@UKLabour
@ShadowDefence
stand four-square behind our Armed Forces, veterans and their families. LFF is the network to keep in touch with those who serve
Like all Royal Marines,
@FredThomas
understands and embodies Excellence, Integrity, Self-Discipline, and Humility.
This is the change you can vote for in Plymouth Moor View on Thursday 4 July.
Shocked and disappointed by the hustings yesterday.
Service should be above political point scoring.
My time as Royal Marines Commando is a privilege of a lifetime. It would be an honour to serve Plymouth in Parliament, as I served our nation before.
Shout out to
@BayoAlaba
making the first of two anniversary parachute jumps to commemorate the Normandy and Arnhem airborne operations, raising funds for the Royal British Legion and Trust Links charities respectively.
This morning I'm packing and checking my parachute, ahead of my jump into Normandy today. There's still time to donate, to raise money for the Royal British Legion and Trust Links Charity:
Labour under
@Keir_Starmer
โs leadership has shown time and again why they are the party of our Armed Forces. Steadfast commitment to service and outright professionalism are shared values that Labour will take into government.
It was a pleasure to meet with our British troops in Estonia and to thank them for their commitment to standing tall against Russian aggression, especially over Christmas.
Labour is proud of their service, bravery and professionalism.
- Reversing cuts to Troop and Tank numbers
- Standing firm with NATO and our allies
- Boris Johnsonโs authority diminished on the world stage
Outstanding interview in
@thetimes
from
@Keir_Starmer
๐๐ป๐๐ป
Today, at the eleventh hour, on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, we pause to honour those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country.
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.
#ArmisticeDay
#LestWeForget
We are here!
@UKLabour
Conference 2021. We've model motions, and policy ideas for local councils to support veterans and the Armed Forces community.
Come and find us, stand 101 in the Brighton Centre.
On the 40th Anniversary of the Falklands conflict, Labour Friends of the Forces remembers the sacrifice of the 255 service personnel who didnโt make it home, and sends our love and support to those still suffering from that bloody conflict.
#Falklands40
75 years ago,
@uklabour
Foreign Secretary Ernie Bevin signed the North Atlantic Treaty on behalf of the people of the United Kingdom. Today, Labourโs commitment to NATO remains unshakeable.
7๏ธโฃ5๏ธโฃ years ago, 12 countries signed the North Atlantic Treaty in Washington, D.C.
This year, 32 NATO Allies will meet again in ๐บ๐ธ to make key decisions on how to continue to protect their one billion citizens.
Learn more about the
#NATOSummit
โฌ๏ธ
Hereโs
@ShadowDefence
โs
@StephenMorganMP
on a visit to see our troops in Gibraltar. Sign up to LFF to talk with
@UKLabour
โs frontbench and join a programme of events that reflect the concerns the forces community ๐๐ป
๐ฃ๏ธ โI decided to come into politics because I think this is an extension of serviceโ
Retired Colonel, Al Carns, explains why he left the
@RoyalMarines
to stand as a
@UKLabour
candidate in the forthcoming election.
Amazing to have had
@AndyBurnhamGM
down to the stand to talk about the great work going on in and around Greater Manchester for Veterans and the Armed Forces Community. Some great ideas planted about wider role of Armed Forces Champions within local councils.
Mike is a veteran who has dedicated his life to public service. He will bring the same work ethic, discipline, and duty to representing Dover & Deal as he did in the British Army.
I'm still your Candidate!
We've seen countless Tory switchers, today another, I look forward to Natalie's support at the next General Election.
Natalie has seen that only Labour has a plan to secure our borders, and build the homes we need.
๐๐ Everyone at Labour Friends of the Forces would like to congratulate
@LukePollard
on his appointment to the
@ShadowDefence
team as Shadow Minister for the Armed Forces. We look forward to working with him. ๐๐
Great to see
@Keir_Starmer
backing our Troops who are working hard throughout this global pandemic. Important for them to know that we as a Party stand right behind them and thank them for everything they do.
Also, so important that
@Keir_Starmer
took time to meet with Chesterfield based veterans from the British Army to hear about the journey from serving to civvy street and how Labour policies should support those who serve.
Sadly,
@Christian4BuryS
has yet to realise that the Union Jack ๐ฌ๐ง mask he is wearing to cross the floor to Labour, is not welcome on that side of the house. ๐
Incredible evening hosted by
@Keir_Starmer
this evening in
@UKParliament
on behalf of Labour Friends of the Forces celebrating
#ArmedForcesWeek
Labourโs commitment to our Armed Forces and their Families is second to none. So great to see ๐๐ป ๐๐ป ๐๐ป
Labour Friends of the Forces members out campaigning in
#Erdington
today supporting
@PauletteHamilto
.
