Nadia Whittome MP
@nadiawhittomemp.bsky.social
Labour MP for Nottingham East • Nottingham born and bred • she/her 🌹🏹🏳️🌈
I visited a clinic in Nottingham that provides respiratory care for homeless people, run by @nottmhospitals.bsky.social, alongside Framework Charity, @nottinghamcitycare.bsky.social, and Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
November 26, 2025 at 5:44 PM
I visited a clinic in Nottingham that provides respiratory care for homeless people, run by @nottmhospitals.bsky.social, alongside Framework Charity, @nottinghamcitycare.bsky.social, and Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
The government is finally scrapping the cruel two-child benefit cap.
This decision is long overdue, but I’m relieved for the 450,000 children who will be lifted out of poverty by the end of Parliament.
Today’s announcement wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless work of campaigners.
This decision is long overdue, but I’m relieved for the 450,000 children who will be lifted out of poverty by the end of Parliament.
Today’s announcement wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless work of campaigners.
November 26, 2025 at 2:11 PM
The government is finally scrapping the cruel two-child benefit cap.
This decision is long overdue, but I’m relieved for the 450,000 children who will be lifted out of poverty by the end of Parliament.
Today’s announcement wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless work of campaigners.
This decision is long overdue, but I’m relieved for the 450,000 children who will be lifted out of poverty by the end of Parliament.
Today’s announcement wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless work of campaigners.
Muslims in the UK continue to face hate crimes, fuelled by Islamophobic and anti-migrant rhetoric from far-right politicians and the media.
This Islamophobia Awareness Month, we stand in solidarity with our Muslim friends and neighbours. We must always challenge the normalisation of such hatred.
This Islamophobia Awareness Month, we stand in solidarity with our Muslim friends and neighbours. We must always challenge the normalisation of such hatred.
November 25, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Muslims in the UK continue to face hate crimes, fuelled by Islamophobic and anti-migrant rhetoric from far-right politicians and the media.
This Islamophobia Awareness Month, we stand in solidarity with our Muslim friends and neighbours. We must always challenge the normalisation of such hatred.
This Islamophobia Awareness Month, we stand in solidarity with our Muslim friends and neighbours. We must always challenge the normalisation of such hatred.
Last year, violence against women was declared a “national emergency” in England and Wales, with stalking, harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence affecting an estimated one in 12 women.
November 25, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Last year, violence against women was declared a “national emergency” in England and Wales, with stalking, harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence affecting an estimated one in 12 women.
The Tories cut 70% of youth services funding in less than a decade.
Now, many young people have retreated online, which is impacting their mental health and puts them at risk of radicalisation.
A wealth tax can help fund mass investment in the youth services we desperately need.
Now, many young people have retreated online, which is impacting their mental health and puts them at risk of radicalisation.
A wealth tax can help fund mass investment in the youth services we desperately need.
November 24, 2025 at 5:34 PM
The Tories cut 70% of youth services funding in less than a decade.
Now, many young people have retreated online, which is impacting their mental health and puts them at risk of radicalisation.
A wealth tax can help fund mass investment in the youth services we desperately need.
Now, many young people have retreated online, which is impacting their mental health and puts them at risk of radicalisation.
A wealth tax can help fund mass investment in the youth services we desperately need.
Nottinghamshire MPs have written to @uniofnottingham.bsky.social, urging the university to reconsider proposed course suspensions and potential closures, which would significantly impact staff, students, and our wider city and county.
November 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Nottinghamshire MPs have written to @uniofnottingham.bsky.social, urging the university to reconsider proposed course suspensions and potential closures, which would significantly impact staff, students, and our wider city and county.
The government announced today that it plans to prevent migrants without British citizenship from accessing benefits and social housing.
It will also double the period to qualify for settled status from 5 years to 10. 1/2
It will also double the period to qualify for settled status from 5 years to 10. 1/2
November 20, 2025 at 11:05 PM
The government announced today that it plans to prevent migrants without British citizenship from accessing benefits and social housing.
It will also double the period to qualify for settled status from 5 years to 10. 1/2
It will also double the period to qualify for settled status from 5 years to 10. 1/2
This is a dark and dangerous path.
