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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️

@laylamoran.bsky.social

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Member of Parliament for Oxford West and Abingdon | Chair of the Health & Social Care Select Committee | Here because Musk ruined the ‘other (social) place’ | she/her | Promoted by the Lib Dems, Unit C5 Grange Court, Barton Lane, OX14 3NB

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · May 7

I’m delighted to announce the birth of my first child. I will be taking about 5 months of parental leave, during which time my office will remain open and a proxy vote will be in place to ensure constituents are represented in Parliament.

Layla Moran - Oxfordshire Liberal Democrats

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 8h

The war is Gaza has gone on two years too long. I welcome this ceasefire of course but it’s hard to celebrate after we’ve had such misery and destruction. In this war we’ve seen the worst of humanity. In its aftermath I hope we see the best.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 8d

On International Day of Older People, it is important to highlight the challenges faced by our older friends and relatives daily.

The Health Committee are currently exploring ways in which physical exercise can help as we progress into our later years.

Healthy Ageing: physical activity in an ageing society - Committees - UK Parliament

The Committee is undertaking an inquiry into the role of physical activity in improving the health and wellbeing of our older population. Progress on improving healthy life expectancy in England…

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 9d

Today marks the end of the bathing water season for 2025.

In 2022, we finally secured the bathing status of Wolvercote Mill Stream. We will continue to work together with all those who fight so hard to ensure Wolvercote remains a place to swim and play for years to come. 🏊🎣 🚣‍♂️

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 13d

The two child benefit cap is cruel and punishes hard-working families across Britain.

That is why I am again calling on the Government to scrap the cap now.

www.oxonld.uk/scrap-two-ch...

Call to scrap two child benefit cap - Oxfordshire Liberal Democrats

www.oxonld.uk

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 17d

Amazing! Thinking of all of Alaa’s family, especially his mother Laila, who joined him in hunger strike. I wish them all the best and hope they can now celebrate together.

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

Alaa Abd El-Fattah: Egypt's president pardons prominent activist

The British-Egyptian activist is one of six people whose sentences have been commuted, according to state media.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 18d

UK recognition of the State of Palestine was a promise made to my great grandfather decades ago. While on its own, recognition won’t solve anything without further action, it is a down payment on peace. Today we have just a little more hope, and hope is contagious.

📻 on BBC world service this AM:

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 18d

Today is World Alzheimer's Day.

1 in 3 people in Britain today will go on to develop Alzheimer's in their lifetime. We must work together to tackle this disease.

Find out the amazing work which the Alzheimer's Society does today:
www.alzheimers.org.uk

Alzheimer's Society

Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity. We give vital support to those who need it, fund groundbreaking research, and campaign to improve experiences. It will take a society to beat…

www.alzheimers.org.uk

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 20d

The Education Select Committee have released their report into the SEND crisis.

It correctly highlights the funding issues facing councils and the lack of adequate provision which is having a devasting impact on families.

Now is the time to act.

committees.parliament.uk/publications...

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · 28d

Thank you @paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social for meeting with and raising the case of my constituent Dianne, who tragically lost her son Leon to suicide.

I welcome the govt commitment to improve continuity of care and monitoring for those discharged to the community.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Sep 9

On National Emergency Services Day, we pay tribute to the 2 million emergency service workers who dedicate their lives to ensuring the safety of others.

Thank you for the vital work that you do.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Sep 6

This Sunday at 3pm the government will conduct a UK wide test of the Emergency Alerts system.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Sep 4

Congratulations to the Surfers Against Sewage campaign who have just completed their swim along the Thames to call on the government to take action against sewage dumping.

It's time the government took action against water companies dumping sewage into our rivers and lakes.

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The Thames Swim Against Sewage

Right now, a team of 8 world-class swimmers are swimming the length of Thames in a non-stop, 200+km, 3-day relay, finishing at the heart of Government in Westminster. The Thames Swim Against Sewage…

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Sep 4

Parliament has an exciting opportunity for teachers to attend the Teacher Ambassador Programme between the 2nd-4th February 2026 to help build confidence in teaching about the UK Parliament. For more information on this opportunity and how to apply visit: buff.ly/1toYdwN

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Aug 28

Much deserved recognition for Tap Social and their "criminally good" beer. Well done to the team, who give former offenders a chance, providing a job and helping turn lives around.

www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2542157....