Really positive messages on the doorstep of what a Labour MP can bring to the local community.
Good Luck Paulette! ๐ณ
Not only did Rishi Sunak bail out of the D-Day commemorations early, today we learn that he never planned to go in the first place.
This is a government without standards, without respect, without integrity. Itโs time for change.
Today, on
#VEDay
, we reflect on Denis Healey's wisdom: "Peace is not only better than war, but infinitely more arduous." We honour those who fought tirelessly for peace and freedom across Europe. Their sacrifices will never be forgotten. ๐ฌ๐ง
Up and down the country today, LFF members paused in a moment of solemn reflection remembering those service Men and Women who gave their lives in sacrifice to our Country.
#WeWillRememberThem
#Remembrance2023
With
#ArmedForcesWeek
kicking off today it was great to hear this evening from
@Keir_Starmer
about
@UKLabour
โs on-going commitment to our Armed Forces.
LFF committee members were privileged to be invited to Parliament this evening for the Labour leaders reception.
๐Congratulations to
@TobyDickinson
on being elected Co-Chair of Labour Friends of the Forces this evening. ๐
LFF wouldnโt be where it is today without the outstanding work our outgoing Co-Chair Sarah has put in over the past 2 years. Sarah, Thankyou and best wishes from all.
Congratulations to all those who were successful on their applications for the
@UKLabour
#FutureCandidates
programme. If you're not a supporter of ours give us a follow to find out how you can better help serving pax, veterans and those in the Armed Forces Community.
Wow, what a suprise!! We've come 1st place for best exhibitor stand at
#Lab21
! Thanks to
@JohnHealey_MP
for presenting our award and to all those who voted for us.
An excellent conference for our organisation and we will be back in force next year!
Labour Friends of the Forces and
@StephenMorganMP
today met with members of the Gurkha community at
@SELabour
conference discussing their ongoing campaign for equal pensions and a fairer deal
#LabSE21
Tomorrow we will be be out in support of
@FredThomasUK
@UKLabour
candidate for Plymouth Moor View. Several sessions taking place throughout the day. If you are in the region, join us. Let's help deliver the
#Change
Plymouth Moor View and the country needs.
@PlymouthLabour
๐ฌ๐ง British companies are ready and waiting to build Royal Navy ships in Britain. A competent government would see this as common sense thing to do and invest in UK jobs โฌ๏ธ
It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.
๐ฌ "Britain's service personnel are the best in the world."
@UKLabour
leader
@Keir_Starmer
has given this
#Christmas
message to members of the UK military.๐
Read more๐
I was invited today to help Keir Starmer launch a nuclear deterrent triple lock, showing Labour's serious commitment to our national security, service personnel and good defence jobs. It was a pleasure to hear Keir and John Healey speak so passionately on this issue.
Whilst Remembrance Sunday is marked differently this year, today we all join together to pay our respects to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country. Thank you to all those who stood on their doorstep for a two minute silence
#LestWeForget
Tomorrow
@DanJarvisMP
will open a debate regarding visa fees for Commonwealth Armed Forces pax and vets. Urge your MPs to attend the debate and fight for a change in the laws to remove these unfair charges.
Watch the debate 1330 - 1430 โฌ๏ธโฌ๏ธ
Weโre here in Plymouth today celebrating
#ArmedForcesDay
.
We salute all of those still serving, our veterans and their families for their hard work and sacrifice in ensuring the security of our nation.
Thankyou
Our pleasure to head over to Halesowen and show our support for
@AlexBallinger_
, earlier today. Alex is one of 19 veterans and reservists stepping up to serve their country again, as
@UKLabour
candidates. Vote for
#Change
on Thursday July 4th.
#VoteLabour
๐น
Thanks to
@labourforces
,
@AlistairCarns
and
@steve_mccabe
for joining us in Dudley Wood today - we have lots of servicemen and women standing for Labour. Weโre ready to make the change our country needs
Commonwealth Service people should not have to pay for their citizenship twice, once through service to this country and again through these huge profit-making fees.
We agree with
@NickTorfaen
@JohnHealey_MP
and
@UKLabour
in calling for these fees to be scrapped.
