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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 1d

I'm backing Bletchley's future.

From launching the Bletchley Investment Taskforce to making sure residents have a say over the shops in Queensway - I'm working collaboratively to bring jobs, opportunity and pride back to our high street.

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Political Opinion: Callum’s Column: Backing Bletchley’s future

This week, I’m writing from Queensway in the heart of Bletchley to talk about something I know matters deeply to so many of you: the future of our high street.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 2d

This is the difference a Labour government makes.

We don't just talk about building hospitals, we actually build them.

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First glimpse of how our long-awaited new hospital will look in Milton Keynes

The first artists’ impression of how the new Milton Keynes hospital will look has this week been released – and public opinion on it is being sought.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 3d

When Mel Stride was Work & Pensions Secretary, welfare spending rose from £298bn to £328bn in real terms.

And under the Tories' watch between 2016 and 2024, the number of civil servants grew by a third from 380k to over 500,000.

There is simply no credibility here.

Duncan Weldon @duncanweldon.bsky.social · 3d

Mel Stride over the weekend: fiscal discipline is key to how we rebuild the party.
Mel Stride today: would anyone like five grand?

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 8d

🌊I’m proud to support a local crowdfunder helping Winslow’s own Malakai Woods chase a life-changing opportunity 🏊

This is not about political ideology. This is about a young person who has shown extraordinary dedication, talent, and drive.

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Callum Anderson MP backs crowdfunder to support local rising swim star

Callum Anderson MP has today pledged his support to a local crowdfunder aiming to give promising young swimmer Malakai Woods the chance to accept a life-changing partial scholarship and join one of th...

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 10d

A really strong speech from the Chancellor yesterday afternoon — clearly setting out the difference a Labour Government makes.

This Government is commitment to spreading opportunity everywhere. Only possible by a Treasury focused on economic & financial discipline. 🌹#Lab25

Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 10d

Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges a library in every primary school by next election 👏

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 14d

It really is that simple...

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 14d

To lead a Labour Government – and a Treasury – you can’t just dismiss the bond markets.

Every pound spent on schools, hospitals & infrastructure depends on credibility with those who lend to the UK. Real change requires fiscal discipline, not wishful thinking.

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Why Starmer believes he can defy Farage and Burnham

The Prime Minister will use Labour’s conference to frame himself as the only serious choice

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 16d

27 is far too young to die. Jess's death is incredibly unfair, and I have so much respect for Andrea for sharing her story.

Jess's rule aims to improve safety and give patients a greater voice, so we can avoid as many tragedies like hers as possible.

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Jess's Rule: GPs to re-check some patients for deadly 'misses'

Jess's Rule urges doctors to 'think again' if they cannot diagnose a patient's illness after three appointments.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 20d

This is the difference a Labour government in power makes.

✅ Day one rights at work
✅ End to fire & rehire
✅ Ban on exploitative zero hours contracts

We’re delivering the biggest boost to workers’ rights in a generation.

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Emily Darlington MP @emily4mk.bsky.social · 22d

It was lovely to meet Dave Phoenix, the new Vice Chancellor of the Open University with fellow MPs @chriscurtis94.bsky.social and @callumandersonmp.bsky.social.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 24d

Danny Kruger quitting to join Reform UK isn’t just a blow for the Conservatives, but a brutal judgement on Kemi Badenoch’s leadership.

UK politics is now about Labour vs Farage: or as I like to call it, Tories 2.0.

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Emily Darlington MP @emily4mk.bsky.social · 27d

Showing off MK’s robots to Treasury Minister Dan Tomlinson with @chriscurtis94.bsky.social @callumandersonmp.bsky.social and Pete Marland at Great Linford Local Centre in MK while chatting pro-growth tax reform for small businesses

Read about it: www.mkfm.com/news/local-n...

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 29d

Russian drones in Polish airspace are a stark reminder: our security is shared.

This week I asked how the UK's defence spending will deliver value and strength. We must invest wisely, support allies, and stand firm against aggression.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · 29d

This #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth, I’m proud to support DKMS in the fight to save lives.

