Tom Hayes MP
@tomhayesmp.bsky.social
Labour MP for Bournemouth East 🌹 #AFCB 🍒 For casework, email: tom.hayes.mp@parliament.uk
In Bournemouth East, public servants who gave decades to serving others are being let down by a broken system.
When outsourcing fails, there needs to be accountability.
When outsourcing fails, there needs to be accountability.
February 8, 2026 at 10:59 AM
In Bournemouth East, public servants who gave decades to serving others are being let down by a broken system.
When outsourcing fails, there needs to be accountability.
When outsourcing fails, there needs to be accountability.
Dr Alex Blower, founder of Boys’ Impact and a Research Fellow at Arts University Bournemouth, launched a new national report in Parliament this week.
His work is important because it listens to boys and helps build a culture of respect, dignity, & belonging.
His work is important because it listens to boys and helps build a culture of respect, dignity, & belonging.
February 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Dr Alex Blower, founder of Boys’ Impact and a Research Fellow at Arts University Bournemouth, launched a new national report in Parliament this week.
His work is important because it listens to boys and helps build a culture of respect, dignity, & belonging.
His work is important because it listens to boys and helps build a culture of respect, dignity, & belonging.
January was a busy month in Bournemouth East, and a reminder of why I love this job.
As always, my surgeries are running regularly, and I’m out and about most weeks.
As always, my surgeries are running regularly, and I’m out and about most weeks.
February 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM
January was a busy month in Bournemouth East, and a reminder of why I love this job.
As always, my surgeries are running regularly, and I’m out and about most weeks.
As always, my surgeries are running regularly, and I’m out and about most weeks.
Here’s my January in Parliament. Lots of debates, all aimed at ensuring Bournemouth East's voice is heard at the highest levels.
If you spot something you care about, or there’s an issue I’ve missed, you’re always welcome to contact me.
📩 tom.hayes.mp@parliament.uk
If you spot something you care about, or there’s an issue I’ve missed, you’re always welcome to contact me.
📩 tom.hayes.mp@parliament.uk
February 4, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Here’s my January in Parliament. Lots of debates, all aimed at ensuring Bournemouth East's voice is heard at the highest levels.
If you spot something you care about, or there’s an issue I’ve missed, you’re always welcome to contact me.
📩 tom.hayes.mp@parliament.uk
If you spot something you care about, or there’s an issue I’ve missed, you’re always welcome to contact me.
📩 tom.hayes.mp@parliament.uk
I’ve lost count of the number of times people have said to me, “I’m just tired of chasing.”
This week’s Echo column is about those stories: those people who keep pushing, the barriers they shouldn’t have to face, and how residents' experiences shape the work I'm doing — locally, and in Parliament.
This week’s Echo column is about those stories: those people who keep pushing, the barriers they shouldn’t have to face, and how residents' experiences shape the work I'm doing — locally, and in Parliament.
February 2, 2026 at 11:45 AM
I’ve lost count of the number of times people have said to me, “I’m just tired of chasing.”
This week’s Echo column is about those stories: those people who keep pushing, the barriers they shouldn’t have to face, and how residents' experiences shape the work I'm doing — locally, and in Parliament.
This week’s Echo column is about those stories: those people who keep pushing, the barriers they shouldn’t have to face, and how residents' experiences shape the work I'm doing — locally, and in Parliament.
Brilliant to catch up with Mark and the Hengistbury Head Outdoors team about their mission to restore the education centre.
It was great to get a sneak peek at the amazing upgrades to a much loved place that opened in 1964 and is now happily being brought back to life ❤️
It was great to get a sneak peek at the amazing upgrades to a much loved place that opened in 1964 and is now happily being brought back to life ❤️
January 31, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Brilliant to catch up with Mark and the Hengistbury Head Outdoors team about their mission to restore the education centre.
It was great to get a sneak peek at the amazing upgrades to a much loved place that opened in 1964 and is now happily being brought back to life ❤️
It was great to get a sneak peek at the amazing upgrades to a much loved place that opened in 1964 and is now happily being brought back to life ❤️
Brilliant to be back with friends at YMCA Bournemouth at The Stourvale Centre, learning about their incredible work to support young people and build truly inclusive communities.
