What we see online doesn’t stay online. Violent pornography is putting young people in danger - that’s why we’re banning it. @womensaid.bsky.social @evawuk.bsky.social @whiteribbonuk.bsky.social @mollyroseorg.bsky.social #ukpolitics #uklabour #onlinesafety #violenceagainstwomen #choking #psa

This Labour Government is delivering a generational renewal nationwide to fix UK military housing, including 393 homes in the North East. I am proud of this Government's commitment to one of Britain's most ambitious housebuilding programmes in decades, and for supporting our Armed Forces families.

Today I attended a roundtable discussion on Holistic Justice for Sexual Violence Victims in Russia’s Aggression. I believe the UK must be active in ensuring justice and support for Ukrainian survivors of conflict-related sexual violence. I will continue to engage in meaningful debate on this issue.

To support Black Maternal Mental Health, I joined the Motherhood group, in partnership with the Maternal Mental Health Alliance and the Centre for Mental Health to call for urgent action on perinatal mental health. 🧵: (1/2)

I was proud to join Parliamentarians and victims yesterday morning for the launch of the DES justice campaign. DES, an anti-miscarriage drug widely prescribed on the NHS from the 1940s to the 1980s, has caused irreparable and intergenerational damage. (1/4)

Taking preventative measures this Fireworks Season can reduce the likelihood of noise fears developing. Thanks to @dogstrust.bsky.social for these useful graphics on how to ensure pets can stay safe and settled during Fireworks.

The Tories seem to have decided to have a day off for the Hillsborough Law second reading.

The online baying mob shouting "Vote Reform" after Saturday's train stabbing attack may wish to note that not a single Reform MP has turned up for the Home Secretary's statement on the incident.

Am pleased Farage is making more speeches. Every time he does, something new slips out of the bag. Today - he is considering a cut in the minimum wage for younger workers. I'm proud our Labour Government increased the minimum wage. You should be paid fairly for the job you do, irrespective of age.

Today I joined fellow MPs in handing in a petition to No. 10 Downing Street.. Signed by over 67,000 people, it calls on the govt to raise taxes particularly on online gambling companies and ringfence the £3 billion raised to lift half a million children out of poverty 🚸

I supported Becky and Alex's campaign - gambling giants should be sharing the burden to relieve child poverty.

At the Hillsborough Law debate this evening I intervened on the Prime Minister, to ask him to confirm in this House today that the law will be delivered in full and without any watering down. Watch his response here.

Today I was privileged to speak in The Hillsborough Law debate. My constituent & friend Mark Corrigan was in attendance today to see the Bill laid. His brother Keith McGrath was unlawfully killed at Hillsborough. His parents Mary & Joe fought for truth, justice & accountability. #JFT97 #YNWA

Today marks a deeply significant step forward as Parliament debates the Hillsborough Law, with the families who have fought so hard for justice watching on. I’m so proud to have helped take this forward as Minister for Victims & Violence Against Women & Girls.

Here's a round-up of my week in Parliament. 🌹

We're putting British businesses first - supporting UK industry by slashing energy bills as part of our Industrial Strategy. 🌹

Last week, we officially launched Tokamak Energy K.K. in Tokyo, and this week, we were delighted to welcome UK Trade Envoy to Japan, @sharonhodgsonmp.bsky.social, to our Oxfordshire HQ to see first-hand the #fusion energy and #superconducting technology we're developing.

Junk food harms kids. @jamieoliveroffical.bsky.social and I are taking a stand and backing his #AdEnough campaign by banning junk food adverts on Tyne and Wear Metro 🚇 We want to help young people make healthy choices- they don’t need to see a load of ads for unhealthy food. Enough is enough.

I was proud to sponsor an event in Parliament yesterday with the fantastic organisation: Words Matter. It was heart warming to see Parliamentarians hear from young people with lived experience of verbal abuse by adults on why this issue is so important. 🧵: (1/2)

Fantastic event hosted by Breast Cancer Now in Parliament this morning in light of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Everyone diagnosed with breast cancer deserves to live and be supported properly. Breast Cancer Now’s work to make this reality by 2050 is admirable. 🧵: (1/2)

It was fantastic to be invited to the NHS Chef of the Year 2025 Grand Final last week in York, where I was able to meet some of our NHS' top chefs and taste their amazing entries. It was an honour to announce the well deserved winning pair Nedko and Joe from Guy's and St Thomas' and Stockport trusts

Here's a round-up of my week in Parliament. 🌹

Happy British Beauty Week! The theme for this year’s event focuses on the future of beauty and how the next generation of talent will shape the sector. 🧵: (1/2)

Was great to catch up with Andrew and Maleek from SMMT yesterday and hear about the challenges facing the UK automotive industry as well as the opportunities. 🧵: (1/2)

It was great to hold a meeting of the Ticket Abuse APPG today alongside representatives of the music, sports and theatre industries as well as venues and ticketing companies. We want to work with the Government to fulfil its commitment to finally putting fans first. 🎟️

I am pleased to have the support of colleagues across the House, including our brilliant Health Secretary, recognising my work on Baby Loss Certificates, and for sharing my personal story and inspiring others to do the same.

