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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
470posts
423substantive
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 government46
  • UK Labour Government32
  • Police Scotland21
Top topics
  • Culture & Community67 postscelebratory
  • Local Government55 postssupportive
  • Economy & Jobs (General)49 postscelebratory
Recent substantive posts
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Each post links out to the original on Bluesky — open it there to read the full thread and replies.

WhenTopicTonePost
12 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“⚽🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The countdown is on for Scotland’s match on Sunday, and there is plenty of football fun taking place at The Centre this weekend. 1/4”↗
11 Jun 2026Jobs & Employmentmeasured“The internship is paid at the Real Living Wage because I believe opportunities like this should be open to young people from all backgrounds.”↗
11 Jun 2026Educationcelebratory“This year we received another fantastic response, with applications from talented young people across West Lothian. The standard was incredibly high, making the selection process extremely difficult.”↗
11 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“The Robin Cook Internship was created to give young people from across the Livingston constituency the opportunity to experience politics and public service first-hand, both here in my West Lothian constituency office and at Westminster.”↗
11 Jun 2026Educationcelebratory“That's why I'm delighted to announce that Niamh has been selected as the 2026 Robin Cook Intern.”↗
11 Jun 2026Educationcelebratory“From coaching gymnastics classes and learning British Sign Language, to serving on her school's pupil parliament and achieving both her Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards, Niamh Cunneen has already packed an impressive amount into her time at St Margaret's Academy.”↗
11 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“ To invest, innovate and grow while strengthening the industries that will drive future economic growth and jobs in communities like ours. Companies like Shin-Etsu Handotai Europe demonstrate why the Livingston constituency remains such an important part of that future.”↗
11 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Advanced manufacturing is central to the UK Labour Government's Industrial Strategy, which is focused on giving businesses the long term certainty they need.”↗
11 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Our discussion focused on the future of the semiconductor sector, workforce development and the importance of ensuring companies can continue to access the engineering and technical skills needed to remain globally competitive.”↗
11 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“I met with the team at Shin-Etsu Handotai Europe and got to see first hand the work taking place at their Livingston facility, which serves as the company's European headquarters.”↗
11 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“For more than four decades, Shin-Etsu Handotai Europe in the Livingston constituency has been part of the global semiconductor supply chain, manufacturing the silicon wafers which form the foundation of the chips used in technologies across the world.”↗
11 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“Semiconductors are at the heart of modern life, powering everything from smartphones and medical equipment to artificial intelligence, electric vehicles and advanced manufacturing.”↗
10 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Have you seen this happening in your area? Let me know below”↗
10 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“That's why I'm pressing Police Scotland for action and making sure local concerns are heard. The vast majority of e-bike users follow the rules. This is about tackling the illegal, uninsured and unlicensed vehicles putting others at risk.”↗
10 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“Fed up of illegal e-bikes speeding along pavements in West Lothian? You're not alone. Residents across the Livingston constituency regularly raise concerns about dangerous riding, particularly in pedestrian areas where people should feel safe walking.”↗
10 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“The Livingston constituency has the talent, expertise and ambition to compete on a global stage. Gore is a strong example of that in practice”↗
10 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“As the UK Labour Government works to grow the economy, strengthen British industry and create more opportunities for the next generation, companies like Gore have an important role to play.”↗
10 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“We also spoke about what businesses need to invest, innovate and remain competitive, while continuing to support highly skilled jobs here in West Lothian.”↗
10 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“At their Kirkton Campus, we discussed the opportunities and challenges facing advanced manufacturing, the importance of research and innovation, and how we build the skills pipeline needed to support future growth.”↗
10 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Businesses like W. L. Gore & Associates show exactly why. With a global reputation for developing cutting-edge technologies used across healthcare, manufacturing and industry, Gore is one of the high-value employers helping to drive growth and opportunity locally.”↗
10 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Innovation, skilled jobs and advanced manufacturing are a big part of what makes the Livingston constituency such an important contributor to Scotland’s economy. 1/6”↗
9 Jun 2026Tax & Public Financescelebratory“It's all about helping families enjoy more this summer while supporting local attractions and businesses here in West Lothian. So, where will you be taking your family this summer? Let me know your favourite local day out in the comments 👇”↗
9 Jun 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“From 25 June, VAT on admissions to attractions like zoos, wildlife parks, soft play centres and adventure parks will be cut from 20% to 5%. Children's meals and family tickets at a range of attractions will benefit too.”↗
9 Jun 2026Cost of Livingmeasured“A zoo trip, soft play, an adventure park... keeping the kids entertained over the summer holidays can soon add up. That's why I stopped by Five Sisters Zoo in West Calder to talk about Labour's new Great British Summer Savings Scheme and the difference it could make for local families.”↗
9 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“West Lothian is home to some incredibly creative people and organisations, and it's always encouraging to see local ideas making a real impact across the area. Thanks to the team for taking the time to come in and share their latest updates.”↗
9 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“Great to catch up with Flo and the team from Flosverse Techsphere again recently. Following my visit to see their work last year, it was good to hear about the progress they've made and the exciting projects they're developing.”↗
9 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“Most people think of virtual reality as gaming. But in the Livingston constituency, local innovators are using it to help people learn new skills, explore new opportunities and break down barriers to technology.”↗
9 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“I spoke to That’s TV about my calls for tougher action on these illegal e-bikes in the Livingston constituency and across Scotland after new figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request showed 547 were seized in 2025.”↗
9 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“The use of illegal e-bikes Is an increasing problem right across Scotland.”↗
8 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“After nearly three decades of waiting, Scotland are back on football's biggest stage. I'll certainly be cheering them on. How far do you think Scotland can go? ⚽ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿”↗
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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.