Such a pleasure to visit Bramble Infants and Nursery School today to speak at assembly, answer the children’s questions and hear about their school council elections!

Today, to revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis, and a two state solution, the United Kingdom formally recognises the State of Palestine.

Labour is giving local communities beefed up powers to block vape shops, bookmakers and fake barbers that are ruining high streets👇🏻 www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...

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Great to spend time with the surgical team at QA Hospital to see their ground-breaking work and use of technology to provide Portsmouth patients with better and quicker care. I saw firsthand a gallbladder removal using the Da Vinci surgical system.

Pleasure to welcome students from St Edmund's Catholic School Portsmouth to the constituency office today to hear their ideas and views and project work to create a fairer and more equal country

Portsmouth is a proud sporting city, but too many women and girls here still face barriers to getting involved in physical activity. Great to bring Portsmouth’s leading women in sport and physical activity together to discuss how we can break down those barriers to access and opportunity.

Great to spend time with the surgical team at QA Hospital to see their ground-breaking work and use of technology to provide Portsmouth patients with better and quicker care👇🏻 www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/better-nhs-care-for-patients/

✅ Day One rights ✅ Strengthening sick pay ✅ Banning Fire & Rehire and exploitative zero-hours contracts I'm proud to have voted for the biggest upgrade to rights at work in a generation.

Patients in Portsmouth are benefitting from access to quicker care with Labour, with over 23,000 extra local appointments delivered in just one year👇🏻 www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/23000-extra-appointments/

Last night I voted for the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation. Today, this Labour government is one step closer to delivering it👇🏻

⬆️ 5 MILLION MORE NHS APPOINTMENTS ⬆️ That’s more people being seen sooner for cancer checks, routine scans, and vital treatment. Our Plan for Change is making a real difference.

Celebrating Fratton Together in The Bridge Centre today was lots of fun. Good to see a range of local organisations and traders present. With the government rolling out free breakfast clubs in every primary school, thanks to all who came to my stall for children to design their ideal breakfast!

After to listening to concerns from constituents, and seeing the impact it’s having on local people, I’ve written to South Western Railway regarding the lack of bike ramps on the refurbished Fratton Station bridge👇🏻

The cadet experience offers young people so many opportunities, helps them learn new skills and builds their confidence. I'm pleased this new campaign from Labour will see more Portsmouth young people benefit👇🏻 www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/30-by-30-campaign

Some news 👇🏻

Was a pleasure to be in Paris this week to attend the UNESCO Digital Learning Week ministerial roundtable and learn more about France’s early years system. Together, we have a common goal to ensure all children can achieve and thrive in our two countries 🇬🇧🇫🇷

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Earlier this week, I met the incredible children and staff at a Maison des Assistantes Maternelles (MAM) in Paris. I saw at first-hand how countries like France have found innovative ways to bring childminders together to ensure every child gets the best start in life.

Delighted the Labour Government has chosen Portsmouth as one of the areas delivering Connect to Work. This will help over 3000 local people with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, into good, secure jobs👇🏻 www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/investment-f...

This September, we're launching The Big September Switch 🔄 – calling on career changers to explore rewarding roles in early years. Our new guide has tips to help you switch and discover more about the sector and the impact you can make👇🏻 earlyyearscareers.campaign.gov.uk/the-big-sept...

Labour's landmark expansion of 30 hours of government funded childcare is a game-changer for working families. A promise made, a promise delivered👇🏻

A historic week for our country as we deliver the best start in life for every child: ✅ Hundreds of thousands of families can now access 30 hours of government-funded childcare ✅ Thousands of new school-based nursery places opening this month with more to come👇🏻

This Labour government is giving every child the best start in life through our Plan for Change. From today, 300 new or expanded nurseries are opening on school grounds across the country👇🏻 www.gov.uk/government/news/government-delivers-thousands-more-school-based-nursery-places

Today we launch the next phase of our manifesto commitment in delivering 3,000 school-based nurseries. Every child should have access to affordable and high-quality childcare. Thank you to Cinnamon Brow CoE Primary School and their incoming children and families for inviting me to your setting.

It was brilliant to attend UNESCO’s ministerial roundtable focusing on AI and the futures of education. It’s through international cooperation, shared expectations and joint action, that we will ensure AI in education is truly effective, safe, ethical and inclusive for all users.

