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Every substantive Bluesky post by Ashley Dalton, 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
@ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social
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Most criticises
  • Lancashire County Council2
Most supports
  • Labour government21
  • Police and Crime Commissioner3
  • Armed Forces2
Top topics
  • Education10 postssupportive
  • Crime & Policing8 postssupportive
  • Health & NHS7 postssupportive
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Each post links out to the original on Bluesky — open it there to read the full thread and replies.

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15 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Whilst local people and I are pleased that our petition and other campaigns have forced Reform-led Lancashire County Council (LCC) to keep the Derby Centre open - for now - we remain concerned about potential reduction in services for the longer term.”↗
15 Jun 2026Health & NHSmeasured“If I am not counted, I do not count. I asked Sharon Hodgson MP Minister for Public Health and Prevention, what progress has been made on counting metastatic breast cancer and will she set a deadline for Trusts to report?”↗
12 Jun 2026Educationmeasured“My monthly column in the Ormskirk Advertiser is out. This month is all about how the Labour government is backing working people through flexible courses. You can read the full text on my website: https://www.ashleydalton.uk/2026/06/12/june-2026-ormskirk-advertiser-column/ ”↗
12 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“News of our newly appointed Pride in Place Chair is in the Ormskirk Advertiser this week. If you live in Skelmersdale and haven't already, I'd love to hear your thoughts on how £20 million should be spent in Digmoor. 👇 https://ow.ly/9Oh150Zb2TC”↗
9 Jun 2026Health & NHScelebratory“I'm proud that this Labour government will be introducing England’s first prostate cancer screening programme for men with a higher genetic risk. If you live in West Lancs and have any questions about this, please email me on ashley.dalton.mp@parliament.uk”↗
9 Jun 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Yesterday, I spoke at a petition debate brought in the wake of the Assisted Dying Bill debates in the last parliamentary session. I'm pleased that the state of palliative care is now at the heart of the political agenda. End of life care MUST be better and more accessible for all. ”↗
9 Jun 2026Educationmeasured“SEND services in Lancashire are changing. I'll be holding Lancashire County Council to account, to make sure children and families feel the benefits in West Lancashire.”↗
8 Jun 2026Educationcelebratory“This summer, a pilot of 60 young people across the North West will see young people at risk of leaving school after their GCSEs and entering unemployment take part in a free AI skills bootcamp. Read more here: https://ow.ly/Gakr50Z8TU7 ”↗
8 Jun 2026Educationcelebratory“🆕 Latest figures show this Labour government has delivered more than 70% of the 6,500 additional teachers we promised. This is across primary, secondary, FE and special schools.”↗
6 Jun 2026Educationmeasured“Are you aged 11-30? Have your say on life in West Lancs, education, employment, training, wellbeing and services. The findings are used to inform national policy and influence decision-makes across government as beyond. 👇 https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/youth-voice-census/”↗
5 Jun 2026Social Carecelebratory“I was so pleased to help a constituent get their backdated Carers Allowance. If there's something I can help you with, please do not hesitate to contact me: ✉️Skelmersdale Ecumenical Centre Northway, Birch Green, Skelmersdale, UK 📞01695 559699 📧ashley.dalton.mp@parliament.uk ”↗
5 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Labour is backing young people with the Youth Guarantee. We're offering businesses grants of up to £5,000 for hiring young people in West Lancs and a fully-paid 6 month placement for young people who have been out of work for 18 months. Sign up here: business.gov.uk/recruit ”↗
2 Jun 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“Congratulations to Kevin Davidson, our new Chair of the Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board for Digmoor! Kevin grew up in Digmoor, attended local schools and has spent more than two decades working in and for the Skelmersdale community. ”↗
29 May 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“Digmoor/Skelmersdale residents: have your say on what £20 million should be spent on in the area. Share with friends and family who may not have seen 👇 https://www.ashleydalton.uk/2025/09/23/ashley-fights-for-major-investment-in-skem-and-wants-your-views/ ”↗
