Tom Besford
@tombesford.bsky.social
Dad | Rochdale Labour & Co-op Cllr in Littleborough | MP Chief of Staff | music and cultural strategist | Chair Rochdale Co-op Party | Vice Chair Rochdale CLP | Greater Manchester Music Commission | serial Trustee
Taking Reform to task at Rochdale Borough Council last night.
October 16, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Taking Reform to task at Rochdale Borough Council last night.
@mrjamesob.bsky.social some of the finest live commentary I’ve ever witnessed. ‘Effectively a gold carriage journey across the King’s garden.’
September 17, 2025 at 11:24 AM
@mrjamesob.bsky.social some of the finest live commentary I’ve ever witnessed. ‘Effectively a gold carriage journey across the King’s garden.’
This weekend at the Co-op Congress in #Rochdale I had many conversations about the opportunity for the @coopparty.party.coop to be the progressive change making driving force of this government.
Maybe championing cooperative values of inclusion and equity or promoting community ownership and more.
Maybe championing cooperative values of inclusion and equity or promoting community ownership and more.
We’ve got a plan, and we want you to be part of it.
While Reform sows division, we’re building a different politics:
🛠 Giving communities the right to save local spaces
⚡ Putting local people in control of new energy
🏘 Backing ownership that builds pride and trust
While Reform sows division, we’re building a different politics:
🛠 Giving communities the right to save local spaces
⚡ Putting local people in control of new energy
🏘 Backing ownership that builds pride and trust
July 6, 2025 at 10:28 AM
This weekend at the Co-op Congress in #Rochdale I had many conversations about the opportunity for the @coopparty.party.coop to be the progressive change making driving force of this government.
Maybe championing cooperative values of inclusion and equity or promoting community ownership and more.
Maybe championing cooperative values of inclusion and equity or promoting community ownership and more.
I don’t think I’ll ever really understand why we did this to ourselves.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Daniel Hannan celebrates his chronicle of Brexit idiocy foretold | John Crace
Back in 2016, Dan prophesied about what the post-EU sunlit uplands would be like on this very day – no spoiler alert needed
www.theguardian.com
June 26, 2025 at 6:21 PM
I don’t think I’ll ever really understand why we did this to ourselves.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Really great to show @rochdalecouncil.bsky.social new Chief Exec around the ward with fellow Councillors and @paulwaughmp.bsky.social
June 19, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Really great to show @rochdalecouncil.bsky.social new Chief Exec around the ward with fellow Councillors and @paulwaughmp.bsky.social
This is absolutely fantastic news! Something I and many others have been campaigning and working on for years. Thanks @andyburnham.bsky.social and the Greater Manchester Music Commission.
March 11, 2025 at 6:26 PM
This is absolutely fantastic news! Something I and many others have been campaigning and working on for years. Thanks @andyburnham.bsky.social and the Greater Manchester Music Commission.
Today Keir Starmer showed what a true statesman looks like. Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦
March 1, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Today Keir Starmer showed what a true statesman looks like. Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦
Nothing beats a doorknock round on a sunny day. Genuinely lovely to speak to residents and help where we can. #labourdoorstep #littleborough
March 1, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Nothing beats a doorknock round on a sunny day. Genuinely lovely to speak to residents and help where we can. #labourdoorstep #littleborough
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Keir Starmer embraces President Zelensky as he arrives at Downing St.
March 1, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Keir Starmer embraces President Zelensky as he arrives at Downing St.
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Well done BBC for being so unequivocal on calling out Trump’s outright lies as he capitulates to Putin.
Europe needs to stand together in solidarity with Ukraine.
Europe needs to stand together in solidarity with Ukraine.
February 19, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Well done BBC for being so unequivocal on calling out Trump’s outright lies as he capitulates to Putin.
Europe needs to stand together in solidarity with Ukraine.
Europe needs to stand together in solidarity with Ukraine.
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Cold weather payments activated for Rochdale residents ❄️
Due to the cold weather, automatic payments have been issued to elligible residents across Rochdale.
Find out more here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/13/c...
Due to the cold weather, automatic payments have been issued to elligible residents across Rochdale.
Find out more here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/13/c...
Cold Weather Payments Activated for Rochdale Residents - Paul Waugh
Rochdale MP Paul Waugh has announced that eligible residents across the constituency will automatically receive Cold Weather Payments following a recent cold spell. Covering the period from 5th to 11t...
paulwaugh.co.uk
January 13, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Cold weather payments activated for Rochdale residents ❄️
Due to the cold weather, automatic payments have been issued to elligible residents across Rochdale.