Brewery first in city to receive seal of approval at prestigious awards

Tap Social Movement is the first in the city to receive a seal of approval at the prestigious Great Taste Awards 2025.

www.oxfordmail.co.uk

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Aug 21

Congratulations to all students getting GCSE results today. Your results are a testatment to your hard work.

Wishing you all the best with your next steps!

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Aug 14

Well done to everyone receiving A Level, BTEC & T Level results today. You should be proud of what you've achieved and the years of hard work leading to this point.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Aug 11

Absolute shock and sadness at news of Our Lady's Abingdon closure, and understand the anxiety students, their families and teachers must be feeling now. We are engaging with OLA and the County Council as to what support is being offered for students now looking for new schools.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Aug 1

It is as bad as we have ever seen it.

The scenes of famine in Gaza are simply barbaric.

As MPs of Israeli and Palestinian descent, we hope though that recognition of the State of Palestine will serve to flame the embers of hope for peace.

My open letter with @alexsobel.co.uk

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jul 25

Great to see Ed and the Liberal Democrats leading the way on this.

Ed Davey @eddavey.libdems.org.uk · Jul 25

With Trump boycotting this crucial UN summit on a two-state solution, Keir Starmer should go there himself and commit to recognising the Palestinian state.

This is Britain’s chance to lead on the world stage – to stop the horror in Gaza and help deliver a lasting peace.

Screenshot of a news article from The Hill titled "US will skip UN conference on 2-state solution for Israel, Palestine," by Filip Timotija, dated July 24, 2025. The image below the headline shows President Donald Trump standing beside Secretary of State Marco Rubio at a podium during a NATO summit. NATO and summit logos are visible in the background. The article notes that the U.S. will not attend the upcoming UN conference on a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, according to the State Department.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jul 10

Enlightening discussion at the 3rd Oxford Sanctuary Fair in Oxford Town Hall. Very grateful to Cllr Jo Sandelson for representing the Lib Dems.

They tackled key issues facing asylum seekers including ability to work, access to decent housing, mental health support & discrimination.

Panellists at the 3rd Oxford Sanctuary Fair in Oxford Town Hall.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jul 4

One year since Oxfordshire turned orange!

A year on, and it's still the privilege of my life to serve my constituency and work with my newly elected Liberal Democrat colleagues.

I look forward to the remainder of this Parliament to fight for our community.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jun 25

Mohammad’s story shows how deeply betrayed many British Palestinians feel by their government. Words alone aren’t enough.

The UK must take real action by halting all arms sales, recognising the State of Palestine, and ending trade with illegal settlements.

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...

‘Like a trap’: NHS surgeon describes death of nephew, 16, at Gaza food point

Mohammad went missing after becoming separated from his uncles. His family later found his body mutilated beyond recognition

www.theguardian.com

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jun 18

So proud to see @oxfordshirecc.bsky.social once again named the UK's top county council for tackling climate change according to @climateemergencyuk.bsky.social. This goes to show what a Liberal Democrat run council can do.

County Councils’ Climate Action Scorecards

Want to know how effective UK councils’ climate plans and strategies are? Check out the Council Climate Scorecards to see your Council’s score and how it compares to others across the UK.

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jun 17

The water sector is failing.

Yesterday, @amcarmichaelmp.bsky.social‬ and EFRA committee published their sector reform report.

It encourages new ownership models. Lib Dems continue to call for them to be public benefit companies. The govt should listen.

publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cm...

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Report of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee

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Layla Moran MP 🔶🕊️ @laylamoran.bsky.social · Jun 13

Today I breathe a massive sigh of relief, with support finally confirmed for Botley Road businesses.

The whole community has got behind this campaign and should be congratulated for making this happen.

We await further details and will continue to work with businesses and residents on this.

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