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Member of Parliament for Bristol West. Shadow Leader of the House of Commons. Casework to: thangam.debbonaire.mp@parliament.uk

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    May 13

    Today was my first opportunity to challenge the government as Shadow Leader of the House of Commons. The government controls most of the parliamentary timetable, so weekly Business Questions are an opportunity to scrutinise these decisions closely (THREAD).

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    8 hours ago

    That at least 20,000 people who may have been infected with a virulent strain of entered the country whilst the Prime Minister dithered and delayed about adding India to the red list leaves him with serious questions to answer. Me in 👇

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    14 hours ago

    Well said our future economy depends on young people having the opportunity to learn a trade and gain new skills now. Labour's 'Jobs Promise' and apprenticeships wage subsidy would create the opportunities young people need and boost our economy post-pandemic.

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    It's so important to skill our young people for the future of work. But apprenticeships are falling, not rising. If we want Britain to be a global leader in industries like manufacturing, our young people need the skills to get on, and the dignity & security of a well paid job.
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  4. 16 hours ago

    I'm honoured to be part of a panel discussion tomorrow at (details below) - how we we shape a Progressive Britain? Do join!

    Progressive Britain Conference 2021 - programme schedule
    24 hours to go until - see below for our fantastic sessions and speakers. An action-packed day of discussion and debate about how we shape Progressive Britain 👇👇👇🌹🌹🌹 Want to join the conversation? Get your ticket for £5:
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    May 14

    Last year 44% of rape victims gave up hope of justice and walked away before reaching court. The only people who benefit from this government’s handling of our justice system are the criminals who increasingly walk free.

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  6. May 14

    Wes you are a superstar MP and much loved by constituents and colleagues who I know will all be there to support you in whatever way you need. Much love x

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    I want to share some personal news. From the end of next week, I’m going to be away from work for a little while as I’m about to undergo treatment for kidney cancer in the safe hands of the NHS. Personal statement:
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  7. Retweeted
    May 13

    A welcome development to see this gov taking forward our plans on proposed in our new deal for

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    May 12

    I believe the recovery from the pandemic represents a crucial moment for Britain. We must match the scale of this moment with an ambitious, bold plan for good jobs and a green economy.

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    May 13

    Angela Eagle says David Cameron's messages were "more like stalking than lobbying" and asks if he is "embarrassed" by his behaviour. The former PM says there are "lessons to learn" and in future a single formal email or letter "would be appropriate."

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  10. May 13

    Yes, more passengers than of late but people wearing masks and social distancing where possible and staff helpful. Thanks for taking a positive approach to these necessary safety checks

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  11. May 13

    I was dreading the journey from Paddington to Bristol today because of the train safety checks (the right thing to do of course) but in fact service from been really good. Hourly trains with plenty of carriages and up to date information. Keep checking website for info.

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  12. May 13

    It's great to see the level of Labour support in West of England. Jacob congratulated Dan Norris but he must know he is on notice for his own seat after that result.

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  13. May 13

    I used some of my time opposite Jacob Rees Mogg this morning to invite him to congratulate Labour's , his predecessor MP, who the people N Somerset voted for in such large numbers recently.

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  14. May 13

    What's the best pub in Bristol? There are so many great places for a drink in our city. Sadly, many are now on the edge. If you work in a pub or just like going to pubs, please respond to this cross-parliamentary inquiry on the support they need:

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  15. May 13

    Hospitality, entertainment, and the creative industries have suffered so much due to the pandemic. The government should support all viable businesses to reopen and grow. Instead, the Chancellor himself said that he can’t protect every business.

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  16. May 13

    You can watch the government’s answers here:

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  17. May 13

    I closed the session demanding real accountability in the public Covid inquiry. We’ve had one of the worst death rates and economic downturns of any country. We owe it to the country to find out what went wrong – and the government must learn from mistakes.

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  18. May 13

    Then, the crisis. Four years on from the Grenfell Tower tragedy, govt is still pushing 1000s of people into debt, for a problem they did not cause .

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  19. May 13

    Next, social care. This is more urgent than ever. 659 days since Prime Minister said he had a plan to fix it, 10 years since Dilnot Commission proposed such a plan. When will the govt act?

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  20. May 13

    Up against my opposite number Jacob Rees Mogg, I first asked about the government’s attempts to restrict voting through their proposals. This is a scandalous attack on democracy.

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