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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 4d

Since launching the idea of a Triple Lock for Young People, I've heard suggestions from free bus travel to activity vouchers to maintenance loans that keep pace with inflation. Young people need more support with getting employment, getting around, and getting housed. What would you include?

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 7d

I wrote to WCC and have secured minor 84/84A timetable changes from 31 Dec 2025 to reduce buses meeting on tight bends in Harborough Magna. Officers propose double yellow lines on Main Street; Cllr Adrian Warwick will consider WCC funds for a feasibility study.

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 11d

Like many in Rugby, I've been following the situation in Gaza closely, and I welcome today's ceasefire agreement.

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 13d

Labour members: today you’ll start to receive ballots for the vote for Deputy Leader of the Labour Party.

I’m glad to join colleagues from across the UK in supporting Lucy Powell for Deputy Leader of our party.

Vote Lucy when your ballot arrives! www.lucyfordeputy.co.uk

Lucy Powell for Deputy Leader of the Labour Party

The official campaign site for the campaign to elect Lucy Powell as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party.

www.lucyfordeputy.co.uk

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 13d

Should we rename 'tax' as 'community contribution'? Without taxes, we wouldn't have schools, roads, the NHS, or bin collections. Reframing tax as community contribution reminds citizens their payments fund essential services and strengthens civic responsibility.

#DoYouAgree

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 14d

We must remember the victims of October 7th, support the families of hostages, and stand united against antisemitism here in Rugby and across the UK. A two-state solution remains the path to lasting peace in the Middle East.

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 14d

Productive meetings at Labour Conference discussing issues that matter to Rugby, Bulkington & Villages residents. From dementia research funding to cancer care plans & tackling pavement parking - bringing your voices to important conversations.

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 16d

Great team out campaigning in Brownsover this afternoon for our council candidate Alan Pavis. Lots of good conversations with residents. Followed by a drink!

#ListeningAllYearRound
#NationalCampaignWeekend

Thanks to the team from @Rugby_Labour & friends from Warwick University

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 17d

Great to speak to Warwick University Labour Society this evening. Excellent questions and really good debate.

Thank you for the invitation.

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 18d

Rugby missed out on the Pride In Place funding for town centres last week. I'm disappointed about this outcome. Read my full statement below. 👇

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 19d

Young people are the future, yet our structures ignore them. During Labour Conference, I proposed a Cabinet Minister for Younger and Future Generations to assess every policy's impact on youth, plus a triple lock for young people with concrete commitments matching support for older generations.

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Lucy Powell MP @lucympowell.bsky.social · 20d

This is your vote, your choice. You the members choose your Deputy Leader.

Having this conversation is not dissent, but an important conversation about how we can be better.

I will be your strong independent voice.

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 21d

Glad to read in the Rugby Observer about Baroness Twycross, Minister for Heritage and Libraries, praising Rugby's cultural spaces during her recent visit to Rugby Library and the Art Gallery and Museum.

It was great to welcome her to Rugby.

Learn more about the visit:

rugbyobserver.co.uk

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 23d

I welcome the news that the government has announced a significant loan guarantee for JLR, which will help protect jobs in Rugby's automotive supply chain during this challenging time.

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 24d

Young people in Rugby and across Britain face unprecedented challenges about their future.

Yet their voices go unheard in corridors of power.

We need a dedicated Cabinet Minister for Younger and Next Generations to address their needs at the highest level.

Do you agree?

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 26d

This evening was privileged to watch the dress rehearsal of Rugby-based @fivestartheatre ‘s production of We Will Rock You.

Wow -what a show! What talented performers, directors, producers & technicians!

Tickets still available Thurs-Sat this week 👀 www.fivestartheatre.co.uk/whats-on

John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 28d

Last week, I joined 30 other MPs in writing to Business Secretary Peter Kyle MP, calling for urgent government support to protect the 200,000 jobs at risk across the JLR supply chain following the prolonged production shutdown caused by a cyber security incident.

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 28d

My letter in The Times pointing out that Israel self-proclaimed itself into existence in 1948, something I support, and that I also support this right for Palestine.

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · 29d

Last week I convened the first of many meetings with faith leaders across the constituency to discuss strengthening our community and fostering cohesion. Thank you to all who joined - future meetings will be as inclusive as possible.

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · Sep 21

Ten years ago, the Realf family's Parliamentary petition transformed brain tumour research funding in the UK. RAF pilot Stephen Realf's legacy inspired a campaign that secured £40 million Government commitment. Their determination changed everything.

👉 braintumourresearch.org/blo...

Remembering Stephen Realf and the petition launched in his memory

Read how the death of an RAF pilot from a brain tumour inspired one family to fight for a brain cancer cure, and the impact they have had over ten years later.

braintumourresearch.org

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Lucy Powell MP @lucympowell.bsky.social · Sep 20

Labour is at its best when we are clear about whose side we are on, and in whose interests we serve, when our values shine through.

I want us to be clear that our objective is to lift children out of poverty and that will mean we need to lift the 2 child benefit cap www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

Labour should consider hiking gambling tax to fight child poverty, Powell says

Deputy leadership hopeful Lucy Powell said Gordon Brown's proposal to hike gambling tax to fund axing the two-child benefit limit should get 'careful consideration'

www.mirror.co.uk

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John Slinger MP @johnslingermp.bsky.social · Sep 19

Another successful advice surgery - thanks to all my constituents who came to see me.

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Lucy Powell MP @lucympowell.bsky.social · Sep 14

"It's not my intention to fill the airwaves with a running commentary on the government…But equally I don't think we should shy away from having this conversation right now because clearly there are things that aren't working."

👇me @manchestereveningnews.co.uk

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https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/this-contest-between-two-strong-32470692?utm_source=app

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Lucy Powell MP @lucympowell.bsky.social · Sep 13

I want this Labour Government to succeed, and sometimes that means having difficult conversations.

When we listen to our communities and our members, we are stronger.

That’s why I’m running for Deputy Leader. Learn more and join my campaign: www.lucyfordeputy.co.uk

Lucy Powell for Deputy Leader of the Labour Party

The official campaign site for the campaign to elect Lucy Powell as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party.

www.lucyfordeputy.co.uk

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