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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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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
7 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“If you've already registered your interest with me after receiving my letter, thank you. My office is building a mailing list and we'll contact everyone directly as soon as the Board confirms how applications will be received.”↗
7 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“One of the first decisions the Board has taken is to begin recruiting nine additional Board members, with around three of those places expected to be for people from Fauldhouse. At the moment, the Board is still finalising the formal application process, so applications are not yet open.”↗
7 Jul 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“Thanks to up to £20 million from the UK Labour Government, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to invest in the priorities that matter most to local people and make our communities even better places to live.”↗
7 Jul 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“A really positive step forward for West Lothian’s Pride in Place. This week I attended the first formal meeting of the Pride in Place Board for Fauldhouse, Whitburn and Blackburn, and it feels like this exciting project is now properly underway.”↗
6 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“I know this won't solve every challenge young people face online, but it's an important step towards making the internet a safer place for the next generation. What do you think? I'd be interested to hear your views in the comments.”↗
6 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“For too long, parents have felt they're fighting a losing battle against addictive algorithms and harmful content. This is about putting parents back in the driving seat and putting children's wellbeing ahead of the interests of big tech.”↗
6 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“I also asked for the views of people across the Livingston constituency, and I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who took the time to respond. Your feedback helped inform the wider conversation and showed just how strongly local families feel about keeping children safe online.”↗
6 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“This follows one of the biggest consultations ever held on online safety, and the message couldn't have been clearer. Nine in ten parents backed the ban, while around two-thirds of young people agreed that stronger protections are needed.”↗
6 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“Our children only get one childhood and we have a responsibility to make sure it's as safe online as it is offline. That's why I welcome the UK Labour Government's decision to introduce a social media ban for under-16s.”↗
6 Jul 2026Housing & Planningempathetic“If you're a Linburn resident and need help dealing with housing providers, Sight Scotland Veterans or any organisation involved in this process, please get in touch with my office. My team and I will do everything we can to help.”↗
6 Jul 2026Social Careempathetic“These are people who have served our country. They deserve certainty, dignity and compassion, not months of continued uncertainty.”↗
6 Jul 2026Housing & Planningempathetic“I've also met with residents, hand-delivered letters to every remaining household, and want everyone affected to know that my office will continue to stand alongside them throughout this process.”↗
6 Jul 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“I've written to the Scottish Government's Housing Secretary and Veterans Minister calling for urgent action to ensure every remaining resident receives the accessible housing and support they deserve.”↗
6 Jul 2026Housing & Planningangry“Blind veterans deserve better than this. More than a year after residents at the Linburn Estate were told they would have to leave their homes, a number are still waiting to find suitable alternative accommodation.”↗
5 Jul 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“This is a new Scottish Parliament - but local families cannot endure another term without meaningful action. I’ll keep pressing until residents get the clarity, certainty, and support they deserve. Read more here: www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-n...”↗
5 Jul 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“I’ve written to the new Cabinet Secretary for Housing, Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP, urging her to prioritise supporting those affected by RAAC, and to meet with them directly. The Government stepped in for those in Aberdeen - they must now do the same in Livingston or explain why not.”↗
5 Jul 2026Housing & Planningangry“RAAC remains present in many homes, including in Craigshill, where I’ve met residents, campaigners, and the Almond Housing Association to see the situation first‑hand. Despite years of warm words from the SNP, they have failed to act and families are paying the price.”↗
5 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Another SNP Scottish Government has now taken office, and it’s crucial they act quickly on the devolved issues that continue to impact families across the Livingston constituency. People have waited long enough for real progress - not another five years of more false promises.”↗
4 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“🤝 Continued visiting local organisations, charities and businesses every week, completing another 176 constituency visits over the past year. It is a real privilege to serve as your MP, and I'll keep working every single day to deliver for our community.”↗
4 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“☕ Held weekly street surgeries across the constituency, alongside regular coffee mornings and public advice surgeries, making it easier for residents to raise the issues that matter to them.”↗
4 Jul 2026Transportmeasured“🚲 Campaigned to tackle illegal off-road bikes, introduce Firework Control Zones, and improve local bus services.”↗
4 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“🏥 Held the SNP to account on key local issues, including RAAC, housing, and delivering on long-overdue promises such as the new East Calder Medical Centre.”↗
4 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“📬 Taken on more than 9,000 pieces of constituent casework, helping thousands of local people with housing, benefits, anti-social behaviour, parking, education, NHS issues, and much more.”↗
4 Jul 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“Here are just some of the things we've delivered this year: 🏘️ Secured up to £20 million in Pride in Place funding for West Lothian to help regenerate our communities. 🎓 Launched the Robin Cook Internship, now in its second year, giving young people in Livingston paid experience in public service.”↗
3 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Thank you to everyone who stopped for a chat . Hearing directly from local people helps me focus on the issues that matter most and make sure they're being taken forward.”↗
3 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“ 🚨Finally, many people raised concerns about speeding, pavements and the overall condition of roads throughout the estate. I'll be taking those issues up directly with Bellway and pressing for improvements.”↗
3 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“🚔 Secondly, I spoke again with members of the local Indian community who remain understandably concerned following recent burglaries. I've been in contact with Police Scotland and have now received a response, which I'll be sharing with residents shortly.”↗
3 Jul 2026Cost of Livingmeasured“💷Firstly, the cost of living. With the school holidays underway, I was able to tell residents about the UK Labour Government's Great British Summer Savings campaign, helping families save money on children's activities and attractions over the summer.”↗
3 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Who’s your go-to barber or hairdresser in the Livingston constituency? Let me know in the comments. 💈✂️”↗
3 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Businesses like this do far more than provide a great service. They create local jobs, support other businesses, bring people into our main streets and help keep our local economy strong. Every time we choose to spend locally, we’re backing the people who invest in our communities day in, day out.”↗
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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.