Had a fantastic night at Christmas tree light switch on at Midfield Parade, Mayplace Road East. The switch on was led by my friend Tom Jones who is 107 & the Mayor of Bexley. Thanks to Vespresso for sponsoring the tree & Laura Clifford for her work to arrange the event. 🎄

Great to be out on the doorstep talking to constituents in Crayford with our fantastic volunteers this morning. A range of issues raised, but was good to hear support from residents eager to vote for Labour Councillors next May.

Today, we pause to remember all those who have died in service of our country, and express gratitude to the brave personnel who continue to serve. We will never forget the sacrifice and service of those who defended our country and fought for our freedom.

Labour is stepping up support for our veterans and their families. Veterans' support centres will be rolled out across the country, to make it easier for veterans to get help with healthcare, housing, or finding a new job.

Today, we honour all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Now and always, we will remember them.

Great to be out on the doorstep talking to constituents in Crayford with our fantastic volunteers this morning. Good to hear strong support from many residents eager to elect Labour Councillors next May.

Greet to be out with Slade Green & Northend Labour Councillors and volunteers yesterday discussing a range of issues. Lots of support for recent work including the new crossing in Slade Green Road and the campaign to ensure lighting is reinstalled at Slade Green Station footbridge.

A pleasure for me & my family to join Wheelie Good Friends this morning. They're a new kids club for 4-11 year old wheelchair users & their carers who meet in Bexleyheath once a month. I'll be putting them in touch with groups that will help them to grow their incredible club.

Another good set of conversations on the doorstep today in Northumberland Heath today with Cllrs Baljeet Gill & Wendy Perfect with lots of support for their work and my recent pothole campaign.

Great to be out on the doorstep in Northumberland Heath this morning with Cllrs Baljeet Gill & Wendy Perfect receiving lots of positive feedback about their work in the area & support for the Government’s work introducing 30 hours free childcare & reducing NHS waiting lists

Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day. It is a moment to celebrate the strength & unique abilities of those with cerebral palsy as well as thank the incredible groups that provide support. I’ll continue to fight for stronger support in education, health & housing. #WorldCPDay

Great to be out on the doorstep with Slade Green & Northend Labour Cllr Stefano Borella and colleagues in Slade Green this morning. We had lots positive conversations and some really good feedback on the doorstep.

🍂 In this month’s newsletter, Community Matters, I share updates on: 🏛️ Progress on key legislation 🌹 Labour conference 🚶‍♂️ Recent visits 🗣️ How I’m representing you in Parliament 📩 Read the September issue here: mailchi.mp/parliament/d... Sign up: www.danielfrancis.uk/newsletters

🚆 Big news from Labour Party Conference Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander MP has confirmed that Govia Thameslink will be nationalised next year, meaning all train services in Bexleyheath & Crayford will be publicly owned by summer 2026. 🔗 More info: www.gov.uk/government/n...

Thank you @danfrancis02.bsky.social for taking the time to hear about the realities of leukaemia diagnostic delays. We look forward to your support in ensuring the National Cancer Plan drives change.

Marie Curie is campaigning for better end of life care and support for all 💛 Thanks for visiting Marie Curie at #LabourConference, @danfrancis02.bsky.social - we are so grateful for your support!

Great to connect with @danfrancis02.bsky.social to discuss how we can keep driving progress on cancer outcomes. Thanks for stopping by our stand!

Great to be out on the doorstep in Northumberland Heath this morning with Cllrs Baljeet Gill & Wendy Perfect & colleagues today discussing a range of issues including my pothole campaign, parking, flytipping & ways in which the council could support traders in Bexley Road.

I was proud to vote last night for the biggest upgrade to workers' rights in a generation: We're delivering: ✅Day One rights ✅Stronger sick pay ✅Ban on Fire & Rehire ✅Fair contracts Labour defeated Tory and Reform wrecking amendments & brought real change for workers one step closer.

Last year, the Government promised to deliver 2 million extra appointments in our 1st year – we surpassed that target to deliver an extra 5 million. That's an additional 39,500 appointments across local trusts, which have had a huge impact on residents across Bexleyheath and Crayford.

Great to be out on the doorstep in Slade Green with Cllr Stefano Borella & colleagues today discussing a range of issues including my pothole campaign, parking, policing, falling NHS waiting lists & the new zebra crossing in Slade Green Road.

Great to be out on the doorstep in West Heath ward this afternoon discussing a range of issues. It was good to hear from residents who receive my monthly newsletter & spoke to me about my campaigns. You can sign up to receive it on the pop up box at www.danielfrancis.uk

Great to be out on the doorstep in Barnehurst ward this morning discussing a range of issues including policing, my pothole campaign and the 30 hours free childcare offer introduced this week.