By joining the donor register, we can all play a part. I was personally especially keen to sign up, as donors of African, Caribbean and other black heritage are always in high demand.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Sep 8

📬 Parliament back, and so is my newsletter!

If you haven’t already, you can sign up to receive updates from me directly to your inbox: shorturl.at/IFJff

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Sep 4

Beautiful thing to watch.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Sep 3

Nigel Farage looks uncomfortable as Jamie Raskin uses his opening statement to absolutely demolish him

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British Retail Consortium @britishretail.bsky.social · Aug 29

Local coverage of MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social's visit to F.Hinds in Buckingham and Bletchley. 📰

Thanks again to Callum for showing support to local retailers ahead of the Autumn Budget! 👏

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Callum Anderson MP visits F.Hinds Bletchley to show support for local retailers ahead of the Autumn Budget

Earlier this month on the 19th of August, local MP, Callum Anderson visited F.Hinds in Bletchley alongside the British Retail Consortium (BRC) to understand the impact of business rates on local retai...

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Aug 28

As the “Peace Through Our Eyes” exhibition closes at
@bletchleypark.bsky.social, I'm grateful for their outreach work (and to represent Bletchley).

Featuring young Ukrainians' artwork, it's a reminder that we need to learn lessons from history and fight for peace.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Ukrainian children speak of hope in Bletchley Park exhibition

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Aug 21

📚 GCSE Results Day 2025 🎓

To every student getting results today, congrats! You’ve shown incredible resilience after starting school in a pandemic.

Whatever your next step (college, sixth form or apprenticeship) your future is full of possibility.

You've got this.

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British Retail Consortium @britishretail.bsky.social · Aug 20

Great to have @callumandersonmp.bsky.social visit F.Hinds jewellers in his constituency of Buckingham and Bletchley. 🤝

Good discussion around business rates and what can be done to encourage more investment in Bletchley. 💷

#BuyIntoRetail

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Aug 13

Proud to see Milton Keynes University Hospital reach an incredible milestone - 1,000 robotic surgeries completed!

With state-of-the-art tech like Dr Bot & Dex, MKUH is leading the way in safer, faster, and more precise surgical care for our growing community. 🤖

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Robots in Milton Keynes hospital complete 1,000th surgery

One of the surgeons who uses the robots for various procedures says it is a milestone achievement.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Aug 8

In this month’s Bucks Herald column, I reflect on a busy first year as an MP - and what I’m focusing on this summer.

I've also highlighted successes from over the past year. From funding wins to thousands of cases helped, it’s been a momentous 2024-5.

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Political Opinion: Callum’s Column: Back in the constituency (and getting on with the job)

With Parliament now broken up for the summer, I’ve been spending much more time in our patch.

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Aug 1

🏗️ Proud to see Milton Keynes leading the way on housing delivery - exceeding govt targets with nearly 2,000 new homes built last year.

Great work by Cllr Pete Marland and MK Council showing huge ambition. This is how we restore the dream of homeownership.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Number of new homes fell in Labour's first year but applications rise

Find out how many new homes were registered where you live during Labour’s first year in government

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Jul 30

Here is a statement I published yesterday on Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian state.

Our immediate priority has always been, and continues to be, to end the suffering.

www.callumanderson.org.uk/newsandviews...

— Callum Anderson for Buckingham & Bletchley

THE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN GAZA AND RECOGNITION OF THE PALESTINIAN STATE A statement

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Callum Anderson MP @callumandersonmp.bsky.social · Jul 29

🧑‍⚕️ Fantastic news for our community! ❤️

I’m proud to share that Willen Hospice has been awarded £431,061 through the Labour Government’s historic £75m investment in end-of-life care.

This follows an earlier grant of over £143,000 earlier this year.

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Local MPs celebrate government funding boost for Milton Keynes charity

Willen Hospice awarded over £430,000 by the government to upgrade its facilities.

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