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Every substantive Bluesky post by Matt Bishop, 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
@mattbishopmp.bsky.social
42posts
38substantive
supportivevoice · celebratory → 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 supports
  • Labour government5
  • Parent Zone3
  • Forest Health Forum3
Top topics
  • Education11 postssupportive
  • Culture & Community7 postscelebratory
  • Health & NHS6 postssupportive
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Each post links out to the original on Bluesky — open it there to read the full thread and replies.

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19 Jul 2026Transportmeasured“It’s not ok, Amanda. I will share the response as soon as I get it. Please encourage your friend to join my WhatsApp channel as I’ll update that in real time. Join here: whatsapp.com/channel/0029... Matt”↗
19 Jul 2026Transportmeasured“This week, I wrote to National Highways again, reiterating the urgency of your concerns regarding the works at the A40 Over Bridge. 👇Read my letter below. I’ve asked for weekly meetings so I can relay your lived experiences and push for solutions that will actually make a difference.”↗
17 Jul 2026Culture & Communitymeasured“I will continue to support these organisations, highlighting future events and ensuring that the voices of Forest of Dean communities drive the improvements we want to see.”↗
17 Jul 2026Health & NHScelebratory“I would like to thank the Forest Health Forum and FVAF for their continued commitment to engaging with our communities. They do an excellent job of bringing local people together and ensuring that the voices of residents across the Forest of Dean are heard.”↗
17 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“The discussions highlighted a range of important topics, including mental health and wellbeing, access to NHS dentistry, and GP services. Most importantly, the event gave residents the opportunity to share their experiences, concerns and ideas for improving local healthcare.”↗
17 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Earlier this week, the Forest Health Forum, Forest Voluntary Action Forum - FVAF, healthcare professionals and local residents came together for the Big Health Debate to discuss some of the biggest healthcare challenges facing our communities.”↗
16 Jul 2026Transportmeasured“📢 Join my Forest of Dean WhatsApp Channel for Travel! 👉 If you're affected by the A40 works, please follow my WhatsApp Channel today and share it with friends, family and colleagues who rely on this route! 🔗 JOIN HERE: whatsapp.com/channel/0029...”↗
14 Jul 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“We are backing businesses so families can make the most of a summer with less pressure and more memories.”↗
14 Jul 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“🚌Every child aged 5 to 15 in England will be able to benefit from free bus travel all summer, too. ✅👉I want to encourage all of our fantastic businesses in the Forest of Dean to get involved! Check your eligibility here: costoflivinghelp.campaign.gov.uk/summer-savin...”↗
14 Jul 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“Until the 1st of September, VAT on children's attractions is dropping from 20% to 5%. 🎫 🍽️Across the country, from theme parks and soft play to cinema and children’s meals in restaurants, Labour is cutting the cost of a day out this summer.”↗
14 Jul 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“🏖️ The summer holidays are about to get cheaper for families!”↗
13 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“Their commitment to encouraging reading and supporting learning is making a real difference in our communities. The winners will be announced later this year at the Cheltenham Literature Festival. A huge congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted, and best of luck for the final!”↗
13 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“Last week, I attended the David Vaisey Awards, which recognises the great work being done to promote reading and literacy across Gloucestershire. It was great to see Forest of Dean Libraries and Newnham St Peter's Primary School shortlisted!”↗
11 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Sue Ryder in Cinderford has been a big part of our community. It was great to visit their Cinderford shop, meet the team, and hear first-hand about the difference they're making to the lives of so many local people. A big thank you to the whole team for the work you do every day.”↗
10 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“It's completely free to take part and a brilliant way to help children keep reading over the summer holidays, discover fantastic books and build a lifelong love of reading. Find your local library and sign up today: summerreadingchallenge.org.uk”↗
10 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“This weekend is Super Sign-Up Saturday for the Summer Reading Challenge 2026! I'm encouraging families across the Forest of Dean to get down to your local library and find out what's going on for this year's Read to the Beat! Summer Reading Challenge.”↗
9 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“I’m pleased that college recruitment remains strong at Hartpury, a reflection of their broad range of courses and widespread reputation for leading the way in sport. Having young people in the room and part of the conversation was invaluable.”↗
9 Jul 2026Educationmeasured“Infrastructure was a big part of the conversation, highlighting the importance of investment in areas such as transport links and accommodation to support future growth and accessibility.”↗
9 Jul 2026Educationmeasured“Last week I visited Hartpury and took Ted and Aleksia, two work-experience students, along with me. It was a great chance to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing further and higher education—particularly with two young people who will be directly impacted.”↗
8 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Let’s change the norm and champion alcohol-free childhoods.”↗
8 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“This Alcohol Awareness Week, I’m supporting Community Alcohol Partnerships and their vital work reducing alcohol harm among young people. Their research tackles a key issue: parents often believe supplying alcohol helps children drink responsibly. Research shows the opposite is true.”↗
7 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Does your child want to send a letter of support to the 2026 FIFA World Cup England Squad? It’s simple to take part: www.royalmail.com/worldclassle... Let's build morale and support football coming home this summer!”↗
5 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Two years ago, I was elected as your Member of Parliament. Since then, it has been a privilege to represent the Forest of Dean and champion the people, businesses and communities that make our area so special. There's still much more to do, but I remain committed to fighting for our fair share.”↗
2 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“As children spend more time online, teaching digital safety and media literacy has never been more important. Programmes like Be Internet Legends give young people the confidence and knowledge they need to explore the online world safely.”↗
2 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“It was brilliant to see KS1 and KS2 pupils taking part in such an engaging and interactive session, learning valuable skills to help them recognise scams and misinformation, protect their personal information, be kind online, and know when to ask a trusted adult for help.”↗
2 Jul 2026Technology & Digitalcelebratory“Last week I attended the Be Internet Legends assembly at Coalway Junior School and joined the teams from Parent Zone and Google to talk about staying safe online. A big thank you to everyone involved for bringing such an important message to our local children and for such a warm welcome!”↗
1 Jul 2026Educationmeasured“On Sunday, I joined the panel on Politics West to discuss some of the big issues affecting our communities, including: - School responses to extreme heat. - Supporting farmers in the Forest of Dean and across the country. - The future of our country and communities with new leadership.”↗
30 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“Important Statement: A40 Over Bridge Significant Disruption”↗
26 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“I attended the inaugural Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls Awards earlier this week. It was inspiring to be in a room with so many dedicated campaigners, charities, survivors, frontline organisations and fellow parliamentarians, all united in a shared commitment.”↗
24 Jun 2026Transportmeasured“Yesterday I spoke in the Chamber and raised an important issue around cross-border connectivity with the Rt Hon Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Lucy Rigby KC MP. I will keep pressing this issue so that the £445 million investment delivers real benefits for people in the Forest of Dean.”↗
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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.