The government has said it won’t be rushed, and I sincerely hope this means that Ministers will reject any EHRC guidance that further harms trans people.
Parliament should instead make clear in legislation that “single-sex spaces” are to be trans-inclusive.
The government has said it won’t be rushed, and I sincerely hope this means that Ministers will reject any EHRC guidance that further harms trans people.
Parliament should instead make clear in legislation that “single-sex spaces” are to be trans-inclusive.
November 20, 2025 at 7:47 PM
This is a dark and dangerous path.
The government has said it won’t be rushed, and I sincerely hope this means that Ministers will reject any EHRC guidance that further harms trans people.
Parliament should instead make clear in legislation that “single-sex spaces” are to be trans-inclusive.
The government has said it won’t be rushed, and I sincerely hope this means that Ministers will reject any EHRC guidance that further harms trans people.
Parliament should instead make clear in legislation that “single-sex spaces” are to be trans-inclusive.
This #TransgenderDayOfRememberance, we remember the over 280 trans people killed globally this year and the many more lost to suicide.
They deserved to live safely, without fear, and to be fully who they are.
May their memories move us to keep fighting for a world where all trans people are free.
They deserved to live safely, without fear, and to be fully who they are.
May their memories move us to keep fighting for a world where all trans people are free.
November 20, 2025 at 10:44 AM
This #TransgenderDayOfRememberance, we remember the over 280 trans people killed globally this year and the many more lost to suicide.
They deserved to live safely, without fear, and to be fully who they are.
May their memories move us to keep fighting for a world where all trans people are free.
They deserved to live safely, without fear, and to be fully who they are.
May their memories move us to keep fighting for a world where all trans people are free.
Extremely concerned to see mass arrests of peaceful protesters in Nottingham under anti-terror laws.
This is why I opposed Palestine Action's proscription. Conflating terrorism and protest will only continue eroding our rights to free speech.
This is why I opposed Palestine Action's proscription. Conflating terrorism and protest will only continue eroding our rights to free speech.
Police arrest 28 people at Palestine Action protest in city centre
There were dozens of police officers in attendance at the protest
www.nottinghampost.com
November 19, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Extremely concerned to see mass arrests of peaceful protesters in Nottingham under anti-terror laws.
This is why I opposed Palestine Action's proscription. Conflating terrorism and protest will only continue eroding our rights to free speech.
This is why I opposed Palestine Action's proscription. Conflating terrorism and protest will only continue eroding our rights to free speech.
This is who the government is trying to copy with its anti-refugee policies.
Truly strategic geniuses. 4D chess. Well done everyone.
Truly strategic geniuses. 4D chess. Well done everyone.
November 19, 2025 at 11:19 AM
This is who the government is trying to copy with its anti-refugee policies.
Truly strategic geniuses. 4D chess. Well done everyone.
Truly strategic geniuses. 4D chess. Well done everyone.
The government claims it wants to stop small boats crossing the Channel, yet its new policies will make it harder for refugees to bring their spouses and children safely. This will push more women and children onto dangerous dinghies.
I asked the Home Secretary if this is really what she supports.
I asked the Home Secretary if this is really what she supports.
November 18, 2025 at 2:20 PM
The government claims it wants to stop small boats crossing the Channel, yet its new policies will make it harder for refugees to bring their spouses and children safely. This will push more women and children onto dangerous dinghies.
I asked the Home Secretary if this is really what she supports.
I asked the Home Secretary if this is really what she supports.
The government should be ashamed that its migration policies are being cheered on by Tommy Robinson and Reform.
Instead of standing up to anti-migrant hate, this is laying the foundations for the far-right.
I questioned the Home Secretary on how she can be proposing such obviously cruel policies.
Instead of standing up to anti-migrant hate, this is laying the foundations for the far-right.
I questioned the Home Secretary on how she can be proposing such obviously cruel policies.
November 17, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The government should be ashamed that its migration policies are being cheered on by Tommy Robinson and Reform.
Instead of standing up to anti-migrant hate, this is laying the foundations for the far-right.
I questioned the Home Secretary on how she can be proposing such obviously cruel policies.
Instead of standing up to anti-migrant hate, this is laying the foundations for the far-right.
