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Every substantive Bluesky post by Chris Bloore, 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
@chrisbloore.bsky.social
42posts
39substantive
supportivevoice · celebratory ↗ rising

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 supports
  • West Mercia Police3
  • KCA Redditch2
  • Carers Careline2
Top topics
  • Culture & Community7 postssupportive
  • Crime & Policing4 postscritical
  • Economy & Jobs (General)4 postssupportive
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Each post links out to the original on Bluesky — open it there to read the full thread and replies.

WhenTopicTonePost
13 Apr 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“I’ll be holding constituency advice surgeries across Redditch & the Villages throughout April, May and June These are a chance to meet face-to-face and raise any issue, from housing and healthcare to education, local services or community concerns.”↗
10 Apr 2026Educationmeasured“If you’ve taken out or repaid a loan, share your experience before 14 April. Your voice can help shape change.”↗
10 Apr 2026Educationmeasured“Graduates in Redditch and the Villages, Parliament wants to hear from you A Treasury Committee inquiry is looking at student loans and fairness, with many leaving uni owing £50,000+ and facing frozen repayment thresholds. MPs are asking: are the terms fair and have the goalposts moved?”↗
9 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“A huge thank you to the volunteers who make it all happen. I’ll keep championing community groups like this at the heart of Redditch and the Villages.”↗
9 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Wonderful to visit Redditch Community Shed at the Kingfisher Centre and present their £20,000 National Lottery funding This brilliant group tackles loneliness, builds friendships and supports wellbeing and it was inspiring to meet Terry, 95, who’s been part of the Shed for years.”↗
8 Apr 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Businesses like Bee Lighting are the backbone of our local economy, supporting skilled jobs and innovation. Redditch has a proud manufacturing heritage and I’ll be raising these concerns in Parliament, backing British industry and making sure local voices are heard.”↗
8 Apr 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Great to visit Bee Lighting and hear directly from Colin Fulford and the team. We discussed the real pressures facing UK manufacturers, from rising energy costs to growing reliance on imports.”↗
7 Apr 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“And with the new Fair Work Agency launching, these rights will be properly enforced. This is the New Deal for Working People in action but there’s more to do. @labourunionsuk.bsky.social”↗
7 Apr 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“A landmark step forward for working people in Redditch and across the UK From today, the Employment Rights Act delivers: sick pay from day one, day-one paternity & parental leave, stronger union recognition, new whistleblower protections and bereavement leave.”↗
4 Apr 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“I’ll keep working with retailers, police and partners to keep our high streets safe and thriving.”↗
4 Apr 2026Crime & Policingcelebratory“I welcome the Government’s Winter of Action bringing extra police visibility and action on shop theft and anti-social behaviour. Retail is at the heart of our local economy - supporting jobs and boosting nearby businesses.”↗
4 Apr 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Great to visit Primark in Redditch to discuss tackling retail crime and supporting our town centre businesses. Retail staff deserve to feel safe at work, and shoppers should feel confident coming into town.”↗
3 Apr 2026Educationcelebratory“Facilities like this transform school life and make a real difference to children’s health and love of learning. Huge thanks to the school, Persimmon and everyone involved - a brilliant win for young people across Redditch & the Villages!”↗
3 Apr 2026Educationcelebratory“Thrilled to officially open the new trim trail at Holyoakes Field First School! Thanks to Persimmon Homes’ £6,000 donation, pupils now have a fun, active space to build confidence, strength, balance and wellbeing.”↗
1 Apr 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“That’s a pay rise for 2.7 million people, delivered through the New Deal for Working People. But we won’t stop there. We’re committed to ending unfair age bands. Equal pay for equal work.”↗
1 Apr 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“Great news for working people in Redditch and the Villages! From today, the National Living Wage rises to £12.71 (a £900 boost for full-time workers) while 18–20 year olds see an 8.5% rise to £10.85, worth around £1,500 a year. @labourunionsuk.bsky.social”↗
1 Apr 2026Transportmeasured“Beverley also explained some of the issues causing delays, including bot attacks and people buying tests to resell and shared that changes are being made to tackle these problems. It’s good to see action being taken, but there’s still a long way to go before the system works properly for everyone.”↗
1 Apr 2026Transportmeasured“I met with Beverley Warmington, the new Chief Executive of the DVSA, to raise concerns about the difficulty local residents are having in booking driving tests. She acknowledged the challenges and highlighted that 1.9 million tests were completed last year, with 400 more examiners recruited.”↗
1 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“From producing 90% of the world’s needles to shaping music through legends like John Bonham and Harry, we’ve always punched above our weight. This is a once-in-a-generation chance to celebrate our heritage, creativity and future talent and show the country what makes Redditch truly special.”↗
1 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Redditch is bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028 and I’ve written to Harry Styles asking him to back our bid. For young people here, he's living proof you can go from Redditch to the world stage.”↗
31 Mar 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Our young people have huge potential and local businesses need skills and talent. I’ll work with schools, colleges, employers and youth organisations to create real pathways into education, training and good jobs.”↗
31 Mar 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Young people in Redditch and the Villages deserve real opportunities, not years stuck out of work, education or training. I’ve backed the Government’s new package to tackle youth unemployment and cut NEET levels - a long overdue step change after years of inaction.”↗
30 Mar 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“I welcome progress so far but more must be done. I’ll keep working with Ministers and airlines and taking up cases. If you’re affected, please contact my office.”↗
30 Mar 2026Immigrationempathetic“I raised the situation of stranded Redditch holidaymakers in Parliament and pressed the Foreign Secretary to step up support. Some families are still stuck in the Middle East and nearby countries, facing weeks of delays and visa issues - a deeply stressful situation. They need clear routes home.”↗
29 Mar 2026Energy & Net Zeromeasured“I’m pushing for a fair deal for households off the grid, while continuing to back support for those on mains energy and at the pump across Redditch and the Villages.”↗
29 Mar 2026Energy & Net Zeromeasured“I’ve joined MPs from across the UK calling for a price cap and stronger regulation of off-grid energy. Around 1.7 million homes (including many in our surrounding villages) rely on heating oil or LPG, with no cap or proper protection from high, volatile prices. That’s not fair.”↗
28 Mar 2026Health & NHScelebratory“It transforms the entrance into a warmer, more welcoming space. This is Redditch at its best - compassion, teamwork and community spirit. Thank you to everyone involved.”↗
28 Mar 2026Health & NHScelebratory“Proud to unveil the new WELCOME sculpture at the Alexandra Hospital - a powerful, community-led symbol of care and connection. Created with local residents, NHS staff, artists and partners, these oak hands (based on real staff) come together to form a circle of care as you approach.”↗
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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.