January 30, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Brilliant to be back with friends at YMCA Bournemouth at The Stourvale Centre, learning about their incredible work to support young people and build truly inclusive communities.
Brilliant to hold my surgery at Boscombe Library today — from social care to postal deliveries, the athletics track at Kings Park to leasehold reform, thank you to everyone who joined me.
January 30, 2026 at 12:52 PM
Brilliant to hold my surgery at Boscombe Library today — from social care to postal deliveries, the athletics track at Kings Park to leasehold reform, thank you to everyone who joined me.
I had the best time talking to Year 4 pupils at St James’s on Monday about their work on pollution, and the thoughtful ways they’re already thinking about looking after our planet.
They spoke so confidently about litter, plastic, clean air, and the small choices that add up. 💚
They spoke so confidently about litter, plastic, clean air, and the small choices that add up. 💚
January 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM
I had the best time talking to Year 4 pupils at St James’s on Monday about their work on pollution, and the thoughtful ways they’re already thinking about looking after our planet.
They spoke so confidently about litter, plastic, clean air, and the small choices that add up. 💚
They spoke so confidently about litter, plastic, clean air, and the small choices that add up. 💚
Pets are family, and too many owners say they’re bracing themselves for the bill before they’ve even stepped through the door.
The Competition and Markets Authority warned that market problems could cost households up to £1 billion over five years, with prices rising much faster than inflation.📈
The Competition and Markets Authority warned that market problems could cost households up to £1 billion over five years, with prices rising much faster than inflation.📈
January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Pets are family, and too many owners say they’re bracing themselves for the bill before they’ve even stepped through the door.
The Competition and Markets Authority warned that market problems could cost households up to £1 billion over five years, with prices rising much faster than inflation.📈
The Competition and Markets Authority warned that market problems could cost households up to £1 billion over five years, with prices rising much faster than inflation.📈
Proud to speak up in Parliament for the 145 Bournemouth East residents who signed a petition to introduce regulation and licensing for dog and cat rescue centres, and to thank our local animal rescues.
January 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Proud to speak up in Parliament for the 145 Bournemouth East residents who signed a petition to introduce regulation and licensing for dog and cat rescue centres, and to thank our local animal rescues.
Last week I signed the Book of Commitment to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. Shortly after my election, I visited the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp to honour the memory of those murdered. We must stand together against hate and antisemitism.
January 27, 2026 at 10:21 AM
Last week I signed the Book of Commitment to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. Shortly after my election, I visited the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp to honour the memory of those murdered. We must stand together against hate and antisemitism.
Bournemouth may be a young town, but its history bears the weight of sacrifice.
During the First World War, our Town Hall (then the Mont Dore Hotel) was requisitioned as No. 8A Indian Hospital, caring for hundreds of Indian soldiers wounded on the Western Front.
During the First World War, our Town Hall (then the Mont Dore Hotel) was requisitioned as No. 8A Indian Hospital, caring for hundreds of Indian soldiers wounded on the Western Front.
January 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Bournemouth may be a young town, but its history bears the weight of sacrifice.
During the First World War, our Town Hall (then the Mont Dore Hotel) was requisitioned as No. 8A Indian Hospital, caring for hundreds of Indian soldiers wounded on the Western Front.
During the First World War, our Town Hall (then the Mont Dore Hotel) was requisitioned as No. 8A Indian Hospital, caring for hundreds of Indian soldiers wounded on the Western Front.
Pretty much the last kick of the game! 🍒
January 24, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Pretty much the last kick of the game! 🍒
A welcome decision by BCP Council’s planning committee to approve enabling works at the Vitality Stadium, laying the groundwork for AFC Bournemouth’s planned expansion.
January 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM
A welcome decision by BCP Council’s planning committee to approve enabling works at the Vitality Stadium, laying the groundwork for AFC Bournemouth’s planned expansion.
