificent news! Hopefully the start of a lasting #peace process. #MoreinCommon

@bgs.ac.uk have identified 187 constituencies, including Oldham East and Saddleworth, that include Shale Prospective Areas. Richard Tice, the Deputy Leader of Reform UK, has stated that the UK should drill and extract shale gas from land deposits.

Today, we remember all those killed, injured and taken hostage in the Hamas terrorist attacks on 7th October 2023. We urge those holding hostages to return them to their families.

After the horrors of, and bravery at, the Heaton Park synagogue terror attack, a glimmer of #hope for #Israeli hostages and innocent #Palestinians #Peace #MoreinCommon #Humanity www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

I am horrified by this antisemitic attack at the Crumpsall Synagogue in Manchester. This horrific attack has taken place on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. My thoughts are with all of those affected as well as the Jewish Community in Greater Manchester and across the UK.

Yesterday was International Day for Older Persons. As Chair of the #WorkandPensionsSelectCommittee I launched an inquiry into #PensionerPoverty.

As MP for Oldham East & Saddleworth (and since John spent 17 years playing for Lancs CCC!) I played for Lancashire although I know many of you will say Saddleworth is in Yorkshire!! Thanks so much to #RugbyLeagueCares and Keir Mather MP for organising!

This is your vote, your choice. You the members choose your Deputy Leader. Having this conversation is not dissent, but an important conversation about how we can be better. I will be your strong independent voice.

After a busy #LabourPartyConference25 discussing #childpoverty and what needs to change, #inequalities their impact on health and on #productivity,

I am grateful to my team of volunteers for speaking to residents in Glodwick last week. The most significant issues were fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour (ASB).

Yvette Cooper suggests international community on brink of Gaza peace deal