28 May 2026Educationcelebratory“Edge Hill University is one of the first 130 colleges and universities to back this Labour Government’s Lifelong Learning Entitlement. New flexible courses designed to help working people upskill and retrain while balancing work and family lives are coming to West Lancashire. ”↗
28 May 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“We know the summer holidays can be especially tough for families. That’s why we’re rolling out the Summer of Savings to make life that little bit easier, and give families the chance to enjoy the summer together 🌞”↗
27 May 2026Immigrationcelebratory“Labour is restoring order and control. Net migration is down 82%. Net migration is now at 171,000, down from a high of 944,000 under the Conservatives. 12,000 fewer people are in asylum hotels since last year. 60,000 people with no right to be here have been removed.”↗
26 May 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“☀️ Great British Summer Savings ☀️ We're cutting VAT to 5% on children’s menu meals, children’s tickets for cinemas, theatres and concerts from 25 June – 1 September. Children aged 5-15 will get free bus travel in England throughout August.”↗
22 May 2026Educationmeasured“My monthly column is out in the Ormskirk Advertiser this week. This month’s column was all about my SEND roundtable and the importance of local people feeding into government policies. 👇”↗
22 May 2026Transportcelebratory“Children aged 5-15 travel for FREE on buses across West Lancashire in August this year! 🚍 Labour is helping families with the cost of living. Share with parents or young people who need to know.”↗
21 May 2026Local Governmentmeasured“I'm continuing to hear from constituents about the poor Royal Mail service in Skelmersdale. I have also now written directly to the Chief Executive, Mr Alistair Cochrane, to raise my serious concerns about the service.”↗
21 May 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“The Labour Party must do the hard work of winning back the trust of the people; to do that we must be united. As the ballot for PMBs takes place this morning I’m calling on any Labour MPs drawn not to divide us again. Only 6% of voters say this issue is a priority www.theguardian.com/society/2026...”↗
20 May 2026Health & NHScelebratory“Great to meet with @breastcancernow.bsky.social, Rethink Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Network Australia, @clivejonesmp.bsky.social & Claire Myerson. I'll be working with the DHSC to support their work on the Cancer Plan, so that people with metastatic breast cancer are included in the data. ”↗
20 May 2026Health & NHSempathetic“I recently visited Queenscourt Hospice with Bill Esterson MP and Patrick Hurley to discuss the hospice's financial crisis. I know many people in West Lancashire use this hospice and it means a lot to individuals and their loved ones. https://www.queenscourt.org.uk/”↗
20 May 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the UK and worldwide, yet 90% of cases are preventable and almost all cases are curable if detected, diagnosed and treated early. SKCIN are urging you to #CheckYourSkin monthly for signs of change. skcin.org ”↗
18 May 2026Health & NHScelebratory“Did you hear? The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is now law! When I was Health Minister, I was honoured to lead the third reading of this Bill on behalf of the Government. It will protect children from smoking and vaping, and record funding will support millions of adults to quit. ”↗
15 May 2026Educationmeasured“Last chance to share your views on the government's proposed changes to the SEND system. Complete the survey on my website by midday on Monday 18 May & I'll share with the Department for Education. https://www.ashleydalton.uk/2026/04/28/share-your-views-on-the-governments-proposed-send-reforms/ ”↗
15 May 2026Educationcelebratory“I’m so pleased that the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill has recently received royal assent, meaning it is now law. This is the single biggest piece of child protection legislation in a generation. ”↗
14 May 2026Educationmeasured“In April, wrote to LCC on the government's investment in SEND, urging them to prioritise West Lancashire. Here is the response, with no specific mention of West Lancs. I will continue fighting for SEND children in our constituency and call on LCC to prioritise West Lancs. ”↗
13 May 2026Health & NHScelebratory“I'm delighted to be speaking at the CoppaFeel! Conference in June, focused on improving outcomes for younger people with breast cancer. I'll be sharing my experience of developing the Cancer Plan, and how it can deliver for people with breast cancer. https://ow.ly/k3Zq50YYXBk ”↗
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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.