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Every substantive Bluesky post by Andy McDonald, classified for substance and tone — each links out to the original on Bluesky. Back to the MP page.

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Bluesky activity · last 60 days
@andymcdonaldmp.bsky.social
70posts
62substantive
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Voice score reflects the argumentative tone of the MP's own posts (critical vs supportive) — not what other people say about them. The "criticises" and "supports" lists below show who they're directing each tone at.

Most criticises
  • Israel5
  • UK government4
Most supports
  • Labour government12
  • Andy Burnham9
  • Labour Party7
Top topics
  • MP & Parliament13 postsneutral
  • Defence & Security12 postscritical
  • Economy & Jobs (General)9 postsneutral
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Each post links out to the original on Bluesky — open it there to read the full thread and replies.

WhenTopicTonePost
23 Jun 2026Jobs & Employmentmeasured“This morning I attended a Turn2Us event to understand more about experiences of the Jobcentre. For employment reforms to support people into work, the Jobcentre must build trust, confidence and ambition.”↗
22 Jun 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“People want someone who understands their lives and Andy Burnham does that. He speaks to people's aspirations and needs and that's why he won so big in Makerfield and can do the same across our communities.”↗
22 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“The country needs real transformative Labour policies. It's time to elect a new Labour Leader and PM who can rebuild Labour's broad church and regain voters' trust. We will do that by building a country where everyone can afford a good life and has the opportunity to thrive.”↗
19 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“I spoke to BBC Tees about Andy Burnham's election and how Labour is reaching a pivotal point to turn things around. We need to talk about and then deliver on the people's priorities to do so.”↗
19 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“I am absolutely delighted at Andy Burnham’s victory in Makerfield. Not only is it brilliant news for the people in his constituency, but it’s also great news for the entire country.”↗
18 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentangry“Matt Vickers got this about as badly wrong as it’s possible to get, and he should apologise and grow up - sadly he will do neither. It says a great deal about him. northeastbylines.co.uk/news/politic...”↗
17 Jun 2026Otherangry“This event should never have gone ahead. Now there is a prima facie case that people were advertising land in illegal settlements contrary to law. Referring this to the ASA is wholly inappropriate and completely inadequate. The government needs to act.”↗
17 Jun 2026Utilities & Watermeasured“The govt is right to reject the proposed bailout of Thames Water. I urge the govt to go further and to champion public ownership of water, in the public interest. Customers should not pay the price for the private bailout. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...”↗
17 Jun 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“You can read the Ministerial Statement 'Update on Insourcing' here: questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-stat...”↗
17 Jun 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“The govt promised a wave of insourcing - delivering that for govt facilities management is the right thing for taxpayers and for staff. I thank Rachel Reeves and pay tribute to @tuc.org.uk and @pcsunion.bsky.social. This should be the first step in a broader wave across public services.”↗
16 Jun 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“Referring to the Advertising Standards Agency adverts for unlawful property in occupied Palestine, is not enough. If ministers believe settlements are illegal, they should examine using Money Laundering, and Proceeds of Crime, powers — not just adverts. news.sky.com/story/homes-...”↗
16 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Investment in infrastructure, pay restoration, better public services, insourcing.  These are all key actions the govt must take to deliver for voters. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...”↗
16 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentangry“Labour will hand the keys to No10 to Reform, unless they change course. And drastically. I agree with @andreaegangs.bsky.social. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...”↗
14 Jun 2026Defence & Securityangry“Over 100 MPs have urged the govt to prevent today's 'Great Israeli Real Estate event' over illegal Israeli settlement promotion 👇 www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...”↗
12 Jun 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“Nearly 100 MPs and peers call on ministers to stop London event selling off Israeli settlement land this weekend. See @skynewsrss.bsky.social 👇 news.sky.com/story/politi...”↗
12 Jun 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“Almost 100 MPs and Peers are urging Ministers to prevent the 'Great Israeli Real Estate Event' taking place in London this weekend. The govt has an opportunity to uphold obligations under international law and take action against Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine.”↗
12 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“We need a redistribution of economic power, so that workers can secure decent wages and working conditions, through public investment, and through the public ownership of critical sectors of our economy. Read more in TUCG's new paper 👇 tucg.org.uk/wp-content/u...”↗
10 Jun 2026Transportcelebratory“The Railways Bill is the biggest reversal of rail privatisation in a generation. Great British Railways can end fragmentation and reinvest in services. And it can improve conditions for passengers and employees alike.”↗
10 Jun 2026Social Carecelebratory“Migrant workers are what our social care services - and our health service - rely on. We should thank and reward them for the care they give - often for too little pay. Well done @unison.org.uk standing up for members with the #FairVisasNow campaign - I support you.”↗
9 Jun 2026Jobs & Employmentangry“Reform are bankrolled by corporate interests and have used their positions to oppose fair pay campaigns and to vote against basic employment rights. That's why their appeal to trade unions is a complete sham. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...”↗
8 Jun 2026Defence & Securityangry“Last week, the Minister accepted Israel's actions in southern Lebanon amount to war crimes. I'm demanding the Govt ensure it is not complicit in war crimes - suspend any support that could facilitate violations, reconsider arms exports and F-35 supplies, and use sanctions.”↗
8 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“The Railways Bill returns to Parliament this week with its welcome establishment of Great British Railways. I've tabled amendments to: • Make GBR a single employer • Set out access to the Railway Pension Scheme • Keep rules on ticket office hours in place”↗
8 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“A busy start to the week - out with Labour activists today listening to voters and campaigning for Andy Burnham for Makerfield. #AndyForUs”↗
5 Jun 2026Defence & Securityangry“Donald Trump is punishing the people of Cuba as he intensifies the USA's decades-long blockade. I joined colleagues to say Stop Trump's War on Cuba.”↗
5 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“We Own It have been campaigning for a properly publicly-funded railway, which the government is establishing through Great British Railways. I back the amendments they support to reduce fares, open more services and for publicly-owned rolling-stock.”↗
4 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Great to be in Makerfield today campaigning for Labour’s Andy Burnham. He has a positive message about making life more affordable, bringing investment back to our communities, and reconnecting Labour with its roots. #AndyForUs”↗
4 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“With the Railways Bill the government is establishing Great British Railways - our publicly-operated rail service. I met with rail staff members of the TSSA union to discuss how that delivers for rail”↗
4 Jun 2026Cost of Livingmeasured“The govt recently announced a consultation on reducing food tariffs to keep down prices. This is welcome. I've asked a series of questions to make sure people feel the benefit in their own pocket.”↗
3 Jun 2026Defence & Securityangry“Today, I stated that Israel's actions in Lebanon amount to war crimes. The Minister accepted my assessment. The govt must set out the steps it will take to ensure the UK does not aid or assist the commissioning of Israel's war crimes.”↗
3 Jun 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Patients and families should not be left to navigate a fragmented system alone. Ministers should include spinal cord injury in the early stages of Diagnosis Connect. My comments during the NHS Modernisation Bill👇🏻”↗
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Sources & methodology
SourceBluesky / AT Protocol API · author feed. Each post links to the original on bsky.app.
VerificationOnly handles linked from the MP’s own published list are ingested. Self-declared or unverified handles aren’t included.
ClassificationEach post is LLM-classified for substance (vs reposts, social mentions, scheduling), then for tone (critical / measured / supportive) per target.
WindowThe 60-day summary above; the list covers all classified substantive posts.