From today, life gets easier for hundreds of thousands of working families - as they start to access 30 hours government-funded childcare. Good to talk on the media round this morning on the promise made and promise delivered for parents.

Every day at school counts. The evidence is clear - even a few days of missed school can have a significant impact on a child's education and future prospects👇🏻 educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2025/08/why-...

Here's my casework roundup for 2025 so far. With the help of my small team, l've: 💼 Closed 6,488 cases helping hundreds of local people 📨 Acted on over 12,133 enquiries from constituents 📊 Taken forward enquiries on a range of issues with housing the top concern

It was good to visit The Society of St James team at their Community Care Rehab to hear about the ongoing work they are doing within the city to support people who are experiencing homelessness and those in recovery.

Working families could save over £800 a year as Labour invests £600 million into clubs through the holidays👇🏻 www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/parents-in-p...

Cancer is relentless. But so are Cancer Research UK. Whether you fundraise, pledge to leave a gift in your will or donate, every part supports life-saving research. Was a pleasure to be invited in to meet staff and volunteers at the Commercial Road store.

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I’m pleased to announce we are investing over £600 million in the Holiday Activities and Food Programme for the next 3 years, supporting children with fun activities and nutritious meals every school holiday: ✨ Engaging hobbies for children ✨ Healthy meals ✨ Support for parents during the holidays

We are delivering our promise to parents with 30 hours of government funded childcare from 1 September. By working with brilliant early years providers and councils we will deliver the best start in life for every child. Good to join BBC Breakfast on the sofa today to discuss about our plans.

Parents: the countdown is on ⏰ There’s just 3 days left to sign up for children as young as 9 months to receive 30 hours funded childcare through our Plan for Change. That means: 💸More savings 🍼More support 💼 More choices Check your eligibility at childcarechoices.gov.uk

Visiting the beautiful Little Buttons Nursery in Churwell was a delight - the children were happy, the staff were dedicated and the parents were well supported. The early years sector is a rich tapestry of provider types delivering the best start in life for every child.

The construction sector is on the frontline in our mission to grow the economy. Through our Plan for Change we are determined to break the link between background and success, so that more young people in Portsmouth can get on in well paid careers👇🏻

Good to have my regular catch up with the District Commander to discuss local policing priorities and issues in my postbag including antisocial behaviour, shoplifting and recent incidents in our city. It’s been helpful to see firsthand the work of our local force on the frontline in recent weeks.

Good to see the partnership between @SpursOfficial and @SpursFoundation, with the support of the government funded Holiday Activities and Food Programme. This is exactly the type of grassroot initiative we are committed to supporting through our Plan for Change.

Too many veterans are left to fight for the support they need; mentally, physically, financially. This isn’t just their fight – it’s ours, too. Good to meet with Help For Heroes who provide life changing support that rebuilds lives - as they promote their work to the public in Gunwharf.

That’s another home-grown Victorious Festival done. What a weekend! Thank you to all those who kept festival goers safe whilst enjoying the music and having fun in the Southsea sun! ☀️

Portsmouth stands with Ukraine today, and always. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦

Inspired by Holly's journey as an early years apprentice! 🌟 We need more passionate people like Holly to give every child the best start in life. Your career in early years could change lives - starting with your own. Watch Holly's story: youtu.be/q36RXKCcqU4

As thousands attend Victorious it was helpful to have a behind the scenes tour to see how the dedicated and experienced team of local organisers are keeping festival goers and staff safe. Thank you to the security, police, council and welfare teams for all your efforts. Have fun everyone!

This week Amanda Martin and I brought together local families to share their views on reform of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system. If you couldn’t make it, you can still share your views with me here👇🏻 www.stephenmorgan.org.uk/send-survey/

Pleased to be out with Portsmouth police for a night shift to see their work up close. I will keep working with our local police force to crack down on anti-social behaviour and crime, take back our streets and make people in Portsmouth feel safe.

Finally….! Let’s hope this happens this time after over 20 years of inaction. It’s time to put the heart back into our city centre👇🏻 www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/politic...

I want to congratulate all young people getting their results today. I was delighted to be at The Portsmouth Academy this morning to speak with young people, parents and teachers, and congratulate them on what they’ve achieved.

How Labour is supporting working families👇🏻