Today, the Labour Party paused to remember all those who have died in service of our country, and expresses 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.

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

On Wednesday I took part in the 2025 #IPTPoppyRide, cycling 3.79km in five minutes to support the Royal British Legion and PoppyScotland, a fantastic event organised by the Industry and Parliament Trust. 🚴

In just 6 months, Scotland chooses its future. Another decade of SNP failure or real change with Scottish Labour. Let’s rebuild our NHS, support our schools, and bring back hope to communities across West Lothian. It’s time for a new direction.🌹

Where has the money gone Pete? With an extra £5.2billion in investment, the SNP Scottish Government need to explain why Scotland's NHS and public services are in crisis.

More than 3,000 military homes across Scotland are set to be upgraded as part of the UK Government’s new Defence Housing Strategy, the biggest investment in Armed Forces housing in over 50 years.

£1 billion underspent by the SNP last year. That’s money that could’ve funded East Calder Medical Centre, boosted St. John’s Hospital and supported West Lothian schools and public services. Where’s the money gone, John? The Livingston constituency deserves better with Labour.

Since being elected last year, I’ve been contacted by thousands of constituents, whether about personal casework, local issues, or national campaigns. It’s always rewarding to see where my team and I have been able to make a real difference for people across the Livingston constituency.

Out in West Wemyss this afternoon in the beautiful Kingdom of Fife with Richard Baker MP and Claire Baker MSP, supporting our brilliant Scottish Labour candidate Donna Donnelly ahead of next Thursday’s by-election.

The UK Labour Government has provided the largest funding settlement for Scottish public services in the history of devolution. But much of this has been wasted and now we find £1bn remains unspent. Where’s the money gone John? www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

Out today in Stirling East with Stirling and Strathallan Labour MP Chris Kane and Scottish Parliament candidate Kainde Manji, speaking to residents ahead of next Thursday’s by-election (30th October).

⏰ Time is running out! I've extended my Late Payments Survey which will close on Friday now, don’t miss your chance to have your say. 🔗 www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZDZKM8S?fb...

Business owners across the Livingston constituency and West Lothian tell me time and again that excessive bureaucracy holds them back. That’s why I’m delighted to see this UK Labour Government taking real action to cut red tape and help local firms grow. www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-n...

💛 Become a Marie Curie Companion in West Lothian Just a few hours a week can make a world of difference to someone living with a terminal illness.

Wishing a very Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to all those celebrating! This is a special time to celebrate the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.

The SNP say they’re stronger for Scotland, but they’re really stronger for Portugal. They’re shipping in £2m of granite from 1,500 miles away to revamp George Square, while world-class Scottish stone sits 15 miles down the road. Another SNP own goal.

You shouldn’t have to leave your hometown just to find a decent job. That’s why this Labour Government is doubling down on clean energy: to create 400,000 jobs in every town, city, region and nation of this country.

I’m always grateful when local residents take the time to share feedback like this 📨 Since being elected, I’ve helped thousands of constituents across Livingston with issues big and small, from boundary fences to benefit delays, housing problems to local services.

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and this Labour Government is determined to help them grow. Great to join SPARK for a networking night with Frank O’Donnell, meeting local business owners and offering my support as MP. 📩 [email protected]

Every child deserves the best start in life. 🎒 Since being elected, I’ve worked with families across Livingston constituency to ensure every young person has the same chance to learn & thrive. If I can help, get in touch: 📩 [email protected]

Wages rising, mortgage rates falling, and local opportunities growing. That’s what Labour is delivering for the Livingston constituency and West Lothian. The change you voted for has begun, but this is just the start🌹.

Scotland is at the heart of the UK Government’s mission for national renewal. Great to speak with @scotsman.com about being at today’s global investment summit in Edinburgh and how Labour is working to bring good jobs and new investment to Scotland.

Today, we remember all those killed in the horrific Hamas terrorist attacks of October 7. We stand firmly with the Jewish community against hate, continue to demand the safe return of all hostages and to work for a just and lasting peace.

🚲 #WestLothian #BikeMap now at printer 🤩 Sneak preview here at WL #BikeLibrary @edi.bike @trustlinlithgow.bsky.social @kittysull1.bsky.social @gregorpoynton.bsky.social @cameronglasgow.scot @mininglandscapes.bsky.social @edfoc.bsky.social @drmoiras.bsky.social @sw20.info @keithirving.bsky.social

Marie Curie is campaigning for better end of life care and support for all 💛 Thanks @gregorpoynton.bsky.social for visiting and chatting with Marie Curie at #LabourConference

📱 Classrooms should be safe places to learn. But under the SNP, disruption, bullying & violence are rising. Phones fuel distraction & anxiety. Today Scottish Labour is forcing a vote for a national ban in classroom so every child gets a safe, focused start in life.