I questioned the Home Secretary on how she can be proposing such obviously cruel policies.
So the solution is… to join in?
I'm afraid the “dark forces” are calling from inside the house at this point.
I'm afraid the “dark forces” are calling from inside the house at this point.
November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
So the solution is… to join in?
I'm afraid the “dark forces” are calling from inside the house at this point.
I'm afraid the “dark forces” are calling from inside the house at this point.
This morning, Uniting Nottz brought together community organisations and people with lived experience to set out the systemic, structural change and investment needed to tackle knife crime.
Proud to be a small part of this and to present their demands to the government.
[📸Anna Jade Photography]
Proud to be a small part of this and to present their demands to the government.
[📸Anna Jade Photography]
November 14, 2025 at 5:18 PM
This morning, Uniting Nottz brought together community organisations and people with lived experience to set out the systemic, structural change and investment needed to tackle knife crime.
Proud to be a small part of this and to present their demands to the government.
[📸Anna Jade Photography]
Proud to be a small part of this and to present their demands to the government.
[📸Anna Jade Photography]
I was heartbroken to hear the news of Marley Gascoine’s death in St Ann’s on Monday, and I’m seriously concerned about the frequency of knife-related incidents across our city.
My heart goes out to Marley’s loved ones during this devastating time. [1/2]
My heart goes out to Marley’s loved ones during this devastating time. [1/2]
Knife crime concerns 'ignored for too long' following fatal stabbing
The death of 20-year-old Marley Gascoine has sparked calls for more funding to prevent further tragedies
www.nottinghampost.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:32 PM
I was heartbroken to hear the news of Marley Gascoine’s death in St Ann’s on Monday, and I’m seriously concerned about the frequency of knife-related incidents across our city.
My heart goes out to Marley’s loved ones during this devastating time. [1/2]
My heart goes out to Marley’s loved ones during this devastating time. [1/2]
Solidarity with resident doctors striking in Nottingham and across the country from today.
Their pay is 21% lower today in real terms than it was in 2008/9, with a third of doctors planning to leave.
A fair settlement is vital to the future of our NHS.
Their pay is 21% lower today in real terms than it was in 2008/9, with a third of doctors planning to leave.
A fair settlement is vital to the future of our NHS.
November 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Solidarity with resident doctors striking in Nottingham and across the country from today.
Their pay is 21% lower today in real terms than it was in 2008/9, with a third of doctors planning to leave.
A fair settlement is vital to the future of our NHS.
Their pay is 21% lower today in real terms than it was in 2008/9, with a third of doctors planning to leave.
A fair settlement is vital to the future of our NHS.
This week is #TransAwarenessWeek.
Trans people have the same right to freedom, joy, safety, and healthcare as everyone else. But in the UK and across the world, their rights are under attack.
We need to stand up to transphobia and guarantee everyone’s dignity.
Trans people have the same right to freedom, joy, safety, and healthcare as everyone else. But in the UK and across the world, their rights are under attack.
We need to stand up to transphobia and guarantee everyone’s dignity.
November 13, 2025 at 5:43 PM
This week is #TransAwarenessWeek.
Trans people have the same right to freedom, joy, safety, and healthcare as everyone else. But in the UK and across the world, their rights are under attack.
We need to stand up to transphobia and guarantee everyone’s dignity.
Trans people have the same right to freedom, joy, safety, and healthcare as everyone else. But in the UK and across the world, their rights are under attack.
We need to stand up to transphobia and guarantee everyone’s dignity.
It was great to visit Boatyard Boulders, a "real rock" bouldering centre in Nottingham.
I'm pleased that it's expanding its facilities to include a youth club and increase its offerings to local schools.
I'm pleased that it's expanding its facilities to include a youth club and increase its offerings to local schools.
November 13, 2025 at 2:20 PM
It was great to visit Boatyard Boulders, a "real rock" bouldering centre in Nottingham.
I'm pleased that it's expanding its facilities to include a youth club and increase its offerings to local schools.
I'm pleased that it's expanding its facilities to include a youth club and increase its offerings to local schools.
Solidarity with @uonucu.bsky.social members striking over the possible 200+ job cuts at the University of Nottingham, after 650 staff lost their jobs in the past two years.
