Mike Kane MP

As Leader of the Labour Party, I want to change politics. This is how.

Transparency and donations rules for MPs are really important. They exist for everyone - it’s not one rule for Farage, another for the rest of us. It’s vital his failure to declare these further gifts are probed.

Congratulations to Bev Craig, Labour’s candidate for Greater Manchester Mayor!

Yesterday, I shared constituents Darren and Nicole’s story with the Chancellor in Parliament. With five children and one income, they are struggling to provide even the basics for their family. Watch below ⬇️

We welcome @IMOHQ's announcement to establish an evacuation plan in the Strait of Hormuz. This is a vital humanitarian step that will allow thousands of trapped seafarers to leave safely. We stand ready to support the UN in playing this crucial role.

2/2 I’ve always respected his sense of public duty & commitment to public service, particularly in challenging circumstances. His decision to step down has been made with dignity & I thank him for his service as Prime Minister and Labour leader & wish him well for the future.

1/2 Before anything else, it’s right to recognise Keir Starmer’s contribution to both our Party and the country. He became leader at a difficult time, helped restore trust in our party & led us to a decisive election victory two years ago.

Congratulations @AndyBurnhamGM

Brilliant to have you on board!

@NicolaFa1978 Nicola, I was Aviation Minister, supporting UK aerospace, connectivity and an industry that supports thousands of jobs around Manchester Airport, one of Wythenshawe’s biggest employers. Disagree with me politically if you want, but at least get the facts right.

@JohnSlinger @DAaronovitch @Geri_E_L_Scott @adamboultonTABB @breeallegretti Have a word with @MikeKaneMP Kane, he's my MP, I cannot see why, he's my MP, all I saw was that he was a front bencher, for airplanes, seriously 😳 he was kicked out in 2025, he's a joke.

Excl w/ @breeallegretti: Left-wing MPs are considering standing a candidate against Andy Burnham in a future Labour leadership contest because of concerns the Greater Manchester mayor could abandon progressive positions to broaden his appeal. The Times has been told they do not want Burnham to be treated as the automatic standard-bearer for the left of the party. Some MPs on the hard left have complained that Burnham has fallen in behind immigration reforms proposed by Shabana Mahmood, the home secretary, and backed government guidance on single-sex spaces. One MP on the left of the party told The Times: “A lot of us are increasingly frustrated that he’s being portrayed as the saviour of the left when he’s nothing of the sort. There have been discussions about whether we put up a candidate to try to force him into more progressive positions.” Another MP added: “It will be difficult for the supposed supporters of Andy to back him for leader if he keeps offering something on a Monday then changing his mind on Tuesday. His immigration stance and the possible inclusion of Wes [Streeting] as his chancellor will be a problem.” But the move from the Labour left would likely hasten calls for Burnham to be given a “coronation” if he wins the Makerfield by-election next month and returns to Westminster to challenge Sir Keir Starmer. Another party source said: "A candidate like that wouldn’t reach the threshold for nominations. Quite a lot of their colleagues have been out on the campaign trail over the weekend and seem very excited about the prospect of Andy.” thetimes.com/article/bed428…

@Beverle22804497 Three of us went in quietly for a cuppa and a toastie & nobody knew I was a politician, NOBODY. There’s a big difference between supporting a community café and using one staffed by vulnerable young people as a backdrop for political content without permission or consideration.

@MikeKaneMP It’s a bloody cafe. That’s the whole point - people go in and use it. Why was it ok when you turn up unannounced or indeed the BBCOne show. It was fine then. Pathetic Labour snake pit propaganda . An independent journalist confirmed they had no idea Burnham there

Yesterday whilst campaigning in Makerfield, my small team & I visited this wonderful cafe. The staff were welcoming, attentive & incredibly friendly. The lack of respect shown to the vulnerable adults who work there says so much about Reform and who they are.

Like I said. Reform are still complete amateurs. They messed up initially. But even then they could just have apologised and moved on. But no. They had to run the usual playbook of getting in people’s faces. Nuts.

@LeeAndersonMP_ You don’t need to argue with me, Lee. You need to listen to Gemma, the person who runs The Hamlet, and then decide whether as a Party you are prepared to do the decent thing.

Busy few days campaigning with @UKLabour colleagues in Gorton and Denton, backing our brilliant candidate Angeliki Stogia. Freezing cold, but loads of great conversations with residents. Vote Angeliki on Feb 26th! #gorton #denton

Our Rough Sleeper Support Team supports anyone sleeping rough in Manchester, working alongside members of the Manchester Homelessness Partnership to provide help and often doing joint outreach. Are you concerned about someone? Let us know: orlo.uk/4HvqC

This Labour government is determined to end the pothole plague. We've invested record cash for councils to repair roads and we want to make sure people see the benefits. We're acting to prevent costly repairs, and helping restore pride in communities. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Huge congratulations @bevcraig 👏👏👏👏👏👏

This Advent, cherish God's gifts of peace, hope & joy - Advent reflection by @GlindonMary catholicunion.org.uk/advent-2025/ @Rachel_deSouza @BrendanOHaraMP @DamianHinds @angusmacdlibdem @FJMcNally @CPsPepTalk @UCC_UK @PIMCO @PJFerguson18 @MikeKaneMP @AnthonyMcClaran @sojanuk @sarah_bool

2025 has been quite a year. Manchester… take a bow 👏🏼 Here’s to an even better 2026.