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

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@claireyoungmp.bsky.social
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  • Prime Minister2
  • Government2
  • Chinese government1
Most supports
  • Liberal Democrats2
Top topics
  • Education7 postssupportive
  • Economy & Jobs (General)4 postssupportive
  • MP & Parliament3 postsneutral
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19 May 2026Educationmeasured“I have written to the Minister to highlight concerns raised at my recent SEND roundtable. The meeting with parents and carers of children with special educational needs was invaluable and has informed me in my ongoing campaign. I’m still waiting for a meeting with the Minister.”↗
18 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Thank you for the warm welcome at Oxford Instruments in Severn Beach. They design and make machines that enable customers to manufacture the most advanced semiconductors, capable of manufacturing at the atomic scale. A truly remarkable place.”↗
15 May 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“Congratulations to Lib Dem candidates Kate Andrews and Jon Lean who have won seats on Frampton Cotterell Parish Council, beating Reform UK by taking 74% of the vote on a very high turnout of 40.5% I’m delighted that residents have backed Kate and Jon and rejected Reform.”↗
13 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Businesses in Chipping Sodbury and Yate are invited to an event at Chipping Sodbury Baptist Church, 5-6.30pm on May 26. I will be there, along with the Chamber of Commerce, to hear about the issues affecting your business.”↗
12 May 2026Educationcelebratory“Congratulations to Aurora Hedgeway School in Pilning - the Modeshift STARS National SEND School of the Year for its travel plans. The school is tucked away on a single track road and has introduced a park and ride scheme, more taxi sharing and secured a 20mph speed limit.”↗
11 May 2026Educationcelebratory“I have spoken to years 10 and 12 at Castle School about what my job entails and how they can be involved in the democratic process. 16 year olds can vote at the next general election, so they will be able to cast their first vote!”↗
8 May 2026Tax & Public Financesmeasured“It was good to catch up with Katie and James Still at The Play Shed in Yate. I will be raising their concerns about VAT rates for hospitality and business rates with ministers.”↗
6 May 2026Educationcelebratory“I was very impressed with the students I met during my visit to SGS’s Filton Campus. They were very clear about what they wanted to achieve and how SGS College is helping them as they start out on their careers across South Gloucestershire and beyond.”↗
3 May 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“Parliament has been prorogued, the king’s Speech for the new session is on May 13. I’ve been reflecting on a busy period.”↗
1 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“It was lovely to cut the ribbon and officially open the Thornbury Banking Hub today. It’s already busy and will be a vital service for people in the town who want to have a face to face meeting with their bank.”↗
1 May 2026Housing & Planningcelebratory“Today the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force, giving new rights to tenants. I popped into Yate Shopping Centre to meet the people behind the #WErentcampaign A free guidebook in plain English is available at www.we-rent.org.uk The pop up living room was a lot of fun!”↗
30 Apr 2026Educationmeasured“I have signed a letter to the Education Secretary expressing concerns about the integrity of the government’s SEND consultation following reports that Labour MPs have received pre-written suggestions on what they should report back after meeting with constituents”↗
29 Apr 2026Transportcelebratory“The Badminton Road bridge over the M4 will open to Pedestrians and cyclists can use it from 19 June at 11am; it will be opened to motorists overnight. I am delighted that the bridge is finally set to open. It's been a very difficult three years for local people and businesses”↗
24 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasured“I was pleased to speak in a debate about the DVLA and its dealings with people who have medical issues. It has meant months of delays for people getting their licence renewed or restored. It’s cost people their independence and livelihoods. Watch here: youtu.be/28Y9pqu7JN4”↗
23 Apr 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“After the issue was raised by a concerned business, I asked the minister how our critical energy infrastructure is being kept safe from possible Chinese interference.”↗
22 Apr 2026Cost of Livingangry“Trumpflation is ballooning the cost of living. All cheered on by Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch.”↗
22 Apr 2026Energy & Net Zerocelebratory“It was great to chat with young apprentices and graduates who are working on carbon capture, utilisation and storage projects. Their work is important in the fight against climate change.”↗
21 Apr 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“I am honoured to have been re-selected by the Liberal Democrats to stand at the next election in Thornbury & Yate. I will continue to work hard for local people and campaign for them both locally and in Westminster.”↗
20 Apr 2026MP & Parliamentangry“I put it to the PM that the Foreign Office must have been under pressure from someone to override the vetting outcome. I got another non-answer - that’s 3 in 8 days!”↗
17 Apr 2026Educationmeasured“If you want to have your say on SEND issues: consult.education.gov.uk/send-strateg...”↗
17 Apr 2026Educationmeasured“I hosted a round table meeting to discuss Special Educational Needs and Disabilities at Dodington Parish Hall. It was to assist parents and carers to make their responses to the SEND White Paper consultation and to help me continue to speak up for them in Parliament.”↗
15 Apr 2026Transportmeasured“I asked the Prime Minister at PMQ’s whether he would support the redevelopment of Yate train station”↗
13 Apr 2026Energy & Net Zeromeasured“I have asked the Prime Minister when he will act to help businesses facing soaring energy prices as a result of the Middle East crisis”↗
12 Apr 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Thank you to Marcus Pont, CEO of Domin Engineering in Pucklechurch for showing me around the factory and sharing his concerns about the impact of Government policy. It was fascinating to see the high tech 3D metal printers and robots at work.”↗
11 Apr 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“I visited the Bromford Housing Association, which is based in Chipping Sodbury, to hear about the ‘AlertaCall’ technology they use to connect with residents and keep them safe”↗
9 Apr 2026Social Carecelebratory“I pulled the winning raffle tickets when I visited The Memory Cafe at Doynton. It provides support for people living with dementia and their carers. The cafe runs on the first Thursday of each month from 2pm - 4pm at Doynton Village Hall www.facebook.com/p/The-Memory...”↗
4 Apr 2026Educationmeasured“Thank you to everyone at Wellesley Primary School in Yate for their warm welcome. I had a chance to discuss funding challenges and the proposed government legislation for Special Educational Needs with Head Heather Small and Chair of Governors Stewart Osgood.”↗
2 Apr 2026Transportmeasured“I know better bus services are a priority for many people in Thornbury and Yate. Here’s a chance to have your say with the people who make the decisions.”↗
1 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“I was honoured to be asked to open the new African Forest area at the Bristol Zoo Project. I cut the ribbon with Roma Wells, presenter of the BBC Travel Programme who was filming for a new episode. The new gorilla house is brilliant, I will be back with my big camera!”↗
31 Mar 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“I was delighted to officially open the new manafacturing unit at Ingenia in Yate. It’s one of the world’s largest producers of ID credential cards, from hotel room access cards to national identity cards. It's a family owned, local success story”↗
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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.