@marshadecordova.bsky.social
Labour MP for Battersea, Balham & Wandsworth
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@marshadecordova.bsky.socialExcessive screen time can lead to children having eyesight problems. The evidence is clear.
The government must act now to address the impacts to prevent avoidable sight loss.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialGreat to be out speaking to residents in Holborn & St Pancras. Only a Labour MP can deliver for people here. Vote Labour on 8th October 🌹
@marshadecordova.bsky.social✝️ Every six weeks I answer Church Questions in the House, when colleagues ask important questions related to Church of England & faith matters. Catch up on the latest
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialFar too many leaseholders in #Battersea have suffered from unfair & unclear charges with too little protection given to them when something goes wrong.
I'm delighted that the Prime Minister announced his Labour Govt will take action, with greater oversight & stronger rights for leaseholders.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialWe can no longer limit our options when thinking of our future with the rest of Europe. It's time to think seriously about EU membership.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialIt is a fact that EU membership would be best for growth, for our shared security & promoting a more peaceful & prosperous world. It would also give us a seat at the decision-making table.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialThe Prime Minister's speech today shows that there is a real appetite to think & act boldly when it comes to our relationship with the EU. While the Government's red lines once served a purpose, the situation has changed & so must our approach when it comes to the EU.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialthat keeps crane-workers & the general public safe to ensure that the #Battersea Crane Disaster never happens again.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialHowever, the Tories coalition govt repealed this legislation, making it now vital that this Labour govt reinstalls it. I'm proud to support the campaign to reinstate this critical legislation
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialled by BWTUC, the Notifications of Conventional Tower Cranes Regulations 2010 was adopted, mandating a national register for crane inspections, ensuring transparency & accountability.
@marshadecordova.bsky.social20 years ago, a catastrophic crane failure on Thessaly Road claimed two lives - Jonathan Cloke & Michael Alexa.
I was honoured to join our community, including Michael's mother Liliana, to remember the victims of the #Battersea Crane Disaster on its 20th anniversary.
Due to sustained campaigning,
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialcapabilities for our helicopter operators. As the Govt looks to build a closer relationship with our EU partners, it's important that full reinstation to EGNOS is on the table - creating better cooperation between our essential services for life-saving results. (2/2)
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialGreat to celebrate Air Ambulance Week by speaking to Air Ambulances UK about the important work their charities do to save lives. As a result of Brexit, the UK lost access to the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS), which has significantly reduced navigation & approach (1/2)
@marshadecordova.bsky.social🔗Live in #Battersea & have an issue? Get in touch. Link in bio
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialGetting timely vehicle licences isn't just about how you get around - for many, it's also the difference between being unemployed & making a living.
🪪I was proud to help this local #Battersea cabbie get his black cab licence, ensuring he could continue to work.
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialon its inaugural day. We also have Clapham Common Park Run that’s been around for more than eight years. It’s great to see so many people from our community come together for sport, fun & social connection ❤️ (2/2)
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialAs we approach the 22nd anniversary of Park Runs, it was great to celebrate their success with Dame Kelly Holmes. After years of campaigning, in 2024, Battersea Park held its first Parkrun. It’s one of the biggest in the UK – and boasts the record for the greatest attendance in the WORLD (1/2)
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialI want to see the successful agreement of the Youth Experience Scheme & the SPS deal as well as Britain's full inclusion in Made in Europe. (2/2)
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialGood to meet with Minister Falconer to discuss UK-EU relations and the upcoming Parliamentary Partnership Assembly (PPA). As Co-Chair of the PPA, I am committed to ensuring a closer, more productive relationship between the UK & EU. Crucially (1/2)
@marshadecordova.bsky.socialWe must also see the immediate release of Palestinian health workers from arbitrary Thanks Palestine Policy Unit for hosting such a powerful event. (3/3)