I visited the BBC this week to talk about two things that matter to Bournemouth. First, backing our brilliant local creatives because we need major broadcasters to invest in talent beyond London.
January 22, 2026 at 11:30 AM
I visited the BBC this week to talk about two things that matter to Bournemouth. First, backing our brilliant local creatives because we need major broadcasters to invest in talent beyond London.
We can’t let late-night tweets from President Trump dictate our direction. I’m going to stand up for our values and do all I can to protect both your interests and those of our country, too.
January 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM
We can’t let late-night tweets from President Trump dictate our direction. I’m going to stand up for our values and do all I can to protect both your interests and those of our country, too.
Midwives, maternity support workers, and maternity care assistants are doing extraordinary work, but they’re being stretched too thinly. And everyone feels it.
Ensuring the right staff are in the right place at the right time is vital to the safety of women and babies.
Ensuring the right staff are in the right place at the right time is vital to the safety of women and babies.
January 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Midwives, maternity support workers, and maternity care assistants are doing extraordinary work, but they’re being stretched too thinly. And everyone feels it.
Ensuring the right staff are in the right place at the right time is vital to the safety of women and babies.
Ensuring the right staff are in the right place at the right time is vital to the safety of women and babies.
I'm grateful to Karl, store manager at Boscombe Aldi, for taking time out of a busy day to talk about the rise in shoplifting and the abuse his team are facing just for doing their jobs. No one should feel unsafe at work.
January 20, 2026 at 2:45 PM
I'm grateful to Karl, store manager at Boscombe Aldi, for taking time out of a busy day to talk about the rise in shoplifting and the abuse his team are facing just for doing their jobs. No one should feel unsafe at work.
Great first half. We’d all love to come away with the three points, but a point away is decent 🍒
January 19, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Great first half. We’d all love to come away with the three points, but a point away is decent 🍒
This week’s column is about what it means to grow up today: the pressures young people face, the role models they look up to, and the need to protect childhood better.
January 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM
This week’s column is about what it means to grow up today: the pressures young people face, the role models they look up to, and the need to protect childhood better.
It was brilliant to meet A Level students at United Sixth Form, who’ve launched two impressive businesses through Young Enterprise: one in digital content creation, the other in designing and manufacturing wooden coasters that reflect Bournemouth.
January 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
It was brilliant to meet A Level students at United Sixth Form, who’ve launched two impressive businesses through Young Enterprise: one in digital content creation, the other in designing and manufacturing wooden coasters that reflect Bournemouth.
I loved walking around Boscombe with Labour councillors Patrick Canavan and George Farquhar. We want to thank everyone who stopped to chat. I love Boscombe and put my constituency office on the high street. With big investments coming, I’m feeling positive about Boscombe’s future.
January 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
I loved walking around Boscombe with Labour councillors Patrick Canavan and George Farquhar. We want to thank everyone who stopped to chat. I love Boscombe and put my constituency office on the high street. With big investments coming, I’m feeling positive about Boscombe’s future.
Huge thanks to everyone at St. Walburga’s for such a brilliant visit yesterday!
I was so impressed by the poems and diary entries students wrote after reading Windrush Child by Benjamin Zephaniah, and by their speeches on climate change.
I was so impressed by the poems and diary entries students wrote after reading Windrush Child by Benjamin Zephaniah, and by their speeches on climate change.
January 17, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Huge thanks to everyone at St. Walburga’s for such a brilliant visit yesterday!
I was so impressed by the poems and diary entries students wrote after reading Windrush Child by Benjamin Zephaniah, and by their speeches on climate change.
I was so impressed by the poems and diary entries students wrote after reading Windrush Child by Benjamin Zephaniah, and by their speeches on climate change.
Thank you to everyone who braved the rain to join tonight’s Southbourne Forum meeting. It was great to see so many faces, answer your questions, and hear your views at All Saints Church tonight ❤️
January 16, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Thank you to everyone who braved the rain to join tonight’s Southbourne Forum meeting. It was great to see so many faces, answer your questions, and hear your views at All Saints Church tonight ❤️