Too often people tell me they are sick & tired of crime and antisocial behaviour but “No one comes and nothing is done” .

The Labour Party will crack down on antisocial behaviour with more neighbourhood police, tough new penalties for offenders, and a new network of youth hubs.

Straight off the train from Westminster to speaking to people in wonderful Wrenthorpe this evening.

On the day that Keir Starmer shared his first steps for change, it was heartening to hear so many people ready for that change and to vote ⁦The Labour Party⁩ 🌹

Six first steps.

No gimmicks. No sticking plasters.

My changed Labour Party has a plan for a decade of national renewal.

UK bus manufacturers can power the green transport revolution.

But the Tories have failed to set out a proper industrial strategy since 2017, putting our busmakers at risk.

Today, I asked the Minister how he will back UK busmakers - but he couldn't give me a straight answer.

These are Keir Starmer’s first steps for change.

Pleased to attend the unveiling of a new memorial to West Yorkshire Police PCs David Bulleyment, Eric Renshaw and Colin Ross, WPC Lillian Sullivan and WPS Elizabeth Burton who lost their lives in a coach accident at Newton Hill roundabout in 1978.

They will always be remembered.

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A real honour to be present for the legendary Chris Kamara MBE being awarded the Freedom of the City of Wakefield.

Wakefield is hugely proud that Chris has made our wonderful city his home and contributed so much to our area over the years. 👏 ⚽️

Well-deserved recognition for the hard work of Acute Care Division working within Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust.
I was extremely impressed with the progress the team have made in such a short time, supporting people with complex needs and vulnerabilities.
The very best of luck with the award.

Congratulations Wakefield Trinity! 👍

Best of luck to Wakefield Trinity in today’s 1895 Cup Semi-Final! 🏆

Just 80 minutes and Bradford Bulls stand in the way to the Wembley final! 🏉

#1985Cup #UpTheTrin

Fantastic to join this year’s ‘With Banners Held High’ event in Wakefield with Yvette Cooper and Jade.

Biggest and best event yet! Fabulous opening speech by Council Leader Denise Jeffery🌹

In this, the 40th anniversary of the 1984-85 Miners’ Strike, it’s important that we recognise the extraordinary struggle and hardship people went through, and celebrate our rich mining heritage 👇

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Dangerous boat crossings undermine our border security & put lives at risk.

Labour will set up a new Border Security Command with new counter terror style powers, specialist investigators & cross-border police to smash criminal smuggler & trafficking gangs.

An asylum system – rebuilt. The criminal gangs – smashed. The exploitation of some of the most vulnerable people in the world – prevented.

That is the future you can choose. That is what my mission-driven Labour government will deliver.

No gimmicks. Just graft.

Great to attend the unveiling of the commemorative wall at the Red Shed, marking the 40th anniversary of the 84-85 Miner’s Strike.

It’s important that we remember the extraordinary struggle and hardship people went through and the lasting impact it has had on our communities.

We aren't just out at election time, we're out all year round! Enjoyed some evening sunshine in Wrenthorpe today.

A lot of people voting The Labour Party for the first time. Thank you for putting your trust in us. 🌹

Thank you to Canal & River Trust & Environment Agency for their swift clean up work.

I'm really concerned about the continued deterioration of the condition of our rivers and waterways. 

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