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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 12h

Working with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, I've secured £245,234 of investment to bring a Best Start Family Hub to Oxfordshire - opening April '26!

We are building on the proud legacy of Sure Start, reviving family services and putting them back at the heart of every community.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 1d

𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀
The Tories took a scythe to family services in Banbury and North Oxfordshire.

I want to rebuild that support. We did so with Sure Start, I know we can do so again.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 1d

Free rail travel for veterans or military personnel attending Remembrance services on the 9th of November. It is fitting that the rail industry, which played such a significant role in our nation’s war effort, marks this by paying tribute to those who gave their lives and those who still serve today

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 2d

PUB CONSULTATION - I want our brilliant pubs to succeed. That’s why I’m delighted that the
Government is listening to owners, punters and communities to learn what
they need. Share your views here: t.co/plsigyMavi

Reforming the licensing system

Seeking views and evidence to develop a modern, proportionate and enabling licensing system under the Licensing Act 2003.

t.co

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 3d

Including £9.6m for the South East. Currently waiting on more local figures.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

It was a privilege to attend the funeral of my old friend Gordon Ross, former Mayor of Banbury and Labour Town and District Councillor today. He was always a source of solid advice and good company. Once again I send my condolences to his family on his sad passing.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

It was brilliant to visit the North Oxfordshire Academy the other week, to speak to Sixth Form Politics students. I am delighted by the feedback, that the students found me approachable. I very much enjoyed my time there.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk/education/no...

North Oxfordshire Academy welcomes local MP

A group of Sixth Form students at North Oxfordshire Academy had the opportunity to meet with their local MP, Sean Woodcock, during a special visit to the school last month.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

Calling all businesses in the Banbury BID! I am conducting a survey to hear your views on the Banbury BID, and whether you feel it is value for money. Please do take the time to fill out this short survey outlining your experiences - forms.gle/g94mfwReAxpJ...

Thank you.

Banbury BID Survey from Sean Woodcock MP

Sean Woodcock MP would like to understand your views on the effectiveness and value for money of the Banbury BID. Business names will be collected to ensure the survey is being filled out by the…

forms.gle

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 5d

I visited the Sunrise Multicultural Project earlier today, seeing the hard work that staff and volunteers put in to run community groups throughout the week. I spoke with staff there about some of the challenges they face with their buildings, and I have promised to take action with the council.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 5d

Delighted that Oxfordshire is getting a £8.3 million investment to help people into work.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 5d

People in Banbury and North Oxfordshire will get help into work as part of Labour’s Connect to Work programme.

Oxfordshire is getting £8.3 million to provide employment support to 2000 sick and disabled
people.

Find out more - seanwoodcock.uk/investment-t...

Investment to help tens of thousands more sick and disabled into work - Sean Woodcock, MP for Banbury

I have welcomed a massive investment in Oxfordshire to help more people into good jobs. / Almost 2000 sick or disabled people in Oxfordshire will receive employment support, thanks to £8.3m in…

seanwoodcock.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 6d

Really glad to see that the work to the Maternity unit at the Horton is already underway, following the £3.3m investment into our local hospital.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk/health/work-...

Work begins on the redevelopment of Banbury's Horton Hospital maternity outpatient clinic

Work has begun on the redevelopment of the maternity outpatient clinic at Banbury’s Horton Hospital.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

I have also noticed people in the 'Banburyshire Info' group annoyed that I haven't replied to their comments. Unfortunately, due to a complex Facebook issue (which I am trying to sort), I am not able to post directly or comment in this group. If you have an urgent issue, please email me.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

I visited Cleenol this morning, where I was invited to officially open their new laboratory. Cleenol is a family-owned manufacturer of quality cleaning products with a focus on reducing waste and carbon emissions in their products. It was great to speak with staff, and offer my support.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

It was great to visit the new funded school-based nursery in Chipping Norton the other week, which has been a game changer for local children. I look forward to the scheme being expanded in the future so that more local families can benefit.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk/education/ba...

Banbury MP visits new ‘game-changing’ school-based nursery in Chipping Norton

Banbury MP Sean Woodcock recently paid a visit to St Mary’s C of E Primary School in Chipping Norton, one of hundreds of new school-based nurseries launched this year.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 8d

Here is a small snippet of everything I've been working on in the past month. Lots of meeting businesses, and helping local people.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 9d

I am pleased to see that Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways, which service Banbury, have been named as some of the next to be nationalised once their current contracts come to an end next year.

www.gov.uk/government/n...

Next train services to return to public ownership revealed as government delivers railways reset

West Midlands Trains, Govia Thameslink Railway, Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways set to integrate into Great British Railways.

www.gov.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

I was criticised for saying at a local hustings last year that the Conservatives were becoming a party of Climate Deniers. Now it is official policy undermining decades of cross-party consensus on the existential threat we face. A shameful policy.

(Full list of MPs who signed cut for space reasons)

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

Here is another clip from my contributions on the panel dedicated to farming and rural issues, alongside president of the NFU, and 3 other rural Labour MPs. It has been crucial to my work to engage with these issues as a rural MP, ensuring I am representing my constituents.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

Please see my opinion piece below, on protecting our veterans.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 11d

It was lovely to visit Bloxham Grove Academy yesterday, visiting students in all year groups and answering all their fantastic questions about my role as an MP. I also met with headteacher Charlotte Roberts (pictured), who gave me a tour of the school - which I was very impressed by.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 12d

It was great to speak on a farming panel, answering questions on farming and rural issues. I spoke in depth with Tom Bradshaw, the president of the NFU. I also collaborated on ideas with other rural MPs - Maya Ellis MP, Jane Kirkham MP and Jessica Asato MP. Really insightful conversations had.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 12d

I am pleased that a new Costa will be opening in Banbury Sainsbury's next month, bringing back the toilet facilities, and 8 new jobs to the area.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 12d

I was criticised for saying at a local hustings last year that the Conservatives were becoming a party of Climate Deniers. Now it is official policy undermining decades of cross-party consensus on the existential threat we face. A shameful policy.

www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Kemi Badenoch vows to repeal Climate Change Act

Tory leader says she would replace it with ‘cheap energy’ strategy, ending decades-long consensus on climate

www.theguardian.com

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