Today is the 77th anniversary of #DDay. 77 years ago, 156,000 Allied troops invaded the coast of Normandy to protect our liberty, democracy and way of life. We shall never forget their sacrifice.

#CarersWeek is a chance to recognise and thank carers for the work they do supporting individuals, families and communities across #Wakefield and entire the United Kingdom. You are an inspiration to us all.

Today I visited Toybox Nursery and spoke to owners Katie and Hayley about the challenges of running a busy nursery, their successful apprenticeship scheme and their possible expansion. My special thanks to wonderful cook Gillian for treating me to one of her delicious cookies!

“Wakefield is poised to re-emerge as a centre of scholarly and skills-based achievement and excellence. Students, teachers and their families have had another challenging year, but things are already beginning to improve.” 👇 wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/politics/…

The New Atlantic Charter is important. I congratulate the PM and President in setting out the UK and USA’s shared objectives for the next eight decades as the Atlantic Charter did for the last. I proposed the concept to the PM a year ago & wrote the link👇1828.org.uk/2020/06/19/2-u…

Wakefield and Ossett wishes Our Sovereign Lady a very happy Regnal Birthday. The United Kingdom and Commonwealth owes HM The Queen a vast and unrepayable debt and in humble gratitude we give thanks.

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A deal with Biden will show up EU's pettiness, says Imran Ahmad Khan (who came up with the idea for a new Atlantic Charter) #sundayexpress express.co.uk/comment/expres… #sundayexpress

A massive congratulations to our England squad on their win this afternoon! A great result. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Today is the start of #MensHealthWeek. Too many men cross the UK feel unable to speak about their mental health. It is more important than ever that we check in with our friends, family and ourselves. There is no shame in asking for help.

I am delighted that the 🇬🇧 has secured a trade deal with 🇦🇺. It is the first deal we've negotiated from scratch, demonstrating what we can do as an independent trading nation. The deal with strengthen UK-Australian relations, and will support 3.5 million British workers.

Disgraceful to see the hounding of Nick Watt doing his job. The media must be able to report the facts without fear or favour – they are the lifeblood of our democracy.

30 million second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. It is of the utmost importance that you receive your second dose, which will give you maximum protection against the virus. You can book or manage your appointment here: nhs.uk/conditions/cor…

Today’s raids & arrests at Apple Daily in Hong Kong demonstrate Beijing is using the National Security Law to target dissenting voices, not tackle public security. Freedom of the press is one of the rights China promised to protect in the Joint Declaration & should be respected.

The end of the pandemic is in sight. All adults across the entire Kingdom can now come forward and get jabbed. If you're 18 or over, you can book now using the link below. nhs.uk/conditions/cor…

Goodbye, kind friend. May the angels receive you into paradise. We will miss you.