No to Labour's attacks on disabled people - me for @LabourOutlook labouroutlook.org/2025/09/24…
I would swim through vomit to oppose this bill. It’s a rushed, damaging attack on disabled people that will push more of us into poverty.
The bill should be scrapped – but if it isn’t, Labour MPs must oppose it
This is a principled decision and I hope many more MPs follow suit.
As Shadow Minister for Disabled People, Vicky worked hard to win the trust of disabled people through meaningful engagement. This decision was no doubt incredibly difficult but demonstrates true Labour values.
(1/2) With a heavy heart, I have written to the Prime Minister to tender my resignation as a whip.
Whilst I will continue to support the government in delivering the change the country so desperately needs, I cannot vote in favour of the proposed reforms to disability benefits.
ALT Screenshot of Vicky's letter to the Prime Minister (page 1)
ALT Screenshot of Vicky's letter to the Prime Minister (page 2)
As the Disabled Members Rep on Labour’s National Executive Committee and the Chair of @DisabilityLab we’ve written to Liz Kendall regarding the publication of the Green Paper published on Tuesday
docs.google.com/document/d/1…
No apology and no remorse from the Government at the UN Disability Committee this week. We won't stop until Deaf and Disabled people see justice for the harm they've done
This week Deaf and Disabled people and our organisations were in Geneva for the government's response to the UN Disability Committee.
Here are some initial reflections from the delegation #CRDP24 #DefendOurRights
I will always remain an advocate of trans rights within the Labour Party. I strongly believe in the need for self-id, and the imperative for socialists to be opposing the dangerous alliance of transphobic figures & the far right.
The Commission on Social Security are hosting an event to discuss how we can build support for our proposals for a welfare benefits system that treats claimants with dignity and respect. 📺 Watch the stream live ->
💬 universal credit does not work. It is not simple. It creates instability and fear. We need a system that is simple to understand and creates stability.
The commissioners are currently speaking about their own experiences of social security
Watch: tinyurl.com/yudmzyjn
The Commission on Social Security is holding an event next Monday 10th October bit.ly/3qV5fEf
Join us to discuss the proposals we launched in The Plan - and hear from speakers and attendees about how we can build support for a decent social security system
For more info and to register to attend in person on Monday 10th October: bit.ly/3qV5fEf
or watch the livestream on the 10th here at 1:45pm tinyurl.com/yudmzyjn
Any further questions, email [email protected]
Keir's speech today was entirely centred on working people
It's disappointing that the vision he set out isn't one for all of us:
#Lab22
I had Covid antivirals infusion (Sotrovimab) on Saturday and I'm not feeling better, maybe worse in terms of chest/ cough.
Just wondering if anyone else had this experience? I tested positive over a week ago.
After 2.5 years it finally happened. Will be away from emails and messages for a bit.
ALT Positive Covid test
Just to confirm that no ballots for Disabled Members Rep have gone out. I have been re-elected to the NEC uncontested.
Thanks to my union Unite for their continued support as well as ASLEF, CWU, FBU, GMB, Musician's Union, TSSA, Unison, USDAW ✊
Thanks to all the members who've got in touch as well. I'll continue to work for a Party that is open and accessible to all.
If you're a disabled member, please do get in touch with your priorities for the next two years [email protected]
Flying visit to York to see the play Red Ellen. I wasn't sure what to expect but it's a brilliant characterisation of her life and work.
And possibly the only other Ellen on Labour's NEC?!
ALT A picture of Ellen standing in front of a Red Ellen poster outside York Theatre Royal
At yesterday's NEC meeting I asked the Leader if he believes showing clear support for disabled people, and people not in work, harm Labour’s electoral choices.
Full question and answer here: docs.google.com/document/d/1…
Brilliant to hear the contributions of disabled people in the social care debate at #NAWC22
Particular mention to @sandra_wyman who spoke about the unhelpful medicalisation we see and the need for meaningful co production if we're to get the independent living we need
Thanks to @danbloom1 for covering the Commission on Social Security's plan for a decent social security system
Radical plan would scrap Universal Credit and guarantee everyone £163.50 a week mirror.co.uk/news/politics/r…
Tomorrow the Commission On Social Security publishes #ThePlan for a decent social security system.
We're proud to be sharing our work, entirely led by Experts by Experience, for a system that actually works for those of us who need it.
CommissionOnSocialSecurity.o…
“Our worth as disabled people is calculated based on our economic value – if you can’t work then you have to navigate a hostile, punitive benefits system & if you can work, you aren’t given the support you need to do that" disabilitynewsservice.com/ac…