Find out more here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/13/c...
Due to the cold weather, automatic payments have been issued to elligible residents across Rochdale.
Find out more here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/13/c...
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Today I spoke in Parliament about the hard work being done in Rochdale to protect women and girls from domestic violence and from the scourge of grooming gangs.
See the full speech here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/09/g...
See the full speech here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/09/g...
January 9, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Today I spoke in Parliament about the hard work being done in Rochdale to protect women and girls from domestic violence and from the scourge of grooming gangs.
See the full speech here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/09/g...
See the full speech here:
paulwaugh.co.uk/2025/01/09/g...
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This is not what he said and they know it. Something very disturbing has happened to much of the British press and a fair amount of conservative politics. The extremist Musk tail wagging the formerly mainstream dog.
January 7, 2025 at 9:23 AM
This is not what he said and they know it. Something very disturbing has happened to much of the British press and a fair amount of conservative politics. The extremist Musk tail wagging the formerly mainstream dog.
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The UK music industry is reporting record revenues. The reality is much gloomier | Eamonn Forde
The UK music industry is reporting record revenues. The reality is much gloomier | Eamonn Forde
We’re apparently spending more on music than any time since the CD era – but the calculation methods are archaic, and don’t reflect the low incomes for many artists
• News: UK music sales hit record high as Taylor Swift tops album sellers
If the record…
www.theguardian.com
January 8, 2025 at 6:49 AM
The UK music industry is reporting record revenues. The reality is much gloomier | Eamonn Forde
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This is the colleague that the likes of Cleverly, Badenoch & Jenrick are refusing to defend...
@mrjamesob.bsky.social
Please watch this speech by Jess Phillips in the HoC to guage how pationate she is about the victims of Child Sex Abuse.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0C6...
Please watch this speech by Jess Phillips in the HoC to guage how pationate she is about the victims of Child Sex Abuse.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0C6...
Jess Phillips is a Legend
YouTube video by Max Brockbank
www.youtube.com
January 7, 2025 at 11:16 AM
This is the colleague that the likes of Cleverly, Badenoch & Jenrick are refusing to defend...
Stop politicising sexual violence against children and stop spreading misinformation.
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...
Town's name 'exploited by people playing political game'
Paul Waugh spoke in the House of Commons as the Home Secretary defended her decision not to launch a national inquiry into groomin gangs
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
January 7, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Stop politicising sexual violence against children and stop spreading misinformation.
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...
This is absolutely fantastic news. Nick and the team of volunteers have been working tirelessly to restore this much loved community space for years.
This investment will secure the future of Hare Hill House.
This investment will secure the future of Hare Hill House.
🎄Another early Christmas present! Hare Hill House in Littleborough has today been awarded a £337,000 grant by the government to create a fabulous community hub.
Many congratulations to Nick Andrews and all the volunteers.
I’m so pleased to have played my part in securing the funds needed.
Many congratulations to Nick Andrews and all the volunteers.
I’m so pleased to have played my part in securing the funds needed.
December 23, 2024 at 9:18 AM
This is absolutely fantastic news. Nick and the team of volunteers have been working tirelessly to restore this much loved community space for years.
This investment will secure the future of Hare Hill House.
This investment will secure the future of Hare Hill House.
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🎄Well this is a nice early Christmas present.
Rochdale has been awarded £20 million after campaigning by myself + the council for cash to regenerate our town.
Shows what a huge difference a Labour MP working with a Labour Govt and a Labour Council can make
facebook.com/share/p/rHwQSC…
Rochdale has been awarded £20 million after campaigning by myself + the council for cash to regenerate our town.
Shows what a huge difference a Labour MP working with a Labour Govt and a Labour Council can make
facebook.com/share/p/rHwQSC…
December 21, 2024 at 12:02 PM
🎄Well this is a nice early Christmas present.
Rochdale has been awarded £20 million after campaigning by myself + the council for cash to regenerate our town.
Shows what a huge difference a Labour MP working with a Labour Govt and a Labour Council can make
facebook.com/share/p/rHwQSC…
Rochdale has been awarded £20 million after campaigning by myself + the council for cash to regenerate our town.