All the best of luck to pupils across Bexleyheath & Crayford receiving their GCSE results! Today is a chance to celebrate the hard work that got you here. But remember, whatever your results, whether they’re what you hoped for or not, this is just the start of your journey.

Interest rates have now been cut five times in a row since Labour came into power, which I know will be welcomed by families across Bexleyheath and Crayford. Labour is returning stability to the UK economy.

Please see my statement below following the decision of the Court of Appeal to increase the sentence of the driver who caused the death of Ada Bicakci in Bexleyheath last August. You can view the statement from the Attorney General’s office at www.gov.uk/government/n...

My statement on the humanitarian crisis Gaza.

Please see my statement on the memorial to commemorate the life of Ada Zeynep Bicakci, tragically killed in Bexleyheath last August. My thoughts are with Ada’s family & friends as they remember & celebrate her life. Follow the campaign ‘Ada’s Heart Beat’ facebook.com/adasheartbeat/

Am wishing all the best to our two senior football clubs in the constituency Phoenix Sports and VCD Athletic as they play their first competitive games of the season today. Both are away in the extra preliminary round of the FA Cup with respective trips to Leatherhead & Wick ⚽️⚽️

Tonight’s Bexley planning committee will receive a viability report for Bursted Woods outlining why it isn’t viable for social rent homes to be provided. This comes just weeks after members of the Cabinet received a report saying scheme will deliver £6.1m profit to council.

Tomorrow night’s Bexley planning committee will determine the council’s development company’s application for 113 flats & 8 houses on the former maternity hospital site at Bursted Woods. This is a site suitable for development but I’ve asked for these issues to be considered.

Am wishing the very best of luck to the Lionesses in the Euros Final later today. I know everyone across Barnehurst, Bexleyheath, Crayford, Northumberland Heath and Slade Green will be cheering you on. #WEURO2025final 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🦁🦁🦁

🚧 In this week's News Shopper you can read about my campaign to fill potholes across Bexleyheath & Crayford. Since 2021, the number Bexley roads in need of repair has skyrocketed: 🔴 A roads in the red category: up 680% 🔴 B & C roads in red category: up 866% #PotholePatrol

Wishing all the very best to the Lionesses as they take on Italy in tonight's Semi Final 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🦁🦁🦁

🚧Pothole Patrol Every week, I’m out speaking to residents who constantly raise potholes. Thanks to the Labour Government, Bexley has received £895k to fix potholes. But shockingly, much of it isn’t being spent. I’m taking action using FixMyStreet to report every pothole I find.

Quarter-final night. All the best to the Lionesses - we’re behind you 🦁🦁🦁 #ENG #WEURO2025

Thank you to all those firefighters who have worked tirelessly through the night to bring the fire at Maypole Crescent, Darenth Industrial Park in Slade Green under control. Residents are asked to keep windows & doors closed did to the level of smoke that remains in the area.

Having worked in retail for 11 years, I know first-hand the risks posed to retail workers. Retail workers are the backbone of our town centres. On #RetailWorkersDay, it's not just about appreciation, but also about protecting the workers within our community. @usdawunion.bsky.social

It’s a year today since an historic result was declared for Bexleyheath and Crayford. It’s an honour to represent the area I love in Parliament. We’ve seen the start of investment in local schools, NHS services, roads and trains but so much more to do in the year ahead.

Today, the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill was passed by MPs at its Second Reading. Please see below my statement outlining how I came to a decision on the vote.

Great to be out talking to residents in Colyers Lane in Barnehurst ward this afternoon about local and national issues.

On Armed Forces Day, thank you to all those across the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency who serve and have served our country. 🇬🇧

Thank you for the visit. Our new season has now been announced. See edwardalderton.org for details

Pleased to join Orbit, local councillors & the local community for the opening of the new community hub at Orchard House in Slade Green earlier this month. A fantastic space offering free support on finances, wellbeing and employment.

An honour to join the Mayor of Bexley, representatives of our Armed Forces and councillors this morning to mark Armed Forces Day.

Today on Windrush Day, we honour the impact that the Windrush generation have made to life in the UK. To everyone across the Bexleyheath and Crayford constituency from that generation, thank you for your contribution to our community.

Great to be out in a very hot Crayford this morning listening to concerns from residents about how our Conservative council needs to address potholes and build social housing.

It was great to join Edward Alderton Theatre for their open day to look around & meet the team of volunteers. This Saturday they are launching their new season. Go along to the theatre to find out what they've got planned & how you can get involved! edwardalderton.org

The consultation being held by the Council's own development company @BexleyCoHomes for 71 homes in Belvedere Road, Bexleyheath closes tomorrow. Details of how you can submit comments to their consultation can be found at www.bexleycohomes.co.uk/developments...

Following last night's vote on the Crime and Policing Bill amendments on abortion law, please see my statement below.