Olivia Bailey MP
@oliviabailey.bsky.social
Member of Parliament for Reading West and Mid Berkshire. Please email with casework Olivia.bailey.mp@parliament.uk
As a friend and neighbour, I know that Yuan Yang is a dedicated representative working tirelessly for our communities in Reading.
April 7, 2025 at 3:37 PM
As a friend and neighbour, I know that Yuan Yang is a dedicated representative working tirelessly for our communities in Reading.
I've been in touch with IKEA, West Berkshire Council and National Highways today following significant congestion at the IKEA Calcot Retail Park. All agencies are responding as swiftly as possible to prevent any further issues tomorrow.
March 1, 2025 at 7:44 PM
I've been in touch with IKEA, West Berkshire Council and National Highways today following significant congestion at the IKEA Calcot Retail Park. All agencies are responding as swiftly as possible to prevent any further issues tomorrow.
I welcome the news from Reading FC that they have entered into a period of exclusivity with a potential buyer. 🧵(1/4)
Club Statement | Exclusivity Agreement
www.readingfc.co.uk
February 26, 2025 at 5:19 PM
I welcome the news from Reading FC that they have entered into a period of exclusivity with a potential buyer. 🧵(1/4)
I was delighted to lead my first Westminster Hall debate this afternoon, on the topic of affordable rural housing – an issue vital for many of my constituents 🧵 (1/6)
February 25, 2025 at 7:48 PM
I was delighted to lead my first Westminster Hall debate this afternoon, on the topic of affordable rural housing – an issue vital for many of my constituents 🧵 (1/6)
I have just listened to the Prime Minister announce his commitment to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP from 2027, with an ambition to reach 3% in the next parliament. This is a momentous day for our country and our national security. (1/5)
February 25, 2025 at 3:07 PM
I have just listened to the Prime Minister announce his commitment to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP from 2027, with an ambition to reach 3% in the next parliament. This is a momentous day for our country and our national security. (1/5)
I'm delighted by today's news that we've already delivered the 2 million extra NHS appointments we promised - 7 months early!
February 17, 2025 at 11:49 AM
I'm delighted by today's news that we've already delivered the 2 million extra NHS appointments we promised - 7 months early!
I’ve spoken in the House of Commons many times since I became an MP, but yesterday was a particularly special occasion as we marked LGBT+ History Month. (1/5)
February 14, 2025 at 2:33 PM
I’ve spoken in the House of Commons many times since I became an MP, but yesterday was a particularly special occasion as we marked LGBT+ History Month. (1/5)
We need action not rhetoric to secure our borders. I have written for @labourlist.bsky.social on how this Labour government is delivering just that.
‘The border bill and immigration raids show Labour is taking back control’ – LabourList
Voters want the Labour Government to take back control of our borders – and that’s exactly what we’re doing with our plan for change. I…
labourlist.org
February 10, 2025 at 10:18 AM
We need action not rhetoric to secure our borders. I have written for @labourlist.bsky.social on how this Labour government is delivering just that.
This Labour government are delivering on our promise to put more money in people's pockets.
This week we've confirmed significant increases to the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage from April, set to boost pay packets by as much as £2500 a year.
This week we've confirmed significant increases to the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage from April, set to boost pay packets by as much as £2500 a year.
February 5, 2025 at 5:34 PM
This Labour government are delivering on our promise to put more money in people's pockets.
This week we've confirmed significant increases to the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage from April, set to boost pay packets by as much as £2500 a year.
This week we've confirmed significant increases to the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage from April, set to boost pay packets by as much as £2500 a year.
I am proud to represent a constituency that is so integral to our national security, with many local people employed by the defence sector including young people taking up apprenticeships which will set them up for a varied and skilled career. (1/2)
February 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I am proud to represent a constituency that is so integral to our national security, with many local people employed by the defence sector including young people taking up apprenticeships which will set them up for a varied and skilled career. (1/2)
🚨Great news for our economy today🚨
but what has been announced and why is this so exciting for Reading West and Mid Berkshire?
🧵(1/6)
but what has been announced and why is this so exciting for Reading West and Mid Berkshire?
🧵(1/6)
January 29, 2025 at 2:31 PM
🚨Great news for our economy today🚨
but what has been announced and why is this so exciting for Reading West and Mid Berkshire?
🧵(1/6)
but what has been announced and why is this so exciting for Reading West and Mid Berkshire?
🧵(1/6)
I'm looking forward to voting for the Water Bill this afternoon.
As I said last month, this Bill will clean up our water by:
🛑 banning bonuses for polluting water bosses
🚨 bringing criminal charges against lawbreakers
💰 forcing water companies to cover the cost of enforcement
As I said last month, this Bill will clean up our water by:
🛑 banning bonuses for polluting water bosses
🚨 bringing criminal charges against lawbreakers
💰 forcing water companies to cover the cost of enforcement
January 28, 2025 at 4:03 PM
I'm looking forward to voting for the Water Bill this afternoon.
As I said last month, this Bill will clean up our water by:
🛑 banning bonuses for polluting water bosses
🚨 bringing criminal charges against lawbreakers
💰 forcing water companies to cover the cost of enforcement
As I said last month, this Bill will clean up our water by:
🛑 banning bonuses for polluting water bosses
🚨 bringing criminal charges against lawbreakers
💰 forcing water companies to cover the cost of enforcement
This government's landmark deal with Rolls-Royce to support the Royal Navy's fleet of nuclear submarines is great news for our economy, our national security, and our defence sector. (1/2)
Rolls-Royce wins £9bn UK submarine contract in 'boost to jobs and nuclear deterrent'
The Defence Secretary tells Sky News that the Unity contract award will give a shot in the arm to the economy as well as Britain's nuclear fleet.
news.sky.com
January 24, 2025 at 11:46 AM
This government's landmark deal with Rolls-Royce to support the Royal Navy's fleet of nuclear submarines is great news for our economy, our national security, and our defence sector. (1/2)
The government's Fraud, Error & Recovery Bill has its first reading today.
