Tan Dhesi MP
tandhesi.bsky.social
Tan Dhesi MP
@tandhesi.bsky.social
Labour Member of Parliament for #Slough. Chair of Defence Select Committee.

Any queries / casework, please email: [email protected]
With a #Russian #spy ship once again in our waters, imperative that the #UK is able to defend its homeland.

Our Defence Select Committee report shows we’re not properly prepared and have failed to invest in critical capability - time to take urgent action!
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Given rising scale and intensity of #threats and #attacks (especially #cyber), we need a national conversation on #defence and #security, led by Government.

That way the public becomes better aware of the problem and their role in countering it.
November 21, 2025 at 3:39 PM
No form of discrimination is acceptable in our society - those who seek to divide us stoke hatred for their own gain, trying to tear #communities apart.

This #IslamophobiaAwarenessMonth, pleased to re-commit to standing up against racism and prejudice.
#ShowRacismTheRedCard.
November 21, 2025 at 2:16 PM
History and heritage of #Slough is interwoven with #defence - proudly supporting the nation.

The sacrifices of our #local #veterans, as well as of brave troops from across the globe, must both be commemorated - so remembrance should never be exclusive. #WeWillRememberThem
November 20, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Renters' Rights Act seeks to end insecurity, unfairness and extortionate practices by rebalancing the relationship in the #rental market.

Protecting #tenants and rewarding good #landlords, while targeting rogue operators, it’s a historic moment for a fairer system for all.
November 20, 2025 at 2:05 PM
On behalf of the Defence Committee, deepest gratitude to all who’ve served and those in the #ArmedForces keeping us safe—we will honour their sacrifice.

They’re the best of us—putting themselves in danger and helping with disaster relief when deployed abroad like recently in #Jamaica.
November 20, 2025 at 11:38 AM
From the Great War to modern operations around the globe, #Sikh soldiers have served with distinction.

Proud to see a new British Army troop made to commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of over 100,000 #Sikhs who fought for Britain in the 1st World War.

www.army.mod.uk/news/new-cer...
November 19, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Europe's security is under threat.

As the Defence Committee's report on the UK's contribution to European Security states - we must do more to strengthen Britain's safety. It's time to act now.

Video: House of Commons
November 19, 2025 at 10:07 AM
#Slough truly is incredible and a national economic engine.

Don’t just take my word; based on @CentreforCities Factbook 2025:

Gross Value Added per hour—1st in the #UK
Core GCSE grades—2nd
Business start-ups—2nd
Average weekly workplace earnings—2nd.

Slough leading the way!🔝
November 18, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A very sobering and informative visit to #Kyiv with the Defence Committee, as we were able to contextualise and strenghten our grasp on the challenges that #Ukrainians face.

For our continent’s security, vital that the #UK continues supporting #Ukraine against #Russian aggression (1/2).
November 18, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Grateful to the Prime Minister for his invaluable time for a one-to-one chat about the policies our Government needs to pursue - in the upcoming Budget and more generally - for uplifting our country and obviously what would make a positive difference for my Slough constituents.
November 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Key part of my role as Chair of the Defence Committee is meeting many #defence experts and stakeholders.

Hence a pleasure to take part in Q&A session with Defence Academy Advance Course students, from the UK and around the world, who wanted to know more about our work in #Parliament.
November 17, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Lack of direct rail between #Heathrow and Slough (onto Wales and the West) is nonsensical and leading to ridiculous routes!

Access to Europe's busiest airport should be efficient and environmentally friendly - why Western Rail Link to Heathrow is a must.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
November 17, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Government states its number one priority is #EconomicGrowth and #infrastructure projects are integral to that.

Government must finally build the Western Rail Link to Heathrow - connecting 20% of #UK population to within one interchange of nation’s main port.
November 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
In these uncertain times, crucial that our legislation, like the #NationalSecurity Act and Official Secrets Act, is fit for purpose and makes the #UK more #secure.

We must not let those who wish to harm us and our freedoms escape #justice and #accountability.
November 14, 2025 at 2:25 PM
#Parliament for 2 years was shockingly kept in the dark by super-injunction seeking to stop exposure of #Afghan #DataLeak.

Goes against #transparency and #FreeSpeech, but thanks to grit of good #journalists, our Defence Select Committee can now help expose truth.

www.thetimes.com/uk/defence/a...
November 14, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Collapse of cases like the recent #China #espionage case should not be allowed to happen again.

At our Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy hearing, I probed the comprehensiveness of the National Security Act and its ability to help keep us secure.
November 13, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Proud to be part of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the #ArmedForces, discussing this time about fairer regulations relating to #military compensation.

Those who sacrifice so much for us should be strongly supported.
November 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Anglo-Portuguese alliance dating back to 1372 is oldest diplomatic alliance still in force, hence honour hosting Speaker of #Portugal Parliament and his delegation.

We discussed how to boost🇵🇹🇬🇧ties and #defence coordination, drawing on his experience as former Defence Minister.
November 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
From #Parliament to #playtime - at Langley Heritage Nursery!
November 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
I’m determined to deliver for children so they have a better start in life.

On top of other childcare packages, brilliant that Labour government is launching Best Start Family Hubs, with £137,585 allocated to Slough for the opening of a centre by April.

www.sloughobserver.co.uk/news/2558375...
November 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
#Afghan Solidarity Campaign believe there have been political motivations behind Government behaviour on the Afghan #DataLeak, rather than protecting people.

Imperative that government decision making is always held to the highest levels of scrutiny, such as by the Defence Committee.
November 12, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Back-to-back meetings for the Defence Committee across #Australia, including in #Canberra, #Adelaide and #Perth—with Deputy PM, Speaker, Premier, Ministers, industry leaders, experts and others.

Viewed submarine building, examined progress on #AUKUS and seriously strengthened🇬🇧🇦🇺ties.
November 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Conflicting numbers and costs relating to the #Afghan #DataLeak has caused confusion and chaos, with accusations of an ulterior agenda.

We must press for more answers and clarity on the true impact of this breach.
November 11, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Another busy set of MP advice surgeries in Slough concluded for me and my team - fighting for constituents, listening to their concerns and giving residents having to deal with authorities a strong voice.
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM