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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

I have made the truly agonising decision to leave the Labour Party after 55 years. I can no longer advocate voting Labour when it risks Corbyn becoming PM. I will continue to serve the people of Liverpool Riverside as I have had the honour to do since 1997.

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Louise Ellman

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3 years

Today I have rejoined @UKLabour , returning to my political home.

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

I'll be voting against Theresa May's ‘deal'. I'm campaigning for a #PeoplesVote with an option to #remain in the #EU - the best deal we have!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

Chris Williamson should be suspended immediately from the PLP and the Labour Party. This is a provocation too far.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

I will be voting against the #EUWithdrawalBill tomorrow - the Tories must not be allowed circumvent parliamentary scrutiny on #Brexit .

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

I voted for a referendum on Brexit and for revoking Article 50 to prevent us leaving the EU without a deal. The referendum motion voted on last night was only 28 votes short of winning! The only way to sort out this mess is to take Brexit back to the people!

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5 years

Delighted my constituent Dr Mu-Chun Chiang will now receive a tier-two visa following my representations to the @ukhomeoffice alongside a fantastic campaign from her supporters. The initial decision to deport her was a disgrace and should never have been taken @patel4witham .

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Louise Ellman

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1 year

Great to see Luciana Berger back in the Labour Party. She was driven out by antisemitism in Liverpool Labour when Jeremy Corbyn was leader.Her return is a tribute to Keir Starmer’s success in changing the Labour Party nationally although there is more work to do.Welcome back !

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

3 years

Last year I documented how antisemitism in Liverpool Riverside CLP and in the Party nationally forced me out. I’m appalled that the current MP denies what I experienced. This is gaslighting.

Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

4 years

I’ve written about my experiences in the Times today. Labour must do more

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Louise Ellman

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1 year

Labour was right to withdraw the Whip from Diane Abbott. Her original statement was repugnant and her apology unconvincing. Time for the ‘left’ to recognise antisemitism is racism

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@LouiseEllman

4 years

I was driven out of the Labour Party after 55 years by far left antisemitism. This doesn’t reflect on the great people of multiracial Liverpool who gave me terrific support. Liverpool Riverside MP 1997-2019

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@markblk9779

4 years

@FatherFatigued @1Hermans1999 @paulm1402 Aside from one individual in school (who was a Hitler sympathiser), until 2015 I had never encountered any antisemitism in Liverpool. Post-2015 our CLP (Riverside) became flooded with far left types and they brought the antisemitism.

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Last night I spoke to @BBCNWT about my decision to vote against triggering #Article50 . Liverpool Riverside voted overwhelmingly to Remain.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

I will be voting against the government's Withdrawal Bill tonight. It is outrageous that Parliament has been given such little time to scrutinise it. I support remaining in the EU - this issue must go back to the people! #WithdrawalAgreementBill

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6 months

The Labour party is right to suspend the whip from Andy McDonald. When Jews are experiencing unprecedented levels of antisemitism, evoking ‘the river to the sea’ is deeply provocative and irresponsible. Labour is acting on its pledge to make the party a safe place for Jews.

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Veteran Labour MP suspended over ‘deeply offensive’ Palestine demo speech via @JewishNewsUK

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

3 months

I am appalled at Azhar Ali’s comments repeating outrageous and deeply offensive conspiracy theories. It is right that he has given a full apology. I have known Azhar for over twenty years and he consistently supported me when I was subjected to antisemitic attacks. (1/2)

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4 years

I’ve written about my experiences in the Times today. Labour must do more

Labour must do more to deal with the antisemitism that drove me out

A year ago, I did the unthinkable. I resigned from the Labour Party after 55 years as a member and 50 years as an elected representative, driven out by the ugl

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6 years

Great support for the visit of the #BrexitFactsBus to Liverpool today. More and more people now realise how catastrophic Brexit will be. It’s time to speak out on Brexit. @Liverpool4EU #isitworthit

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

I will not vote to make my constituents poorer! I'll be voting against the Prime Minister's deal tonight. We must seek an extension of Article 50 to allow for a public vote with a Remain option - the best deal we have!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

9 months

When Jess Phillips became chair of the women’s PLP group action was finally taken on Labour’s anti Jewish racism. Thank you Jess! Guardian G2 14Aug

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@LouiseEllman

3 years

Very much looking forward to speaking later #Lab21

Labour Friends of Israel

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3 years

We’re delighted that Dame @LouiseEllman will be a special guest speaker at our #Lab21 conference reception tonight! Join us at 9:30pm in the Balmoral Room at the Brighton Hilton Metropole.

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5 years

Today is my final day in Parliament. Today I have met the Comptroller and Auditor General of the @NAOorguk to discuss their report into the scandalous situation at the new Royal Liverpool Hospital.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Proud to confirm that I am seeking reselection as the Labour and Co-operative candidate for Liverpool Riverside.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

This unprecedented suspension of parliament at this critical time is an affront to democracy. It is a disgrace that elected MPs are being prevented from scrutinizing the PM's high risk policy of taking us out of the EU without a deal.

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@LouiseEllman

5 years

Today, I visited Richard Ratcliffe outside the Iranian embassy in London. This injustice must end! #FreeNazanin

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1 year

Pleased to be in London to hear @Keir_Starmer speak this morning. Today is an important day as the EHRC takes @UKLabour out of special measures on antisemitism. Labour must never return to the shameful time when anti Jewish racism was part of the party under Jeremy Corbyn.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

6 years

At People's Vote March at St George's Hall. Terrific turnout. Very strong msg here to stop #Brexit

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5 years

After today’s events, the Labour Party must now carry out its promise and root out anti-Semitism. Fully support @lucianaberger , a very hardworking and inspirational MP.

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@LouiseEllman

4 years

A heartfelt ‘thank you’ to everyone who supported me locally, in parliament and nationally in the long, agonising struggle against Labour antisemitism The shocking truth is now exposed You are all vindicated!

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@LouiseEllman

3 months

I have always found him to be an ally, which makes these comments out of character. He should now have the opportunity to work with the Jewish community to restore the loss of trust his actions have caused. (2/2)

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Louise Ellman

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6 years

The war in Syria is a humanitarian catastrophe. At PMQs, I called for more humanitarian aid to the civilians suffering in Eastern Ghouta and Afrin. Over 200,000 Kurds have fled Afrin in the last week.

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7 years

Great to join the @UKLabour class of 2017 for a photo yesterday. We're taking the fight to the Tories every single day! #ForTheMany 💪

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@LouiseEllman

6 years

@margarethodge When will the Labour Party learn to stop spinning ?

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

8 years

I'm appalled to read of Momentum's activity in Riverside — our party must take firm action.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

This is clear evidence of interference with Labour's complaints procedures. It is hardly zero tolerance of antisemitism to allow this antisemitic image to be displayed without meaningful sanctions. The party only acted when I took this to the PLP and it became a public issue.

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Times leak Last year, Labour decided not to suspend a member after they published an antisemitic image from a far right website. A party official recommended suspension - but a Corbyn ally directed differently Read the email here in full Story:

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Labour has always fought for and defended hard-won rights - I'll fight to ensure LGBT and women's rights aren't eroded by the #DUPdeal .

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

4 years

My statement following publication of the EHRC report

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@LouiseEllman

5 years

Brexit is not a done deal! MPs should not vote to bring long-term uncertainty, lower living standards, reduction of public services, loss of opportunities. LPL has had £5bn of EU investment, making local economy stronger: supporting business, funding training, backing world class

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Louise Ellman

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6 years

In Parliament today, I will be backing #Liverpool again as the best place for #Channel4 . Time to move out of London.

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5 years

the public should be asked for their views in a referendum – a People’s Vote with an option to remain in EU.

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@LouiseEllman

7 years

Fantastic to be at @LIPALiverpool graduations - LIPA is one of Liverpool's great assets!

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Louise Ellman

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4 years

That’s when I agreed PZ should change its name to JLM!

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4 years

A @UKLabour conference moment that always cheers me up. #OnThisDay 1999, conference chair thinks Poale Zion is a bloke called Paul.. (cc. @LouiseEllman @JewishLabour )

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5 years

Great to see @Liverpool4EU campaigning outside Parliament! It is vital that any proposal goes back to the people for a confirmatory ballot with an option to remain in the EU.

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8 years

This morning I spoke to @daily_politics about my call for an investigation into Momentum activity in Liverpool Riverside.

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8 years

Great to meet with the @WASPI_Campaign group from Liverpool today. I support their campaign for justice!

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

I called on the Govt to stop the cuts inflicted on Liverpool City Council and give a firm date for the completion of the new Royal which is already 2 years late. First Carillon collapsed and now demolitions are taking place in the new building. It is a scandal. My contrib today:

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@LouiseEllman

5 years

I visited the site of new Royal Liv hospital this am with Mayor Joe Anderson. Appalling to see structures being pulled down to reach defective beams put up when Carillion was in charge. Major Qs to answer & vital the new hospital is finished ASAP. Will raise this with Ministers.

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Proud to have been sworn in as @UKLabour and @CoopParty MP for Liverpool Riverside for a sixth time! Thanks to the 40,599 who voted for me!

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Completely agree. This appalling and shameful decision is an affront to all those, Jewish and non-Jewish, who campaign against antisemitism.

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Statement on Livingstone disciplinary.

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5 years

I signed the Church House declaration at the People’s Parliament today. The PM must not be allowed to subvert democracy by closing down parliament while he pushes through a disastrous no deal #Brexit . I will work cross party to prevent this calamity

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

I will be voting to #ScrapTheCap - our hardworking NHS staff provide a world class service. It's about time that they got a pay rise!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

6 years

On Monday, MPs will be voting on #Heathrow . I’m backing a third runway for our only hub airport. It’s needed in the national interest for business, jobs and regional connectivity

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Voted against triggering Article 50 by March. Impact of Brexit on Liverpool is too great to give the Tories a blank cheque w/o full details.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

1 year

@transportgovuk Why has it taken so long for the government to admit that motorways without hard shoulders put lives at risk? The transport select committee urged the government to scrap these dangerous plans in 2016

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@LouiseEllman

6 years

Recent fire at Arena Car Park was a huge operational and strategic challenge for @MerseyFire . Huge praise for our firefighters and emergency services. Visited site with @mayor_anderson and spoke to a number of families on NY Eve affected by the blaze. Will be following this up.

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6 years

Liverpool is the right place for the relocation of Channel 4. A major hub of creativity, energy, expertise and enthusiasm! #4forLiverpool

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

8 years

I support @WASPI_Campaign against the damaging changes to women's state pensions. The government must now act against this great injustice.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

6 years

It is time for the new Royal Liverpool Hospital to be completed. The people of Liverpool need their new hospital!

Liverpool's new Royal hospital stands empty - how did it come to this?

ECHO investigation comes as we reveal new hospital is still more than a year away from being finished

www.liverpoolecho.co.uk

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Animal cruelty is no joke. Join me in supporting @BDCH 's call for tougher sentencing for animal cruelty #NotFunny ➡️

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Supporting @guidedogs ' campaign to stop #PavementParking - 90% of people with sight loss have frequent problems with pavement parked cars!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

Remembering the 96 today. We must never forget. #jft96

Liverpool Echo

@LivEchonews

5 years

Our front page today is in memory of the 96 Liverpool supporters who went to watch their team play on 15 April 1989 and never came home. Our thoughts are with all those affected and the 96 fans who will never be forgotten ❤️🕯💙

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Louise Ellman

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7 months

I felt proud to join the Manchester rally standing up for Israel. Affirming Israel’s duty to stand up to terrorism and defend its people. Condemning the displays of antisemitism on our streets and demanding the release of all hostages.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

4 years

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks He inspired millions of all faiths and none with his deep knowledge, compassion and wisdom A great loss

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Great photo with fellow @UKLabour women MPs yesterday. Once again Labour are leading the way on equality - 45% of the PLP are female! 💁🌹👊

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI)

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

I am continuing to press the government to provide funding to complete the new Royal Liverpool Hospital. This money must be made available - the people of Liverpool need their new hospital.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

Still no answers to the key questions: What are the defects in the new building? Where will the money come from and will it affect other NHS budgets? When will the people of Liverpool get their new hospital? The govt's latest response to me on the new Royal is not good enough!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Appalled by the complacency of David Davis' answer to my question on research funding after Brexit - our universities need answers!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

6 years

The government has cut its funding for fire and rescue in Merseyside by 50% since 2010. They are responsible for the current problems. I will continue to campaign with my colleagues to stop the Tory attacks on public services - there must be no more cuts!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

@thebeatles @AbbeyRoad Also supporting Remain at Abbey Road today.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

I regret that their report will not be published until after the general election. It is vital that the lessons of this failed PFI are learned and that the new hospital is completed as a matter of urgency.

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Louise Ellman

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1 year

At last the government has agreed to stop building dangerous smart motorways without hard shoulders, They should have listened to the warning from the transport select committee in 2016 and abandoned plans for this dangerous project. Appalling that lives have been lost

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Over £8m was lost on Fixed Odds Betting Terminals in Liverpool Riverside last year. The government must take action against this!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

3 years

@Emmabarnett @BBCWomansHour Well done Emma! Racism must always be challenged

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

At #PMQs , I challenged the Prime Minister about the impact that cuts to social care are having on hospitals in Liverpool.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

Great to meet with @Liverpool4EU and other North West campaigners along with @meaglemp at Parliament today. Any Brexit will be a disaster for the UK. A public vote, with a Remain option, must be held! #StopBrexit

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

6 years

I met Health Minister Steve Barclay today to press the government to take action to stop further delays to the completion of the new Royal Liverpool Hospital. Costs for faulty beams and replacement cladding must not cause more delay. I will continue to raise this in Parliament.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

7 years

Supporting @AngelaRayner on school funding - especially on Liverpool schools. We're still waiting for an answer: how big will the cuts be?

