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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
25 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“The road haulage sector is essential to the Livingston constituency, to Scotland and to the whole UK. It supports thousands of jobs, keeps businesses operating, and ensures goods reach our homes, shops and workplaces every single day.”↗
25 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Over the past year I've had the pleasure of visiting a number of local firms and seeing first-hand the investment they're making, the skilled jobs they provide, and the vital role they play in our economy.”↗
25 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“The Livingston constituency is one of Scotland's key logistics hubs, with many haulage and distribution businesses based across West Lothian.”↗
25 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“From supermarket shelves to hospital supplies, almost everything we rely on has travelled by lorry at some point. 🚛 This National Lorry Week, it was great to drop into the Road Haulage Association's event in Parliament to hear directly from the people keeping Britain's supply chains moving.”↗
24 Jun 2026Crime & Policingempathetic“Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own home. I'll continue working with local residents, community representatives and Police Scotland to ensure these concerns remain a priority and that affected families receive the reassurance they deserve.”↗
24 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“I welcome this response and the recognition that these incidents require a coordinated approach.”↗
24 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“They have also advised that they are engaging directly with communities, sharing crime prevention advice and planning crime prevention surgeries across West Lothian in the near future.”↗
24 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“focused on tackling the theft of high-value gold and jewellery from residential properties.”↗
24 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Following representations I've made to Police Scotland and the Scottish Government, Police Scotland have confirmed that housebreaking remains a priority in West Lothian and that they have a dedicated operation - Operation Virion -”↗
24 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“A number of people from West Lothian's Indian community have contacted me in recent weeks about reports of burglaries affecting families across the Lothians. The concern and anxiety this has caused is clear, and it's important that people know their concerns are being heard.”↗
23 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“This UK Labour Government will always put children’s safety and wellbeing first, listening to families and communities over the interests of big tech companies.”↗
23 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalmeasured“As part of the consultation, I conducted my own survey across the Livingston constituency and submitted local residents’ views directly to Liz Kendall, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology.”↗
23 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“The message was clear: nine in ten parents backed the ban, while two thirds of young people themselves agreed that greater protections are needed online.”↗
23 Jun 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“The UK Labour Government’s landmark social media ban follows one of the largest consultations ever undertaken on children’s online safety, with thousands of parents, carers, and young people sharing their views.”↗
23 Jun 2026Environmentcelebratory“By reducing waste and carbon footprint, while also lowering construction costs, they are proving that economic growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.”↗
23 Jun 2026Environmentcelebratory“Their innovative approach diverts millions of tonnes of waste from landfill, using advanced recycling technology to transform it into high‑quality materials for use in new building projects.”↗
23 Jun 2026Environmentcelebratory“Brewster Brothers is a family‑run business with a recycling plant based in the Livingston constituency, providing skilled local jobs while leading the way in practical environmental action.”↗
23 Jun 2026Environmentmeasured“The transition to a greener, more sustainable Scotland relies on communities and businesses working together to reduce waste and protect our environment.”↗
23 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“ Thank you to everyone who spoke with me or my team. If there is an issue I can help with, please get in touch on gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk”↗
23 Jun 2026Health & NHSmeasured“and we will continue to hold their feet to the fire over the next five years to make sure those promises are kept. These regular street surgeries are an important opportunity to listen, take up local concerns and make sure people's voices are heard.”↗
23 Jun 2026Health & NHSmeasured“The SNP Scottish Government has made repeated commitments to improve the NHS and, having secured another term in office, it is now for them to deliver. Patients and staff deserve a health service that is fit for the future,”↗
23 Jun 2026Health & NHSmeasured“There was a real mix of topics raised, but concerns about access to healthcare featured prominently in many conversations. People want confidence that they can get the appointments and treatment they need without unnecessary delays.”↗
23 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“Another regular street surgery in Eliburn and, as always, it was valuable to hear directly from local residents about the issues affecting them and their families. 1/5”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“I'll continue pressing for answers on both the future of Post Office services in Uphall and the signage issue, and will keep residents updated as soon as I receive further information.”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“They have been instructed either to remove it or submit an application for advertisement consent, with the impact on Uphall's conservation area set to be a key consideration. The owner/occupier has been given until 15 July to respond.”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Following concerns raised by local residents and representations I've made, West Lothian Council has confirmed that its planning enforcement team has written to the relevant parties regarding the signage.”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“There is, however, some positive news regarding the unauthorised signage at the former premises.”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“I've asked for further details on what this would look like in practice and whether anything can still be done to get plans for a permanent Post Office back on track. I know many local residents will share my frustration, as restoring local Post Office services remains a priority for the community.”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“They have advised that they are exploring what they describe as an "off-site solution" to restore Post Office services to the area.”↗
23 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Having spoken with Post Office Ltd today, they have confirmed that the purchase of the premises has fallen through and, as a result, the Post Office will not now be reopening as had originally been anticipated.”↗
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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.