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Every substantive Bluesky post by Gregor Poynton, 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
@gregorpoynton.bsky.social
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supportivevoice · measured → steady

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
  • SNP Scottish Government21
Most supports
  • Labour government39
  • UK Labour Government33
  • Police Scotland21
Top topics
  • Culture & Community65 postscelebratory
  • Local Government54 postssupportive
  • Crime & Policing49 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
20 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“I'm looking forward to working with Prime Minister Andy Burnham to deliver for West Lothian and ensure communities across the Livingston constituency have a strong voice at the heart of government.”↗
20 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Congratulations to Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister. Over the last two years, the UK Labour Government has laid the foundations for change. Now it's time to build on that progress and make sure every postcode benefits from economic growth, investment and opportunity.”↗
19 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“Additional support will also be available for participants from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping ensure these life-changing opportunities are accessible to all. 📰 Read more here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/your-world/m...”↗
19 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“This will allow schools, colleges, universities, youth organisations, and sports clubs to access funding for international exchanges, partnerships, and professional development, with the first funding round expected to open in November.”↗
19 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“Erasmus+ has transformed the lives of countless young people, giving them opportunities to study, train, volunteer, and work abroad 🌍📚 From 2027, young people will once again be able to take part in the programme, backed by the UK Labour Government's £570 million investment.”↗
18 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“ These conversations are invaluable, and I'd like to thank everyone who took the time to answer and chat. If there's an issue affecting you or your community, don't wait until my next street surgery. You can always contact me at gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk.”↗
18 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“I've already begun taking those concerns forward and will continue working with Police Scotland while pressing the SNP Scottish Government to provide the resources needed to tackle the problem effectively.”↗
18 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“ While there was a range of topics raised, many people spoke about the dangerous use of illegal off road bikes and modified e bikes, and the impact they're having on day to day life.”↗
18 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“I was out in Deans recently speaking with residents, listening to their concerns and discussing the issues that matter most to them.”↗
18 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“Regular street surgeries are one of the best ways to stay connected with what's happening in communities across the Livingston constituency. 1/5”↗
18 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“The Government intends to bring forward the necessary regulations later this year, with the new protections expected to come into force in early 2027. 📰 Read more here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/your-world/m...”↗
18 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“There was overwhelming support from local residents for stronger action to tackle harmful content, addictive platform design, and excessive screen time. Many respondents highlighted concerns about the impact social media is having on young people's mental health, sleep, and overall wellbeing.”↗
18 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“These have been shaped by the UK-wide consultation on children’s social media use, which my Livingston constituency online survey helped inform directly.”↗
18 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“The proposed measures include social media curfews for 16 and 17-year-olds, autoplay and personalised content feeds switched off by default, mandatory breaks for under-18s using AI chatbots, and stronger protections against harmful online content.”↗
18 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“Following the decision to introduce a social media ban for under-16s, the UK Labour Government has this week announced further plans to strengthen online safety for young people 📱🖥️”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“🔗 Link here: ditresearch.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“This is a real opportunity to shape stronger laws that protect our communities while allowing organised displays to continue safely. If you've ever been affected by the anti-social use of fireworks, I'd encourage you to take a few minutes to have your say in the consultation.”↗
17 Jul 2026Othercelebratory“The consultation is looking at: 🎆 Restricting the loudest fireworks to professional displays. 🚫 Banning more fireworks that pose an unacceptable risk to communities. 📋 Reviewing the rules around lower-risk fireworks to make sure they're fit for purpose.”↗
17 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“I've been pushing for action because I've heard first-hand from families, pet owners and vulnerable residents about the impact this has every year. Now, the UK Labour Government has announced the biggest review of fireworks legislation in a generation 👏”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“From calling for Firework Control Zones, carrying out a constituency-wide survey that showed 85% of residents wanted tougher restrictions, to urging supermarkets to stop selling fireworks altogether,”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Since my election in 2024, I've been campaigning to tackle the anti-social misuse of fireworks here in the Livingston constituency and across West Lothian 🎇”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Residents are fed up with this behaviour and want to see real action. I'll keep pushing the SNP Scottish Government until our communities are safer. If there's an issue in your area that you'd like to raise, you can always get in touch with me at gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk.”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“That includes properly resourcing Police Scotland with dedicated enforcement, greater use of drone technology to identify offenders safely, and the resources needed to seize and permanently remove illegal vehicles from our streets wherever the law allows.”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Since then, I've raised the issue with Police Scotland and have now written to the Scottish Government calling for tougher action.”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“In the time my team and I were out speaking to residents, we saw the problem for ourselves.”↗
17 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“When I was out at my street surgery in Deans, residents spoke to me about a range of local issues, but one concern stood out, the use of illegal off-road bikes, modified e-bikes and other motorised vehicles being ridden dangerously through housing estates.”↗
16 Jul 2026Culture & Communitymeasured“You'll find Military Museum Scotland at: Legion Hall Wilkieston Kirknewton EH27 8DU Have you visited before? I'd love to hear what your favourite exhibit was.”↗
16 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“The museum is run entirely by volunteers, and every visit, donation and sponsored brick helps ensure this brilliant local attraction can continue telling the stories of those who served for generations to come.”↗
16 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“I've sponsored one myself, and every contribution makes a real difference.”↗
16 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“If you're able to, please also consider supporting the museum's fundraising appeal. Their 'Another Brick in the Wall' campaign allows you to sponsor a commemorative brick for just £10, helping raise funds towards the museum's future relocation.”↗
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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.