Renters: your rights are changing today 🚨 I explain which parts of the Renters’ Rights Act are now in force 👇 #RentersRights #Housing #RentersReform

Yesterday’s horrific attack on the Jewish community is a reminder of the very real threat hatred poses to people across our country. We must stand firm in protecting all ethnic minorities.

A Labour MP is to push for a cap on domestic political donations Last month, the government announced a £100k cap on political donations by individuals based overseas However, @alexsobel.co.uk plans to amend the Representation of the People Bill in the hope that ministers will agree to go further

Cross-party MPs and peers are calling on the Gov to bring forward laws to end UK imports linked to illegal deforestation. The public backs stronger protections. The case is clear. Now we need delivery. 🌍🌳 #Deforestation #ClimateAction #EnvironmentAct #EthicalSupplyChains

On 26 April, we mark 40 years since the Chornobyl disaster, a tragedy caused by systemic negligence and a disregard for human life. The lessons are stark. The weaponisation of nuclear sites in wartime is unacceptable and must never be normalised.

Medical data of half a million UK nationals has reportedly been listed for sale on a Chinese website. This highlights a serious weakness in our data protection regime. Sensitive UK data is still being transferred to jurisdictions that lack basic legal protections or enforceable rights.

The Renters’ Rights Act is set to transform renting for years to come. Learn about your new rights by joining one of Generation Rent UK’s Renters’ Rights Awareness Week webinars below: www.generationrent.org/renters-righ...

Ticket touts have been ripping off gig goers for too long. The Government is bringing in new laws to end resale abuse. #LS6 #LiveMusic #GrassrootsMusic

Great to visit The Vinyl Whistle for Record Store Day this weekend! #RSD26 #LS6

Honour‑based abuse is rarely committed by just one perpetrator, it is often families or networks. I raised this in Parliament to make sure the law reflects reality. #EndHonourBasedAbuse #CrimeAndPolicingBill

Rejoining Erasmus+ from 2027 will restore opportunities for young people to study, work, and build connections across Europe. Leaving the programme was a major setback, which is why I called for the UK to remain within it in Parliament back in 2019. #Erasmus #StudyAbroad #EU

Today marks 24 years since the imprisonment of Marwan Barghouti, Palestine’s most prominent political prisoner. Last month, I chaired the “Free Marwan, Free Palestine” event in Parliament, calling for his release.

⚠️Today is the LAST DAY to complete the student loans survey! So many of you have told me that your student loan repayments make saving for big milestones, such as buying a house, saving for retirement, or starting a family, impossible.

When you see it, call it out. There are now new protections for whistleblowers who call out sexual harassment at work.

New rights to bereavement leave are now in place, with 52 weeks leave for fathers and partners. Giving time to grieve when it’s needed.

In 2018 Drax promised “significant progress” on BECCS by 2023. It never happened. Now they’re shelving it while burning wood from US deforestation without capturing the carbon. Time to end the subsidy deal and shut down the UK’s biggest emitter. https://loom.ly/UsetJvs

Disturbing reports of 20k+ students on weekend courses being told to immediately repay maintenance loans and childcare grants they received in good faith. This is not students’ fault. If any of my constituents have been affected, please contact me [email protected] www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Ukrainian and UK politicians both say that this story shows how foreign influence can flow through UK think tanks Labour’s @alexsobel.co.uk said: “Fake think tanks utilising names and locations which lend credibility to these astroturf operations can be used with impunity. This must be tackled.”

From September 2026 to August 2027, interest on Plan 2 and Plan 3 student loans will be capped at 6% to stop debts rising too fast if inflation spikes, protecting students and graduates during economic uncertainty.

Today on Trans Day of Visibility, I’m standing with my trans constituents who are anxious about the pausing of the clinical trial into puberty blockers. Everybody deserves access to safe healthcare. We must listen to trans young people and reinstate the trial. #TransRightsAreHumanRights #LGBTQ+

"a pro-PR campaign is building within the Parliamentary Labour Party. Each MP involved is convinced that it won’t be long until something has to give." ✍️ @meganekenyon.bsky.social @newstatesman1913.bsky.social #Labour4PR #ElectoralReform #Democracy #Westminster www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...

Do you feel you are paying too much in student loan repayments? Fill in the survey before 14 April. #StudentLoans #Graduates

📣 DON'T MISS THIS 📣 Next week, we're hosting a special online meeting with @alexsobel.co.uk, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group @appgfairelections.bsky.social. The case for a fairer voting system is stronger than ever. How do we win it? Sign up to discuss: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

I'm delighted that the Government is progressing the cap on political donations that I have long pushed for. We must also ensure we learn from international best practice around foreign online interference to make our democracy as safe as it can be. #FairElections #PoliticalDonations #Leeds

I was deeply saddened to hear of the tragic death of Owen Ford following the incident near the University earlier this month. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who are grieving this heartbreaking loss.