We have been out on the doorstep with
@UKLabour
candiate
@patrick_hurley
, this morning. Heading back tomorrow to enjoy the Southport
#ArmedForcesDay
event. With such a large veterans population, they put on a great show. Join us, if youโre in the area.
Today, at the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, we pause to honour those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country.
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.
#ArmisticeDay
#LestWeForget
Huge congratulations this evening to LFF colleague
@BayoAlaba
on his selection as the candidate for Southend & East Rochford!
Bayo will make an outstanding MP. His steadfast dedication will no doubt see him successful at the next election! Congrats!!
Congratulations to
@BayoAlaba
on being selected as Labourโs candidate for Southend East and Rochford.
The people of Southend East and Rochford deserve a dedicated and hard working MP who will stand up for them, and that's exactly what Bayo will be offering them๐น
Serving personnel should not use food banks. Their families deserve decent homes. Defence equipment should be bought from British business first. Our veterans need to get the support they deserve.
The Labour defence team will make this happen.
#Lab23
@UKLabour
Today marks 80 years since the theย D-Dayย landings began on the Normandy beaches of France during World War Two. Allied divisions began landing on the five beaches at 6:30 a.m. on June 6
#DDay80
#legacyofliberation
#rememberandhonour
The military and the Labour Party have a long standing affiliation. It's values are what drive us to try and make the country a better place for Veterans and citizens alike.
A great piece from Co-Chair
@Sarah_C_Church
Labour Friends of the Forces members were out across the country this morning to mark
#RemembranceSunday
A poignant day of reflection, honouring sacrifices made in service to our country. We send our thoughts to those currently serving, especially those deployed on operations.
Congratulations
@FredThomasUK
on your selection from all of us at Labour Friends of the Forces. Outstanding to see another veteran heading towards Parliament. Looking forward to working with you.
I am deeply honoured to have been selected tonight as the Labour Candidate that will fight the next general election for Plymouth Moor View.
This time, we will win, because Plymouth deserves better.
#MercerOut
Labour conference 2023 = done ๐๐ป
Thank you to everyone who came to see us at
#Lab23
& to
@BoeingUK
for making our fringe event happen. Weโd like to thank
@JohnHealey_MP
& the amazing shadow defence team for their support.
Join LFF & you can help the
#ArmedForcesFamily
Many Reservists help make our Armed Forces what they are. The greatest in the world.
Today we pay thanks to all those reservists, past and present, for your service to the nation.
#ReservesDay
#ArmedForcesWeek
British service personnel are the best in the world.
I want to thank our armed forces stationed in Estonia on their mission to protect Britain and our allies as part of NATO.
Merry Christmas to the armed forces community, to those serving at home and abroad, and all LFF supporters. With best wishes from co-chair
@StephenMorganMP
and all management committee members๐โ๏ธ
The Armed Forces owe their strength to the commitment and sacrifice of commonwealth soldiers from around the world. On
#CommonwealthDay
we thank them for their service and ask you to support
@Cit4Sol
in their campaign to get indefinite leave to remain for all commonwealth vets.
All too often we hear from service personnel and their families who are forced to live in accommodation not fit for human habitation. Years of Conservative cuts have left our Armed Forces with crumbling infrastructure and substandard housing. Enough is enough. Thankyou
@TanDhesi
Too many brave servicemen and women, along with their families, are stuck in substandard accommodation.
Tory failure to look after UK
#military
families, regardless of how much money they claim to spend, disrespects our armed forces, plus damages recruitment and retention.
The first event of 2022 was announced to supporters via their emails today.
@JohnHealey_MP
and
@DavidLammy
will be joining us to discuss the Shadow Cabinetโs assessment of the situation on NATOโs doorstep.
We are honoured to announce Labour Friends of the Forces as the winner of SME4Labour's 6th Gala Dinner Excellence Award in the category of Labour Friends Group of the Year โญ๏ธ
Hosting another successful event tonight with
@UKLabour
local Councillors who are also Veterans of the Armed Forces / from the Armed Forces Community. Local councils provide valuable services for communities across the country.
Join us for future events
Today marks the start of
#PrideMonth2023
We celebrate the work done to bring LGBT+ equality to our armed forces & reflect on the work we have still to do
This month, & every month, Labour Friends of the Forces stands with the Armed Forces LGBT+ community
#ArmedForces
#Pride
A vote for me is a vote for a brighter future for Old Bexley & Sidcup.
On Thursday 2 December, let's send this Tory Government a message and
#voteLabour
.
Find your nearest polling station here. ๐