Middlesbrough Mela is a bright positive event that has always been so well organised and supported for more than 30 years - I hope everyone can enjoy the wonderful entertainment, the fabulous food and all the positivity the weekend brings. I raised this in the House of Commons.

The ideology of privatisation has been ruinous for the railways and it's about time it was corrected. Today I spoke in support of the government's Passenger Rail Public Ownership Bill.

The Grenfell inquiry shows residents and first responders were failed by construction firms, central government, and the London Fire Brigade's management. We've consistently highlighted the risks of cladding since 1999, and we will continue to do so today.

This year's pay offer by the new government was a good start and the right thing to do. I agree with Paul Nowak - pay restoration is a legitimate demand for public sector workers. #TUC24 theguardian.com/politics/artic…

People who work in every day jobs, shouldn't be paying a higher rate of tax than someone who get their income through shares or property. Paul Nowak is right that levelling that playing field would be a good step and would raise billions 👇 #TUC24 mirror.co.uk/news/politics/…

This week saw the announcement of a partial suspension of arms export licenses to Israel. I asked the Foreign Secretary what further steps he is prepared to take. I have since sought further answers on the continued export of F-35 jet components. #Gaza

My constituency survey runs until Friday 13th September. If you have views on cost of living, child poverty and pensioner fuel costs, please fill it in now 👇 andymcdonaldmp.org/constituency-s…

I am receiving a significant amount of correspondence from constituents expressing concern at the removal of the Winter Fuel Allowance. It will affect an estimated 75% of recipients in Middlesbrough & Thornaby East. I have made sure the Chancellor is aware of local concerns.

My constituency survey runs until Friday 13th September. If you have views on cost of living, child poverty and pensioner fuel costs, please fill it in now 👇 andymcdonaldmp.org/constituency-s…

I am proud to be endorsed for Chair of the House of Commons Transport Committee by @RMTUnion Gen Sec Mick Lynch. #GM4TSCChair 🗳️#1

Today we're laying legislation to allow every community in England to Take Back Control of our buses After 40 years of failed deregulation & falling passenger numbers, this The Labour Party Government is delivering on our promise to act on behalf of passengers bbc.com/news/articles/…

Today, 60,000 workers take on Asda in their fight for equal pay. It’s the biggest ever private sector equal pay claim. Will you stand with us? ✊

As President of @the_TUC and General Secretary of the Fire Brigades Union I spoke to TUC conference about the Grenfell tragedy. The inquiry that came out last week demonstrated without a doubt that the fire was preventable. That can never be allowed to happen again.

I'm pleased to have nominated @GrahameMorris to be chair of the House of Commons Transport Committee.

Thousands of bus routes closed under the Conservatives. It is absolutely right that Labour gives local communities the power to control their bus services. That is starting today 👇 bbc.com/news/articles/…

My constituency survey runs until Friday 13th September. If you have views on cost of living, child poverty and pensioner fuel costs, please fill it in now 👇 andymcdonaldmp.org/constituency-s…

The economic damage of 14 years of Conservatism cannot be denied. But we cannot wrestle control of the economy on the backs of the poor. The proposal to cut winter fuel payments even at this late stage needs reconsideration. - my thoughts in The i paper 👇 inews.co.uk/news/politics/…

My comment on today's Winter Fuel Payments vote 👇