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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 1h

People in Banbury and North Oxfordshire will get help into work as part of Labour’s Connect to Work programme.

Oxfordshire is getting £8.3 million to provide employment support to 2000 sick and disabled
people.

Find out more - seanwoodcock.uk/investment-t...

Investment to help tens of thousands more sick and disabled into work - Sean Woodcock, MP for Banbury

I have welcomed a massive investment in Oxfordshire to help more people into good jobs. / Almost 2000 sick or disabled people in Oxfordshire will receive employment support, thanks to £8.3m in…

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 21h

Really glad to see that the work to the Maternity unit at the Horton is already underway, following the £3.3m investment into our local hospital.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk/health/work-...

Work begins on the redevelopment of Banbury's Horton Hospital maternity outpatient clinic

Work has begun on the redevelopment of the maternity outpatient clinic at Banbury’s Horton Hospital.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 1d

I have also noticed people in the 'Banburyshire Info' group annoyed that I haven't replied to their comments. Unfortunately, due to a complex Facebook issue (which I am trying to sort), I am not able to post directly or comment in this group. If you have an urgent issue, please email me.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 1d

I visited Cleenol this morning, where I was invited to officially open their new laboratory. Cleenol is a family-owned manufacturer of quality cleaning products with a focus on reducing waste and carbon emissions in their products. It was great to speak with staff, and offer my support.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 1d

It was great to visit the new funded school-based nursery in Chipping Norton the other week, which has been a game changer for local children. I look forward to the scheme being expanded in the future so that more local families can benefit.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk/education/ba...

Banbury MP visits new ‘game-changing’ school-based nursery in Chipping Norton

Banbury MP Sean Woodcock recently paid a visit to St Mary’s C of E Primary School in Chipping Norton, one of hundreds of new school-based nurseries launched this year.

www.banburyguardian.co.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 2d

Here is a small snippet of everything I've been working on in the past month. Lots of meeting businesses, and helping local people.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 3d

I am pleased to see that Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways, which service Banbury, have been named as some of the next to be nationalised once their current contracts come to an end next year.

www.gov.uk/government/n...

Next train services to return to public ownership revealed as government delivers railways reset

West Midlands Trains, Govia Thameslink Railway, Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways set to integrate into Great British Railways.

www.gov.uk

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

I was criticised for saying at a local hustings last year that the Conservatives were becoming a party of Climate Deniers. Now it is official policy undermining decades of cross-party consensus on the existential threat we face. A shameful policy.

(Full list of MPs who signed cut for space reasons)

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

Here is another clip from my contributions on the panel dedicated to farming and rural issues, alongside president of the NFU, and 3 other rural Labour MPs. It has been crucial to my work to engage with these issues as a rural MP, ensuring I am representing my constituents.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 4d

Please see my opinion piece below, on protecting our veterans.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 6d

It was lovely to visit Bloxham Grove Academy yesterday, visiting students in all year groups and answering all their fantastic questions about my role as an MP. I also met with headteacher Charlotte Roberts (pictured), who gave me a tour of the school - which I was very impressed by.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 6d

It was great to speak on a farming panel, answering questions on farming and rural issues. I spoke in depth with Tom Bradshaw, the president of the NFU. I also collaborated on ideas with other rural MPs - Maya Ellis MP, Jane Kirkham MP and Jessica Asato MP. Really insightful conversations had.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 6d

I am pleased that a new Costa will be opening in Banbury Sainsbury's next month, bringing back the toilet facilities, and 8 new jobs to the area.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

I was criticised for saying at a local hustings last year that the Conservatives were becoming a party of Climate Deniers. Now it is official policy undermining decades of cross-party consensus on the existential threat we face. A shameful policy.

www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Kemi Badenoch vows to repeal Climate Change Act

Tory leader says she would replace it with ‘cheap energy’ strategy, ending decades-long consensus on climate

www.theguardian.com

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

We said we would get our money back, we are doing it. Pleased to see this judgement, getting our money back from dodgy Covid PPE deals.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cy...

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

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Redevelopment of maternity outpatient clinic underway - Banbury FM

A £115,000 project to redevelop the maternity outpatient clinic at the Horton General Hospital has begun.

banburyfm.com

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 7d

A £115,000 investment is being given to the Horton to redevelop the maternity outpatient clinic, following the Labour government allocating a £3.3 million investment to the Horton. It's great that money is going towards improving these facilities, especially given historical cuts to the service.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 8d

I visited the British Heart Foundation stand at the Labour conference. It was good to speak with staff there about the charity's aims, and how people can get involved to help their important research into cardiovascular disease.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 8d

Really pleased to hear the Prime Minister announce some fantastic policies at the Labour conference this afternoon. Very optimistic about Labour's plans to renew Britain for the better.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 8d

Would you know what to do if a flood was forecast in your area? Now is the best time to get planning to avoid damage to your property and treasured possessions.

Learn what to do: www.gov.uk/prepare-for-...

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 8d

Labour is bringing back maintenance grants, investing in the futures of our young people and those who need it most.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

Thanks to new funded nurseries like the one in Chipping Norton, and free breakfast clubs, Labour is putting more money in the pockets of working people, and investing in children and young people.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

I am proud that Labour is building the next generation of new towns to make the dream of homeownership a reality for you, your friends and your family. Our Labour Government will sweep aside the blockers to get homes built, building the next generation of new towns.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

The investigation reference number is 43250495078, and you can contact Thames Valley Police by speaking to an officer at the scene, calling 101 or via the dedicated webpage for this investigation.

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Sean Woodcock MP @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social · 10d

I am deeply shocked by the reports and my thoughts are with the victim. I know this will have shocked the entire community.

I am keeping in touch with the relevant authorities.

I urge anyone with any information to contact the police urgently.

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

Woman raped by group of men in Banbury churchyard - BBC News

The attack happened in St Mary's Church's churchyard in Banbury, early on Sunday, police say.

www.bbc.co.uk

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