I’ve written to the FM on the SNP’s belated U-turn on Scotland’s defence sector. Every month of delay has cost jobs, contracts, and industrial capacity. Now we need clarity and certainty so Scottish firms can benefit. Read more in today’s @thetimes.com www.thetimes.com/article/59a0...

The UK doesn’t have a capital problem it has an investable projects problem. The new Strategic Investment Opportunities Unit could change that, but only if it cuts red tape, sells our strengths & delivers for every part of the UK. Me in Scottish Business Insider: www.insider.co.uk/news/britain...

France is moving fast on tech with bold reforms and serious investment. The UK can’t afford to drift. In my piece for CityAM I set out how we can protect our edge in innovation and keep Britain ahead. www.cityam.com/dont-let-fra...

Out at West Lothian Producers Market today picking up sausage rolls, butter, plums, cakes & a few magic gifts ⚡📚 Brilliant local produce from right across Livingston & West Lothian on the last Sunday every month at West Lothian College 🛍️

It’s vital that victims & the public see justice being done. I spoke to @ecourea.bsky.social about this Government’s commitment to restore confidence in our criminal justice system, the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme & Reform’s weakness on law & order ⬇️ www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Scotland is heading into an election and yesterday’s by-election told the story. Labour’s vote doubled while the SNP’s collapsed. Across the country, people are turning to Scottish Labour for the new direction Scotland needs.

Almost 5 years on from Angela Constance’s promise of “further & faster” action, East Calder is still waiting. Now she talks about “new funding models” – but with no detail, no clarity & no plan. Our community needs funding & delivery, not excuses. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/community/li...

84,000 young Scots left behind under the SNP. Apprenticeships cut. Talent wasted. Opportunities denied. Scottish Labour will make apprenticeships a national mission – creating the chances the SNP never delivered. More in my Daily Record article: www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

The SNP’s ban on defence investment is costing Scotland jobs and skills. They blocked a project that could have made Scotland a global hub for fabrication, vital for securing shipping lanes and aid. This isn’t serious govt, it’s student union politics. www.thetimes.com/article/9b74...

My piece for The Telegraph about online safety Read the full story here: www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...

Nigel Farage says the Lords should go, but now he’s asking for seats in it. I suspect it’s not for the good of the country… but for the chance to park himself on a red bench one day. www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

🌹 "Robin Cook was not just a political figure; he was a titan." @gregorpoynton.bsky.social reflects on the legacy of Robin Cook 20 years on from his death

🆔It’s time for a proper digital ID system. Outdated systems are holding us back and the truth is, without a secure digital identity, we can’t fix our broken immigration system, protect public services, or properly enforce the rules. www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

Over the last 6 months as a Labour Business Champion, I’ve heard one message loud and clear: business is ready to lead on growth – but it needs government to step up, create the conditions, and give confidence to invest. Full post on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Kids making content online are doing commercial work, but our laws haven’t caught up. On ITV News I called for action to protect kidfluencers' earnings, privacy and wellbeing. We shouldn't wait until something goes badly wrong to step in. Read: www.itv.com/news/2025-08...

✈️ "Now is the time to face down the blockers, go further for growth, and deliver national prosperity for working people." @gregorpoynton.bsky.social on how Labour is unlocking Heathrow's potential and building a runway to growth labourlist.org/2025/07/heat...

✈️ Labour is backing the builders – not the blockers. In @labourlist.bsky.social today, I set out why expanding Heathrow is part of delivering the growth and investment our country needs – and how it will support jobs, exports and businesses across the UK: labourlist.org/2025/07/heat...

It’s #IndependentTradersDay and there’s no better place to mark it than Dewar’s Family Butchers in West Calder which I visited this morning. Support local. Shop independent. Back our brilliant small businesses this weekend.

Today is Armed Forces Day. A time to say thank you to the service personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets, and military families who give so much to our country. #ArmedForcesDay

📢 Just launched! Robin Cook Internship. A paid summer placement for S5/S6 pupils in Livingston constituency. 🌍 Work in Craigshill & Westminster 💼 Real Living Wage 📝 Apply: CV + essay “Livingston’s Place in the World” 📧 [email protected] Please share!

Here’s a roundup of 10 things I’ve been working on in the Livingston constituency since the beginning of spring ☀️🌷 (1/11)

The SNP Scottish Government’s opposition to new nuclear power is sidelining Scotland from billions of pounds of investment and thousands of high-skilled jobs. Scotland needs a new direction. www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

This story is incredibly concerning. The big tech firms must take responsibility for purging this type of content from their platforms: bsky.app/profile/holy...

The SNP are siding with the Tories and Reform to oppose Labour’s EU reset - while backing rejoining the Common Fisheries Policy. Tired, divided, out of ideas. Scotland deserves better. @scotsman.com covered my question to the PM during yesterday's statement: www.scotsman.com/news/politic...