Pleased to welcome the Government's announcement of a new Co‑operative Development Unit to social enterprise and co-ops. I’m also urging the Government to ensure this support is delivered regionally, so co‑ops receive the advice, planning and mentoring they need to thrive. #Coops #SocialEnterprise

Great to meet with Enfinium, a major UK energy‑from‑waste operator, to discuss their role in reducing landfill, supporting skilled jobs and contributing to the UK’s Net Zero transition. #NetZero #GreenEnergy

As Navaratri begins, I send my warmest wishes to Hindu communities celebrating in Leeds and beyond. May this special time of faith and celebration bring joy to all those marking the festival. #HappyNavaratri #Navaratri #Leeds

Last month I travelled to Ukraine to attend the Yalta European Strategy conference for the 4th anniversary of Russia’s brutal full‑scale invasion.

Great to meet Kirsty from the Sewage Campaign Network, a coalition of grassroots groups leading the fight against sewage pollution and driving the huge public push for cleaner, safer water. They're calling for cleaner, cheaper, fairer water in public ownership. #PublicOwnership #ProtectOurRivers

Powerful night at Trans Mission in solidarity with the trans community. Joy with @samanthaniblett.bsky.social, @alexsobel.co.uk, @richardquigley.bsky.social and others. When thousands come together, it sends a message - trans rights are human rights!

We must work to break reliance on Russian oil in order to build a cleaner, safer future. ⚡🌍 Full clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp68BtFgOY8 #EnergySecurity #Renewables #Ukraine

We should support students who come here in good faith to learn and contribute, not shut the door on them because their home countries fall into conflict. Full clip: https://youtu.be/BJY5qUnbwVE #RefugeesWelcome #InternationalStudents

As always, my team and I have had an incredibly busy month supporting the people of Leeds Central and Headingley throughout February. If you need assistance please don't hesitate to get in touch at [email protected] or 0113 898 0969.

Today I had the privilege of meeting Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. We discussed urgent human rights concerns across the Middle East, particularly in Palestine and Iran as well as ongoing crises in Sudan, Ukraine, Kashmir, Western Sahara, Tigray, Haiti, and West Papua.

There have been numerous episodes of ecocide in Ukraine carried out by Russia. It is clear to me that, within the framework of the International Criminal Court, ecocide should be added to the existing classifications of crimes. bylinetimes.com/2026/03/03/u...

I proudly support the Stop Rosebank pledge and call for a properly funded just transition for oil and gas workers and communities. www.independent.co.uk/news/busines...

I am immensely disappointed that the Government has today scrapped permanent refugee status. Refugees will now face reviews every 30 months and be forced to return if their country is deemed 'safe'. We know that countries listed as 'safe' aren't safe for everybody, particularly LGBTQ+ refugees.

British nationals in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar and UAE can register their presence to receive direct updates from the FCDO on the situation in the Middle East.

93 MPs have signed the #RepairReuseDeclaration 🎉⁠ Our latest support comes from Brian Leishman, Martin Rhodes, @ruthjoneslabour.bsky.social @alexsobel.co.uk @jessasatomp.bsky.social @chriscoghlanmp.bsky.social @mp4stratford.bsky.social and @joshuareynoldssl6.bsky.social 🔧

Great to visit the Witness whilst she was docked in London! The Witness is the newest and greenest vessel in the Greenpeace fleet, with solar panels and wind turbines, and she has travelled all over the world working on their campaigns, from Argentina to the Arctic. #Greenpeace #Climate

People on the plan 2 student loan are being outrageously scammed with unattainable debt levels and interest rates on their student loans. Labour have committed to looking at ways to make the system fairer. I will continue to push for this in my role as Co-Chair of the Students group in Parliament.

Today is 1,462 days since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Twelve years since Russia’s invasion of Crimea, which many would say was when the war truly began. Years of Ukrainian endurance and resilience, defending Europe’s frontier.

The UN Tax Convention is a crucial opportunity for the UK to raise billions in revenue, and reinstate its role and responsibility as a global leader in tackling international tax abuse. #MakePollutersPay

This marks a major step forward for workers’ rights. Unions can now spend more time fighting for better jobs, better pay, and better conditions - after most of the Tories’ Trade Union Act is repealed. 📝❌🌹✊

"If we don’t resist, act and legislate now, how can we ever expect to live in a legitimate democracy?” @alexsobel.co.uk

The era of two-party politics is over. Under First Past the Post, this means: ❌ MPs most constituents didn't vote for ❌ Single-party governments that most of the country never wanted @appgfairelections.bsky.social Chair @alexsobel.co.uk is right: this is not a way to run a democracy.

I was truly honoured to receive the @coopparty.party.coop Parliamentary Ally award. Equality and dignity should never be optional extras, they are fundamental rights.

It's a very important time of year for many communities in Leeds. Ramadan Mubarak and a happy Lunar New Year to all those who observe.

Leeds has the highest neonatal mortality rate in the UK, 70% higher than the average rate for comparable NHS trusts. This is not an issue for individual maternity units. This should be taken on by the chief executive and those at the highest level in teaching hospitals. #BabyLoss