It was heartening to attend a Fundraiser on behalf of the fantastic organisation ‘4 Louis’ on Saturday. I was honoured to speak about the remarkable support 4 Louis provides to families through miscarriage, still birth and child loss. 🧵: (1/2)

It is an honour to announce that President Pons of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly has appointed me as Chair of the Parliamentary Support Team for Ukraine, to make sure that Ukraine is kept at the forefront of discussions, fully supported, and that international law is being upheld.

Here's a roundup of my week in Parliament 🌹

I agree a lovely event and sorry we didn't get to meet in person. As the CEO of @make2ndscount.bsky.social we really valued @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social name-checking our charity's importance in giving hope to anyone affected by secondary breast cancer ❤️

CCDH’s research on the antisemitic abuse on X after the Heaton Park Synagogue attack was raised by UK Parliamentarians @patrickhurley.bsky.social & @baronesskeeley.bsky.social. Platforms like X have legal duties under the Online Safety Act to enforce their rules & remove illegal content.

Thank you @lynbrownmp for tabling this important #WorldFoodDay debate.  Starvation is being used as a weapon of war. Children are innocent victims of this outrage & suffer terribly.  Malnutrition is the biggest killer of under 5s.  International Humanitarian Law must be upheld.

I know too well how heart-breaking losing a baby is for all families who go through it. To mark Baby Loss Awareness Week, I spoke in the House of Commons about the story of my daughter Lucy, and my personal experience of baby loss. View my full speech here: www.sharonhodgson.org/baby_loss_de...

I was proud to attend Estée Lauder’s ‘30 year’s of Breast Cancer’s’ Campaign in a moving Parliamentary reception on Tuesday. 🧵: (1/3)

I was proud to commend the Prime Minister on his strong stance in his speech to Labour Conference a couple of weeks ago and highlight why a particular party opposite does not deserve the chance to govern at Prime Minister’s Questions today 👇🏼

The Online Safety Act in action. To all platforms: If you don’t remove illegal content or protect children from harmful material, you’ll get fined! @ofcom.bsky.social #onlinesafety #4chan #ukpolitics #uklabour #miltonkeynes

Being a parent is full of joyful firsts, but some stages can feel daunting. Best Start in Life brings together information, trusted advice and guidance on everything from pregnancy, early education and childcare, right through to starting school. 🧵: (1/2)

cw baby loss Just left the House after a late running debate on baby loss. Just want to let other people who have suffered a loss know that they have champions in Parliament.

👨🏻‍🎓 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐍 🧱 Who says a Labour government doesn’t make a difference? Coming soon: a £14 million rebuild for Denton’s Russell Scott Primary School. #ProudMP #ProudExPupil #RenewBritain

This Dyslexia Awareness Week, I’m proud to add my voice in support of young people with dyslexia. The British Dyslexia Association, Jamie Oliver and Spotify have launched the UK’s first-ever voice petition — because not everyone communicates in the same way. Add your voice: shorturl.at/rCfvZ%20

At Labour Conference, the Social Market Foundation hosted a great event of Matt Forde in conversation with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves. It was brilliant to hear Rachel's Party Conference traditions and some of her day-to-day routine as she gears up to deliver the Autumn Budget.

Today I visited Barmston Primary's new school-based nursery, one of 300 created or expanded by this Labour Government. It was amazing to see children in such a nurturing educational environment, on school grounds, and the impact that this can have in making working parents' lives easier.

CAMRA have launched the second year of Gateshead pub month this October. Pubs traditionally struggle during the autumn and this is a great way to support local businesses in Gateshead, with 19 venues participating. Find out more here: tynland.camra.org.uk/gateshead-pu...

I’ve always been a campaigner, and that won’t change as your Deputy Leader. I love getting out across our regions and nations. As your Deputy Leader, I’ll be by your side, making members proud of our government and proud to knock on doors.