This important legislation will update many of the DWP's anti-fraud powers for the first time in 20 years to make sure we can stop fraudsters taking public money.
This important legislation will update many of the DWP's anti-fraud powers for the first time in 20 years to make sure we can stop fraudsters taking public money.
January 22, 2025 at 3:27 PM
The government's Fraud, Error & Recovery Bill has its first reading today.
This important legislation will update many of the DWP's anti-fraud powers for the first time in 20 years to make sure we can stop fraudsters taking public money.
This important legislation will update many of the DWP's anti-fraud powers for the first time in 20 years to make sure we can stop fraudsters taking public money.
I was honoured to sign the Holocaust Educational Trust's Book of Commitment today.
January 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I was honoured to sign the Holocaust Educational Trust's Book of Commitment today.
It’s concerning to hear that Tory leader Kemi Badenoch wants to 'means test' state pensions, confirming that her party is not actually committed to maintaining the triple lock which protects all pensioners' incomes against inflation. (1/3)
January 17, 2025 at 3:04 PM
It’s concerning to hear that Tory leader Kemi Badenoch wants to 'means test' state pensions, confirming that her party is not actually committed to maintaining the triple lock which protects all pensioners' incomes against inflation. (1/3)
The Renters' Rights Bill is back in parliament today, and I’m proud to be supporting it. This important legislation will protect the thousands of people who rent their homes in Reading West and Mid Berkshire by:
January 14, 2025 at 12:10 PM
The Renters' Rights Bill is back in parliament today, and I’m proud to be supporting it. This important legislation will protect the thousands of people who rent their homes in Reading West and Mid Berkshire by:
The government's AI Action Plan is set to boost growth and make the UK a tech superpower, but how will it transform our public services? 🧵(1/7)
www.gov.uk/government/n...
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Prime Minister sets out blueprint to turbocharge AI
Artificial intelligence will deliver a decade of national renewal, as part of a new plan announced today (13 January 2025).
www.gov.uk
January 13, 2025 at 2:48 PM
The government's AI Action Plan is set to boost growth and make the UK a tech superpower, but how will it transform our public services? 🧵(1/7)
www.gov.uk/government/n...
www.gov.uk/government/n...
You’ll have seen the Children’s Wellbeing & Schools Bill in the news today as it has its Second Reading – but what does this legislation actually mean for children and families? 🧵(1/11)
January 8, 2025 at 12:12 PM
You’ll have seen the Children’s Wellbeing & Schools Bill in the news today as it has its Second Reading – but what does this legislation actually mean for children and families? 🧵(1/11)
My constituents always tell me how difficult it is to make a GP appointment, so I'm delighted that the government have announced plans to end the 8am scramble by scrapping red tape and delivering the biggest boost to GP funding in years.
Please read Wes Streeting's letter to the GP profession 👇
Please read Wes Streeting's letter to the GP profession 👇
January 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM
My constituents always tell me how difficult it is to make a GP appointment, so I'm delighted that the government have announced plans to end the 8am scramble by scrapping red tape and delivering the biggest boost to GP funding in years.
Please read Wes Streeting's letter to the GP profession 👇
Please read Wes Streeting's letter to the GP profession 👇
I had a great time in Beech Hill last night at the wonderful carol concert - and enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies before hand. Thank you to the parish council for the invitation!
Also pictured: my Dad, who also had a great time. 🎄
Also pictured: my Dad, who also had a great time. 🎄
December 23, 2024 at 12:40 PM
I had a great time in Beech Hill last night at the wonderful carol concert - and enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies before hand. Thank you to the parish council for the invitation!
Also pictured: my Dad, who also had a great time. 🎄
Also pictured: my Dad, who also had a great time. 🎄
Thank you to everyone who attended my surgery in Mortimer this afternoon!
December 20, 2024 at 7:15 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended my surgery in Mortimer this afternoon!
It is a national disgrace that homelessness and rough sleeping levels are at an all-time high with over 123,000 households in temporary accommodation after 14 years of failure.
Today we're investing £137m for councils across the South East to help break the endless cycle of spiralling homelessness.
Today we're investing £137m for councils across the South East to help break the endless cycle of spiralling homelessness.
December 18, 2024 at 8:29 PM
It is a national disgrace that homelessness and rough sleeping levels are at an all-time high with over 123,000 households in temporary accommodation after 14 years of failure.
Today we're investing £137m for councils across the South East to help break the endless cycle of spiralling homelessness.
Today we're investing £137m for councils across the South East to help break the endless cycle of spiralling homelessness.
We've introduced our Children's Wellbeing Bill into parliament today, but how will it protect children? 🔎
🏠 Stronger safeguards on home education
⚠ Unique child identifier to prevent children slipping through cracks
🧑🏫 Multi agency safeguarding teams to bring together support for children
🏠 Stronger safeguards on home education
⚠ Unique child identifier to prevent children slipping through cracks
🧑🏫 Multi agency safeguarding teams to bring together support for children
December 17, 2024 at 6:03 PM
We've introduced our Children's Wellbeing Bill into parliament today, but how will it protect children? 🔎
🏠 Stronger safeguards on home education
⚠ Unique child identifier to prevent children slipping through cracks
🧑🏫 Multi agency safeguarding teams to bring together support for children
🏠 Stronger safeguards on home education
⚠ Unique child identifier to prevent children slipping through cracks
🧑🏫 Multi agency safeguarding teams to bring together support for children