Shows what a huge difference a Labour MP working with a Labour Govt and a Labour Council can make
facebook.com/share/p/rHwQSC…
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It was dark during the Council Mtg
But in daytime there's a great view of the Seven Sisters thru' the gorgeous windows
So the Seven Sisters were standing sentinel outside as the Motion in favour of Saving them was passed 🥲
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@andyburnham.bsky.social
But in daytime there's a great view of the Seven Sisters thru' the gorgeous windows
So the Seven Sisters were standing sentinel outside as the Motion in favour of Saving them was passed 🥲
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@andyburnham.bsky.social
December 19, 2024 at 12:49 PM
It was dark during the Council Mtg
But in daytime there's a great view of the Seven Sisters thru' the gorgeous windows
So the Seven Sisters were standing sentinel outside as the Motion in favour of Saving them was passed 🥲
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@andyburnham.bsky.social
But in daytime there's a great view of the Seven Sisters thru' the gorgeous windows
So the Seven Sisters were standing sentinel outside as the Motion in favour of Saving them was passed 🥲
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@andyburnham.bsky.social
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'Stand Up for Social Housing'
c500 #Homes kept empty on College Bank
We support the Council Motion for Refurbishment NOT demolition
Support us in Supporting this Motion
Rochdale Town Hall
Weds 18 Dec 6pm
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@tombesford.bsky.social
@triciaayr.bsky.social
c500 #Homes kept empty on College Bank
We support the Council Motion for Refurbishment NOT demolition
Support us in Supporting this Motion
Rochdale Town Hall
Weds 18 Dec 6pm
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@tombesford.bsky.social
@triciaayr.bsky.social
December 17, 2024 at 8:18 PM
'Stand Up for Social Housing'
c500 #Homes kept empty on College Bank
We support the Council Motion for Refurbishment NOT demolition
Support us in Supporting this Motion
Rochdale Town Hall
Weds 18 Dec 6pm
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@tombesford.bsky.social
@triciaayr.bsky.social
c500 #Homes kept empty on College Bank
We support the Council Motion for Refurbishment NOT demolition
Support us in Supporting this Motion
Rochdale Town Hall
Weds 18 Dec 6pm
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
@tombesford.bsky.social
@triciaayr.bsky.social
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College Bank has been suffering neglect & lack of maintenance
We asked for Quick Wins to start putting this right
See our before & after photos of a canopy repair
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
We asked for Quick Wins to start putting this right
See our before & after photos of a canopy repair
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
December 15, 2024 at 9:54 AM
College Bank has been suffering neglect & lack of maintenance
We asked for Quick Wins to start putting this right
See our before & after photos of a canopy repair
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
We asked for Quick Wins to start putting this right
See our before & after photos of a canopy repair
@tombesford.bsky.social
@paulwaughmp.bsky.social
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Our brilliant posties do a fabulous job all year round, but we’re especially grateful in the run up to Christmas.
Many thanks to Lesley, Michaela, Kirsty and all the team at Royal Mail in Rochdale.
Many thanks to Lesley, Michaela, Kirsty and all the team at Royal Mail in Rochdale.
December 14, 2024 at 5:04 PM
Our brilliant posties do a fabulous job all year round, but we’re especially grateful in the run up to Christmas.
Many thanks to Lesley, Michaela, Kirsty and all the team at Royal Mail in Rochdale.
Many thanks to Lesley, Michaela, Kirsty and all the team at Royal Mail in Rochdale.
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It was lovely to help judge the annual Christmas Window Decoration Competition in Littleborough village.
Many congratulations to Janet’s Hair Salon and the Highly Commended runners up: Knickerish-Allsorts, Busy Beans Coffee and The Secret.
Many congratulations to Janet’s Hair Salon and the Highly Commended runners up: Knickerish-Allsorts, Busy Beans Coffee and The Secret.
December 14, 2024 at 4:10 PM
It was lovely to help judge the annual Christmas Window Decoration Competition in Littleborough village.
Many congratulations to Janet’s Hair Salon and the Highly Commended runners up: Knickerish-Allsorts, Busy Beans Coffee and The Secret.
Many congratulations to Janet’s Hair Salon and the Highly Commended runners up: Knickerish-Allsorts, Busy Beans Coffee and The Secret.
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Amplify is almost here!
Here's a sneak peek of some of what's inside 👀
Look out for your copy arriving this week
Here's a sneak peek of some of what's inside 👀
Look out for your copy arriving this week
December 11, 2024 at 5:35 PM
Amplify is almost here!
Here's a sneak peek of some of what's inside 👀
Look out for your copy arriving this week
Here's a sneak peek of some of what's inside 👀
Look out for your copy arriving this week