Yvonne Fovargue CBE Profile
Yvonne Fovargue CBE

@Y_FovargueMP

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Former Labour MP for Makerfield 2010-2024.

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Joined May 2012
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@StepChange
StepChange
11 days
Whilst it is good to see consumer confidence growing, cost pressures are placing strains on households across Britain. We've responded to the @bankofengland 's latest Money and Credit stats encouraging people who are struggling to seek help from a debt advice charity 👇
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Yvonne Fovargue CBE
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Happy 90th birthday Billy Boston!
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Yvonne Fovargue CBE
2 months
So pleased that work with @ElecSafetyFirst has been effective. Must be introduced without delay
@ZagDaily
Zag Daily
2 months
A new ‘Product Safety and Metrology Bill’ announced in the King’s Speech today seeks to address the fire risks associated with e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries in the UK Read the industry reaction here:
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@ElecSafetyFirst
Electrical Safety First
2 months
Be cautious this #PrimeDay ! 🛍️ Find our top tips for #SafeShopping on our website, including what to look out for when shopping from online marketplaces. Learn more: #OnlineMarketplaces #ElectricalSafetyFirst
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@ElecSafetyFirst
Electrical Safety First
2 months
Our product safety engineer, Giuseppe Capanna, appeared on @BBCMorningLive to discuss e-bike and e-scooter fire risks. He shared safety tips on how to stay safe. Our free #BatteryBreakdown report outlines further solutions:
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Yvonne Fovargue CBE
2 months
Treasury set to regulate ‘buy now, pay later’ credit So pleased that my campaigning has had an effect- even though I am no longer there!
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@ElecSafetyFirst
Electrical Safety First
2 months
Shopping online for Prime Day deals? It isn't always obvious that you are not buying directly from the manufacturer or a well-known retailer. Remember to beware of third-party sellers via online marketplaces. For advice on #SafeShopping :
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@PAUL_BLAY
PAUL BLAY
2 months
LABOUR HOLDS MAKERFIELD 🌹 Congratulations 🌹 @joshsimonstweet on becoming the new MP for Makerfield. 🌹 🌹 🌹 🌹 🌹 🌹
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@joshsimonsmp
Josh Simons MP
2 months
Tomorrow is General Election day. Here in Makerfield, you have the chance to put me at the heart of a Labour government to stand up for this area and deliver for working people. Locally, I’m the only candidate offering the positive, real change that you deserve. After 14
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@paultskenny
Cllr Paul Kenny
2 months
Lovely to join @joshsimonstweet @Y_FovargueMP @clivemorgan1959 @mtmorgan62 at the Community Fun Day this past weekend. Well done to @GGCCwigan for another fabulous and well run event.
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@joshsimonsmp
Josh Simons MP
3 months
For 14 years, @Y_FovargueMP has been a fantastic representative in Parliament for Makerfield, embodying the warmth, openness and pride of everyone here. I am delighted to receive her endorsement and support to be the next MP for Makerfield. It would be an honour to follow in
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@CTSI_UK
Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)
3 months
CTSI President Lord Jamie Lindsay welcomes everyone to day 2 of #CTSIConference2024 ahead of today’s plenary on the drive to net zero, facilitated by @Y_FovargueMP
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@ElecSafetyFirst
Electrical Safety First
3 months
Scott lost his family to a fire caused by a faulty e-bike battery. His home was destroyed. These fires are ferocious, with lives lost highlighting the urgent need for legislative change. Watch Scott's story:
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@StepChange
StepChange
3 months
One in four people are struggling to keep up with their bills. We need all political parties to champion a financial resilience strategy, prioritising: 🏦An expansion of Help to Save 🧾Uprating benefits ⚡Adopting social tariffs 💡Reintroducing the Council Tax support scheme
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@ElecSafetyFirst
Electrical Safety First
3 months
As #ChildSafetyWeek draws to a close, remember: safety is a year-round commitment. It's great to see organisations joining @CAPTcharity in their annual campaign for child safety awareness. #BePowerPositive and prioritise safety for your loved ones. #HomeSafety
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@joshsimonsmp
Josh Simons MP
3 months
I am delighted to officially launch my campaign to be the next MP for Makerfield. It was a privilege to be joined by so many members from @MakerfieldCLP in Jubilee Park today, alongside special guests @AndyBurnhamGM and @Y_FovargueMP . It’s time to end the Tory chaos, turn the
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@MALG_UK
MALG
4 months
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Yvonne Fovargue CBE
4 months
Out in support of ⁦ @clivemorgan1959 ⁩ this afternoon #VoteLabour with ⁦ @paultskenny ⁩ ⁦ @mtmorgan62
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@ElecSafetyFirst
Electrical Safety First
4 months
👇 Listen to Giuseppe share with @BBCSheffield listeners the potential dangers of overcharging e-bike and e-scooter batteries, as well as the concerns around self-certified batteries.
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@mtmorgan62
Mariet62
4 months
🗳️ Election day Thursday 2nd May for Local Councils 🗳 🌹Vote for @clivemorgan1959 Local Labour candidate for Winstanley! 🌹 🆔 Remember you will need a photo ID to vote at the Polling Station!🗳 @HON24885 @Y_FovargueMP @paultskenny
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