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Debbie Walker retweeted
Three years on from the October 7 attacks on Israel, we remember those who were senselessly killed by Hamas terrorists.
The impact of the attacks has been felt not just in Israel, but in Jewish communities across the world who still bear the burden of the tragic events that day.
In the years since, we have seen a disturbing rise in antisemitic behaviour in the UK.
A year ago we witnessed a horrifying terrorist attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation in Manchester, with further attacks against Jewish people and institutions since.
I want Britain’s Jewish community to hear this from me directly. We stand with you. Abuse and violence against you, in any form, will not be tolerated. Not on our streets, not online, not in our schools or universities.
That’s why we are funding protection for synagogues, schools and community buildings, and why we will come down hard on antisemitism wherever it is found - in classrooms, on campuses and in neighbourhoods.
At home, we are committed to protecting our citizens from vile hatred. Abroad, we continue to work towards a two-state solution, with Israelis and Palestinians living side by side in peace and security.
An attack on Jewish people in Britain is an attack on all of us. Antisemitism has no place in this country, and we will do everything we can to stamp it out.
Cannot believe both Lowri Turner and some callers on @channel5_tv Storm and Alexis - sad day for Britain when someone gets paid to sit on a TV show and advocate for people being left to drown
Debbie Walker retweeted
Congratulations to Sagal Abdi-Wali - Labour’s candidate for Holborn and St Pancras.
Watching BBC who are outside Downing Street awaiting Keir Starmers departure. The oily Chis Mason pontificating about how it happened whilst taking no responsibility that his actions as a glorified gossip columnist pushed this along - hypocritical arse
Debbie Walker retweeted
Better late than never! From visiting Dawlish Primary School to opening one of the first VALOUR-recognised centres in Aylesford, June was an incredibly busy month. Here is a roundup of some of what I got up to, first as a backbench MP and then as the new Minister for Veterans and People. 👇
🌍 Attended a Wanstead Climate Emergency briefing to hear concerns and discuss local environmental action.
🏫 Met with Waltham Forest headteachers and local MPs to discuss education priorities and the challenges facing schools.
🇬🇧 Became Under-Secretary of State for Veterans and People.
🏭 Spoke in the Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill debate.
🎗️ Took part in a Prostate Cancer Roundtable, meeting campaigners and health professionals to discuss improving awareness and outcomes.
🎖Attended Armed Forces Week Celebrations in Coleraine, Northern Ireland
🎓 Visited Dawlish Primary School in Leyton and answered questions from students about Parliament and public service.
👥 Co-hosted a roundtable on youth unemployment, discussing opportunities and barriers facing young people.
🏘️ Held a Wanstead Village Advice Surgery alongside Councillors Daniel Morgan-Thomas and Jo Blackman.
🤝 Held my quarterly meeting with Redbridge Council Leader, Cllr Kam Rai, to discuss local priorities.
🎖️ Met with Veterans' Commissioners from Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
🎪 Attended Our Lady of Lourdes School Fete and met with pupils, families and staff.
🎉 Joined residents at the Langthorne Park Festival to celebrate the local community.
⚓ Visited Ultra Maritime's Greenford facility as Minister for Veterans and People.
🏛️ Welcomed Aldersbrook milkman Steve to Parliament and gave him a tour of Westminster.
🇰🇷 Met with Defence Minister Kwon Oheul of the Republic of Korea.
🍽️ Hosted a dinner discussion with ITP to discuss how we can strengthen the UK's defence skills pipeline and support future jobs in the sector.
🛡️ Spoke in the Armed Forces Bill debate.
🎀Opened one of the first Op VALOUR-recognised centres at RBVE in Aylesford
🙌 Attended the Waltham Forest Volunteers' Night to thank local volunteers for their contribution to our community.
🏳️🌈 Spoke in the Pride Month debate in Parliament, highlighting the importance of equality and inclusion.
🚶 Visited local businesses and residents during constituency walkabouts to hear directly about local issues.
📋 Held several constituency surgeries, helping residents with a range of local and national issues.
🌹 Campaigned in the Makerfield by-election, supporting Labour's campaign on the ground.
💧 Participated in the Thames Water Scrutiny Group, holding the company to account on its performance.
📈 Spoke at the CFA Annual Investment Conference, discussing economic growth and investment.
🥫 Volunteered at St Margaret's Church Food Bank, supporting local efforts to help those in need.
Debbie Walker retweeted
Nigel Farage comes out fighting against Count Binface ahead of the Clacton by-election, releasing his smash-hit single, “Ain’t No Binface”, surely destined for No. 1 on the hit parade.
{satire}
Debbie Walker retweeted
The Defence Investment Plan is out.
It sets out nearly £300bn in defence spending over the next four years, ensuring our Armed Forces have the equipment they need to keep the UK safe. Defence spending will rise further at the next Spending Review.