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

collaborative research in our universities. It would be irresponsible for Parliament to rubber-stamp a Brexit deal to make the UK poorer. Now it is clearer what the consequences of Brexit will be,

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

It is time Jeremy Corbyn acted on Labour's antisemitism crisis. Here are four practical steps that must be taken now. Let's make progress!

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

Great to meet with @Liverpool4EU along with @meaglemp outside Parliament today. It is essential that a calamitous 'No Deal' Brexit is stopped and the question of Britain's EU membership put back to the people with a Remain option. Remain is the best deal we have!

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

Great to meet with @Liverpool4EU outside Parliament today. It is vital we continue to campaign for a #PeoplesVote - Remain is the best deal we have!

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

5 years

I presented a petition on behalf of Abercromby Nursery School - Govt cuts for nurseries nationally are appalling - they are vital to enable a good start in life. No guarantee of funding beyond 2020 bec of new govt arrangements. Abercromby Nursery are going a great job!

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Louise Ellman

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6 years

I challenged the government on the looming crisis in children’s social care in Liverpool. It is a scandal that child poverty in Liverpool has reached 30%, while our city council will lose 68% of its funding by 2020.

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

I've just challenged the government's attempts to ✂️ education funding by the back door - 28 schools in my constituency would lose out.

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Louise Ellman

@LouiseEllman

6 years

Many people in Liverpool will suffer when the Govt rolls out Universal Credit across the city. Ministers should stop these cuts now! My challenge to them today in Parliament.

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Louise Ellman

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8 years

In parliament today to support the Homelessness Reduction Bill. #ReduceHomelessness

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

My question to the PM yesterday. We should put this issue back to the people to ask if they really want to continue with this perilous journey that will make the UK poorer.

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Louise Ellman

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6 years

Carillion's situation is deeply disturbing. It must be resolved urgently. The new Royal Liverpool Hospital must not face any further delays. Its medical and research facilities are vital for the city.

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Louise Ellman

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3 years

Very sorry to hear Gerry Marsden has passed away. I met him several times when he supported the regeneration of The Florrie in Dingle. Always friendly, always popular. A genuine guy. Condolences to his family.

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Ken Livingstone's continued remarks have no place in @UKLabour . The party has a responsibility to take firm action.

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Louise Ellman

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6 years

I voted against the EU (Withdrawal) Bill at Third Reading this evening #EUWithdrawalBill

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7 years

Proud to join @UKLabour colleagues tonight to vote in favour of a pay rise for our hardworking public sector workers! #ScrapTheCap

The Labour Party

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We’re fighting to amend the #QueensSpeech ✔ End cuts to police & fire service ✔ End Public Sector Pay Cap so workers finally get a pay rise

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Louise Ellman

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3 years

Thank you@ FGGLabour, @ellarachelrose and my good friend @HilaryBurrage for speaking in favour of the motion and everyone who joined the struggle for Labour’s soul. Our Party is moving out of the abyss but only a year after the `EHRC there is clearly still more to do

lee harpin

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3 years

Hearing @FGGLabour tonight unanimously passed motion welcoming back @LouiseEllman and welcoming #EHRC rule changes passed at @UKLabour conference. Motion proposed by @ellarachelrose & seconded by @RossHouston accepted still much to do re toxic culture. Speeches all in favour ..

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7 years

I spoke to @BBCWatchdog about the ongoing #EmissionsScandal - VW should stop denying the problems they've created and put things right.

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6 years

Fantastic news that construction at the new Royal Liverpool hospital site will resume in November with the hospital opening in 2020. The public sector came to the rescue when the PFI failed!

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Louise Ellman

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5 years

#Panorama has exposed the severity of the crisis created by @UKLabour 's failure to tackle antisemitism within the party. An independent complaints process, away from interference from the leader's office, must be urgently established. @jeremycorbyn must show leadership!

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

Great to speak to representatives from Trade Unions in the creative arts industry. Any Brexit deal must protect our creative industries.

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Louise Ellman

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7 years

I'm pledging my support for the @JoCoxLoneliness campaign to help combat loneliness. #HappyToChat

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5 years

Good to hear the PM is making money available for hospitals. Is this a guarantee that Liverpool's new hospital will be completed soon?

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4 years

Re: deaths on smart motorways - the Transport Select Ctte in 2016 warned the Government that smart motorways without a hard shoulder were dangerous. Why did they ignore this?

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