The most frequent topic across the observed posts was clean energy and industrial investment, with multiple announcements regarding private investment and job creation. The post with the highest engagement was from Keir Starmer, which stated that NHS waiting lists are down by more than 86,000.
Three Major Themes
- Clean Energy and Industrial Investment: Keir Starmer announced that £3bn of private investment has unlocked thousands of clean energy jobs in Scotland. Ed Miliband added that the Clean Industry Bonus has resulted in every £1 of public money leveraging £17 from industry. Jo Stevens stated that Labour’s clean power mission is driving jobs and investment across Wales.
- NHS Performance and Innovation: Keir Starmer announced that NHS waiting lists are down by more than 86,000 this month. Separately, Wes Streeting stated that on New Year’s Day, ambulances arrived 15 minutes faster than the same time last year. Darren Jones highlighted the use of technology at St Bartholomew’s Hospital, including Al to diagnose people earlier and robot-assisted surgery.
- Education and SEND Training: Bridget Phillipson announced what she described as “the most ambitious SEND training package in our country’s history.” The programme, backed by £200m, will require SEND training for every teacher to ensure staff can support a range of needs.
Keir Starmer announced that thousands of clean energy jobs have been unlocked for people in Scotland, supported by £3bn of private investment. Heidi Alexander stated she had written about ending the “pothole plague” with record funding. Ed Miliband reported that the Clean Industry Bonus has crowded in over £3bn of private investment, creating jobs in industrial heartlands, and that public investment is bringing in billions from the private sector. Subsequently, Keir Starmer announced that NHS waiting lists are down by more than 86,000 this month. Wes Streeting stated that New Year’s Day was the busiest day for 999 calls in NHS history, yet ambulances still arrived 15 minutes faster than the same time last year. The Cabinet Office noted that the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister, Darren Jones, met with families being honoured with the Elizabeth Emblem. John Healey stated that the government’s Armed Forces Bill delivers on its promise with better housing and protections. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport posted that the route for the Tour de France would be announced that evening.
The Wales Office announced that Wales will host Stage 3 of the Tour de France for the first time in 2027. Jo Stevens also noted the news, stating it was a huge moment for Wales and Cardiff. She separately posted that Labour’s clean power mission is driving jobs and investment across Wales. Douglas Alexander highlighted £1.1bn supply chain investment & 2,400 jobs for Scotland. Pat McFadden reported meeting with the Japanese Ambassador to discuss issues including youth unemployment and inward investment.
Bridget Phillipson announced the “most ambitious SEND training package” in the country’s history. Jo Stevens stated that Labour is the only party serious about delivering clean energy in Wales. Darren Jones MP highlighted that St Bartholomew’s Hospital is at the cutting edge of NHS technology, using AI and robot-assisted surgery. The House of Lords announced its agenda included debates on the RareCancersBill and the TerminallyIllAdultsBill. The Cabinet Office announced a national service of remembrance for the infected blood community will be held on Tuesday 19 May. The Northern Ireland Office issued a final reminder for its Connect Fund Roadshow.
Bridget Phillipson reiterated the announcement of the “biggest SEND teacher training programme ever,” backed by £200m. Yvette Cooper stated she was in Camp Viking to see the work of the Royal Marines and to sign a new agreement with Norway on tackling the Russian Shadow Fleet. Keir Starmer commented on the UK’s 100 Year Partnership with Ukraine, stating, “We will continue to work together for both of our interests.”
Outlook / Emerging Trends
The Cabinet Office announced that there will be a national service of remembrance at St. Paul’s Cathedral for the infected blood community on Tuesday 19 May, and that interested parties should register before 22 January. Additionally, the Wales Office and Jo Stevens confirmed that Wales will host Stage 3 of the Tour de France in 2027.