Debbie Walker retweeted
Is he the wife beater, rascist, tax dodger or putin stooge? its difficult to keep up
Debbie Walker retweeted
Last week I visited Whipps Cross Hospital with Skills Minister @Jacqui_Smith1 to meet the brilliant young people taking part in Project SEARCH - an employment programme for local students with SEND, supported by @educationgovuk
This is what good support looks like. 🏥💙
Debbie Walker retweeted
My priorities:
Put people first
Open the gates to talent
Ensure everyone has the opportunity to succeed
Honour our obligations to those who have served
Strengthen the connection between our Armed Forces and the nation they protect
Debbie Walker retweeted
I’ve launched a local engagement survey to understand how constituents prefer to receive updates on my work and what events would be of interest. ✍️👇
Your feedback will help us plan better outreach. Take the survey here: forms.gle/KKDNZxuRozKHZFp59
Debbie Walker retweeted
Around 3,000 young people in Leyton & Wanstead are NEET and keen to work or train – but the system is failing them. 👇
Last week I met apprenticeship providers, education leaders and invited the Skills Minister to Whipps to push for real pathways into jobs for our young people.
Debbie Walker retweeted
From litter picks in Wanstead to meetings in Parliament and beyond, it’s been another busy month. As we move into May, I wanted to share a snapshot of what I’ve been up to over the past few weeks. 👇
🏘️ Organised a meeting with L&Q for residents to share their feedback and concerns.
🗣 Hosted constituency surgeries, ensuring consistent engagement.
🏃🏼Ran the London Marathon for Samaritans
👥 Raised a question in Parliament on the rise in antisemitism.
🎖️ Marked the Month of the Military Child with Never Such Innocence.
🧹 Took part in a litter pick in Wanstead Village with councillors.
🌍 Met up with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office on developments in the DRC.
🎉 Attended a No.10 reception to celebrate Vaisakhi.
🙏🏼 Spoke in Parliament on Stephen Lawrence day.
🤝 Met with the South Africa Chamber of Commerce in my capacity as Trade Envoy to Southern Africa.
⚽ Attended the Leyton Orient match against Rotherham.
🍁 Met with the Canadian High Commissioner on international trade.
✡️ Met with Leyton and Wanstead Synagogue
🪖 Participated in a Defence Select Committee oral evidence session on Women in the Armed Forces.
🌐 Met with the ONE Campaign.
🎙️ Appeared on Times Radio.
💷 Met with the Treasury to discuss the Defence Industrial Strategy.
✈️ Met with JET to hear about their work supporting young people into the air and space industry.
📝 Presented a prostate cancer screening application to the Backbench Business Committee.
🌍 Attended the Global Partnerships Conference on International Development and Africa.
🛡️ Sat on the National Growth Debate Panel discussing national resilience and cyber security.
📻 Gave an interview to Andrew Marr on LBC.
🏴Celebrated St George's Day at the Northcote Arms.
🏢 Hosted a professional services event in Parliament.
🏘️ Met with Labour Councillor Caramel Quinn to talk renters’ rights.
🎧 Spoke with John Pienaar on his broadcast.
🏠 Visited an Afghan resettlement site with the Defence Select Committee.
👥 Attended an ethnic minorities network executives meeting.
Debbie Walker retweeted
The basis of this story is that because Rayner was in a particular bar on the parliamentary estate it must mean she is plotting and running
Age old story
When @UKLabour is in government spend months attacking and destroying the leader then pick off any potential replacements…
I was in Stranger's Bar on Monday night. The reports about Angela Rayner are true. If the choice facing the Labour Party is between her and Keir Starmer, they must stick with Starmer > Daily Mail > dailymail.com/debate/article…
Debbie Walker retweeted
Today is Renters’ Rights Day!
Ending no‑fault evictions, stopping sudden rent hikes, and strengthening tenants’ rights. Know your rights with Grove Green Labour. 👇
@khev_limbajee, Uzma Rasool & Minnie Cullen Close.
Vote Labour on May 7. 🌹🏠
Debbie Walker retweeted
More investment in SEND support locally 👇
🌳Waltham Forest: +£362k (total £3.3m)
🔴Redbridge: +£456k (total £4.1m)
All part of Labour's £3.7bn investment to deliver earlier support, more local provision, and a system that works for families.
Debbie Walker retweeted
I know many people are feeling worried after what happened on Leyton High Road. I spoke with Borough Commander Jackson today, and police remain in the area with increased patrols locally. 👇
If you saw or heard anything around Saint George’s Road and Leyton High Road in the early hours of Thursday morning, please contact police on 101 quoting reference 219/23APR.
Debbie Walker retweeted
Today marks the anniversary of the racist murder of Stephen Lawrence, my friend’s brother.
We must tell a positive story of Englishness grounded in the England we are, not the England the far right wants us to be. #PMQs
Debbie Walker retweeted
So far this week there has been extreme outrage because Kier Starmer, the UK Prime Minister:
1) Went on a 3 day minibreak to Spain and stayed in a £200 a night 4 star hotel
2) Spent £1500 on a sofa, and £1400 on a bed at his Downing Street residence (all Prime Ministers have, and have always used, a £30,000 annual allowance for this same residence).
Does anyone else see how pathetic and desperate this all is? In a world where so many world leaders are openly corrupt to the tune of multi-billion dollars, that these people are digging so hard and so deep to fabricate a scandal where none exists?
Outrage bait BS, and we all know it.