I also share their deep concerns about new plans to suspend 48 courses, including nursing, modern languages, and music.
I also share their deep concerns about new plans to suspend 48 courses, including nursing, modern languages, and music.
An amazing day of solidarity with staff, students, and community members saying NO to compulsory redundancies and unnecessary course closures.
November 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Solidarity with @uonucu.bsky.social members striking over the possible 200+ job cuts at the University of Nottingham, after 650 staff lost their jobs in the past two years.
I also share their deep concerns about new plans to suspend 48 courses, including nursing, modern languages, and music.
I also share their deep concerns about new plans to suspend 48 courses, including nursing, modern languages, and music.
Since 2023, Sudan’s civil war has claimed more than 150,000 lives and displaced up to 14 million people.
I have written to the government urging it to stop arms sales to the UAE, take stronger action to prevent atrocities, and rapidly scale up humanitarian aid.
I have written to the government urging it to stop arms sales to the UAE, take stronger action to prevent atrocities, and rapidly scale up humanitarian aid.
November 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Since 2023, Sudan’s civil war has claimed more than 150,000 lives and displaced up to 14 million people.
I have written to the government urging it to stop arms sales to the UAE, take stronger action to prevent atrocities, and rapidly scale up humanitarian aid.
I have written to the government urging it to stop arms sales to the UAE, take stronger action to prevent atrocities, and rapidly scale up humanitarian aid.
Scapegoating migrants just lets billionaires off the hook.
Instead of pursuing ever-harsher stances on refugees and migration, we should tax the real culprits driving inequality and exploitation.
Instead of pursuing ever-harsher stances on refugees and migration, we should tax the real culprits driving inequality and exploitation.
November 11, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Scapegoating migrants just lets billionaires off the hook.
Instead of pursuing ever-harsher stances on refugees and migration, we should tax the real culprits driving inequality and exploitation.
Instead of pursuing ever-harsher stances on refugees and migration, we should tax the real culprits driving inequality and exploitation.
In the coming weeks, we’ll hear a lot about the “Danish model”, policies the government is considering to further reduce the rights of asylum seekers and refugees.
As I told the BBC Today Programme, we must not go down this road. It's a dead end – morally, politically and electorally.
As I told the BBC Today Programme, we must not go down this road. It's a dead end – morally, politically and electorally.
UK seeks inspiration from Denmark to shake up immigration system
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is taking cues from some of the toughest migration laws in Europe.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 6:06 PM
In the coming weeks, we’ll hear a lot about the “Danish model”, policies the government is considering to further reduce the rights of asylum seekers and refugees.
As I told the BBC Today Programme, we must not go down this road. It's a dead end – morally, politically and electorally.
As I told the BBC Today Programme, we must not go down this road. It's a dead end – morally, politically and electorally.
It was a privilege to lay a wreath at the Nottingham War Memorial today, in memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defeat fascism, and lives lost in all wars.
Let us honour them by striving towards a world in which everybody has the right to freedom and sovereignty.
Let us honour them by striving towards a world in which everybody has the right to freedom and sovereignty.
November 9, 2025 at 2:18 PM
It was a privilege to lay a wreath at the Nottingham War Memorial today, in memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defeat fascism, and lives lost in all wars.
Let us honour them by striving towards a world in which everybody has the right to freedom and sovereignty.
Let us honour them by striving towards a world in which everybody has the right to freedom and sovereignty.
A joy to visit Dako Flying Angels at Oliver Hind Youth Club in Sneinton last night, a volunteer-run gymnastics club for boys aged 8-18.
Giving young people spaces to socialise and learn from positive male role models is transformative; it improves education and health outcomes, and reduces crime.
Giving young people spaces to socialise and learn from positive male role models is transformative; it improves education and health outcomes, and reduces crime.
November 8, 2025 at 12:15 PM
A joy to visit Dako Flying Angels at Oliver Hind Youth Club in Sneinton last night, a volunteer-run gymnastics club for boys aged 8-18.
Giving young people spaces to socialise and learn from positive male role models is transformative; it improves education and health outcomes, and reduces crime.
Giving young people spaces to socialise and learn from positive male role models is transformative; it improves education and health outcomes, and reduces crime.