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Every substantive Bluesky post by Paula Barker, 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
@paulabarkermp.bsky.social
103posts
85substantive
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 criticises
  • Government7
  • Capita2
Most supports
  • Labour government5
  • Andy Burnham5
  • NHS4
Top topics
  • Health & NHS16 postssupportive
  • Housing & Planning13 postssupportive
  • Culture & Community9 postssupportive
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.

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6 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Great day spent at Jubilee Sports Park in my constituency today for a boxing tournament run by my good mate Derry Matthews. The dedication & commitment shown by Derry & his team is phenomenal. Boxer of the day went to Alex who took part in the last fight of the day & what a fight it was.”↗
5 Jun 2026Health & NHScelebratory“​For over 30 years, LHCH Charity has helped Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital go further for patients and families. Please do support if you can! 💜”↗
4 Jun 2026Defence & Securityangry“The aggressive measures against Cuba must end. Cuba is not alone. #LetCubaLive #HandsOffCuba”↗
3 Jun 2026Educationcelebratory“Breakfast clubs make a real difference to children’s wellbeing. The Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Awards are a chance to celebrate that impact, and I’d love to see schools here in Liverpool Wavertree put themselves forward. Apply here: www.kelloggs.co.uk/en_GB/our-story/breakfast-club-awards.html”↗
2 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“www.justgiving.com/campaign/lifesavingtreatmentforjake”↗
2 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“www.petition.parliament.uk/petitions/760461 www.ataxia.org.uk/”↗
2 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“Please help in whatever way you can, there is a petition below you can sign started by Ann, Jake’s nan, to provide access to Omaveloxolone via the NHS, there is also a link to his fundraiser – even the smallest donation can make a difference.”↗
2 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“Whilst there is no cure, the treatment would increase Jake’s life expectancy and allow him to carry on living life to the fullest, for as long as possible.”↗
2 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“Just before Christmas, Jake was diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia, a rare disease that is very cruel and swift acting. The only treatment is not yet available on the NHS and so Jake’s family are fundraising to help send him to Germany to receive the treatment. www.instagram.com/reel/DZFR5-B...”↗
29 May 2026Jobs & Employmentmeasured“My response to Alan Milburn’s report on young people and employment.”↗
29 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Recording studios like the brilliant Motor Museum, are a vital part of the creative industry in the UK. Yet recording studios across the country are facing an uncertain future due to rising costs. I urge the government to do all they can to support small businesses like the Motor Museum ⬇️”↗
28 May 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“My response to the Housing, Local Government and Communities Select Committee report on the government legislation proposing to cap ground rents for leaseholders.”↗
28 May 2026Local Governmentmeasured“My letter raising the concerns of my constituents in Trentham Avenue, Mossley Hill about the way the tree clearance has been carried out by Network Rail at the back of their properties 👇”↗
27 May 2026Culture & Communityempathetic“As inviting as open water can seem to cool off, there are many hidden dangers, even under the surface you can quickly become trapped. Please talk to your young people about how dangerous open water can be at any time but particulary in a heatwave.”↗
27 May 2026Crime & Policingangry“Like most people I was deeply disturbed that 3 boys who raped 2 girls in 2 separate incidents. I joined colleagues writing to the Lady Chief Justice about the unduly lenient sentence. I am pleased The Attorney General has now referred this case to the Court of Appeal.”↗
27 May 2026Health & NHScelebratory“This Emergency Medicine Day, we thank you for your dedication and resilience and renew our commitment to ending violence and aggression in all its forms”↗
27 May 2026Health & NHSempathetic“However, far too many NHS staff face violence, aggression and abuse simply for doing their job. Nobody should go to work in fear, and every healthcare worker deserves safety, dignity and respect.”↗
27 May 2026Health & NHScelebratory“On Emergency Medicine Day, we recognise the life-saving work of emergency medicine professionals working in A&Es across the UK. They do an incredible job despite the significant pressures facing the NHS.”↗
26 May 2026Health & NHSempathetic“This arthritis awareness month, I’m supporting Arthritis UK to ensure that arthritis is taken seriously so that hundreds of thousands each year can get an early diagnosis which opens doors to vital treatment and support”↗
26 May 2026Educationcelebratory“A fantastic achievement from both teams and a real testament to both teams creativity and hard work. Well done to everyone!”↗
26 May 2026Educationcelebratory“And another huge Congratulations to the St Hilda’s Coding Club team from St Hilda’s Church of England High School in my constituency, who have won the Inspiration Award at the PA Consulting Raspberry Pi Competition!”↗
26 May 2026Educationcelebratory“Congratulations to the Medi Pi team from the Liverpool Blue Coat School in my constituency, who reached the finals of the PA Consulting Raspberry Pi Competition!”↗
23 May 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Great to be out in sunny Makerfield today campaigning for Andy Burnham. Great response on the doorstep. #Andyforus”↗
22 May 2026Culture & Communitymeasured“This week alongside colleagues I signed a letter to the Chief Executive of Channel 4 raising urgent concerns about allegations of serious sexual crimes linked to Married at First Sight and the decision to air the episodes involved Full letter 👇”↗
22 May 2026Environmentmeasured“Great to catch up with Linda B, Nigel & Linda today to talk about the climate emergency.”↗
22 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Which is why earlier this week I urged the government to look again at how we can support small businesses just like the brilliant Aura salon.”↗
22 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Small local businesses, like Aura salon in my constituency, are an essential part of our community and economy. They are also a key source of apprenticeships and employment for young people under 35. Yet, the cost pressures they currently face are unsustainable.”↗
21 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“Today I voted to nationalise British Steel.”↗
21 May 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“My question to the minister regarding the interception of the flotilla taking essential aid to Gaza.”↗
21 May 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“The Government must use every possible lever to ensure the protection of Umm al-Khair and all Palestinian communities facing displacement in the occupied State of Palestine.”↗
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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.