Tom Howard

I’ve been calling for stronger support for the BBC World Service since entering Parliament, so this funding boost is a really welcome step forward! In a world of growing disinformation, backing trusted, independent journalism has never been more important. #BBCWorldService

The Shadow Justice Secretary’s comments are unacceptable and risk fuelling division - we must stand firmly for respect, tolerance and the right to practise one’s faith freely. 👇 #StandUpToHate

Offering to pay a street’s energy bills in the run-up to local elections? That raises serious questions about fairness and the integrity of our democracy. This needs scrutiny. #LocalElections

@LeeGAnderson010 100%!

@TomHowardASD Data harvesting at its finest….!

Dr Jonathan Broad is absolutely right - the current SEND system is too slow, too adversarial, and not working for families. Labour’s reforms are a positive step toward earlier support, stronger mainstream provision, and a more inclusive system that puts children’s needs first.

I’ve had a lot of people get in touch with concerns about heating oil orders. Today, we contacted Goff Petroleum, who confirmed they will honour the original prices for orders placed on 28 Feb and 1–2 March. If you have any issues, please contact them on 01953 713555.

Nice cup of tea to start the day! ☕️ Thanks for the cup @GMB_union! 😊

165 children and teachers reportedly killed after a strike hit a girls’ school in Iran. Civilian targets are never acceptable in war. If the US, as now being reported, was responsible, the world deserves answers - and those responsible must be held accountable.

I've just finished watching the first episode of 'Dirty Business' on Channel 4. The water industry has been out of control for too long. Tighter regulation will help, but it's time water is brought back into public ownership.

The government’s £200 million SEND training investment is a welcome step that will make a difference for pupils and families. Credit to our constituency manager Tom Howard, whose tireless campaigning and commitment to neurodiversity helped drive change! suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmund…

Student loans are sold as fair, affordable, and something you “only repay if you earn well”. But, the reality is very different. For those from low-income backgrounds, ambition now comes with a lifelong financial penalty. Here's my piece for Comment Central.. 👇 commentcentral.co.uk/student-loans-…

LGBT+ History Month isn’t just a celebration. It’s a reminder that progress was fought for - and that silence lets prejudice return in new forms. Here’s my piece in today’s paper. 👇

Freezing student loan repayment thresholds means graduates pay more each month. For many, it’s another pressure added to already stretched finances, making it harder to save, plan, and get ahead. #StudentLoans bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

@GoodwinMJ But your party want to scrap the NHS and move toward a system of private healthcare..

Put this money into the NHS instead

Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council, says councils are experiencing “whiplash” from changes in government decisions. Suffolk residents will be relieved to know he’s finally experiencing the same sensation they get every time they drive over the county’s potholes..

@SnakiestJake I have a job, hence I couldn't reply to you earlier. Spreading fake news seems essential for any member of Reform UK..

@TomHowardASD No one gives a fuck now go get a job you little leeching scumlord

Reform UK has announced it would repeal the Equality Act 2010. That means rolling back protections for disabled people, women, LGBTQ+ people and ethnic minorities. This isn’t reform - it’s regression. Equality is not up for negotiation.