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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
459posts
405substantive
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
  • SNP Scottish Government19
Most supports
  • Labour government38
  • UK Labour Government30
  • Police Scotland17
Top topics
  • Culture & Community65 postscelebratory
  • Economy & Jobs (General)59 postscelebratory
  • Local Government53 postssupportive
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Each post links out to the original on Bluesky — open it there to read the full thread and replies.

WhenTopicTonePost
13 Jul 2026Defence & Securitycelebratory“Good to see a company with a presence in West Lothian at the front of something this significant for our defence, backed by the UK Labour Government.”↗
13 Jul 2026Defence & Securitycelebratory“Raytheon UK, an employer many in the Livingston constituency will know well, is leading the consortium that's just been awarded the British Army's £2bn contract to build its new training system.”↗
12 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“A big thank you to Peter and everyone who organised the event, the stallholders, including local artist Maureen Bruce and jewellery maker Julia Kennedy and everyone who came along to support it. I’m already looking forward to the next thrift event!”↗
12 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“A fantastic £105 was raised for The Good Deed Feed, with every penny going towards field games and sports equipment for children visiting CraigsPark, Craigsfarm Community Development Project and The Gathering Ground over the summer.”↗
12 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Events like this are a brilliant way to bring the community together, support local makers and give pre-loved items a new home.”↗
12 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Friday bargains for a brilliant cause! I stopped by The Gathering Ground’s thrift event at Craigsfarm Community Hub and it was great to see so many people hunting for bargains while supporting a fantastic local cause. 1/4”↗
12 Jul 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Read more here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/your-world/l...”↗
12 Jul 2026Housing & Planningempathetic“I have also met with residents and written to them directly to make clear that my office and I will continue to stand alongside them and support them throughout this process. If you are a Linburn resident and need assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch.”↗
12 Jul 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“I have written to the Scottish Government's Housing Secretary and Veterans Minister, calling for urgent action to ensure that every remaining resident is provided with the accessible housing, care and support they need.”↗
12 Jul 2026Social Careempathetic“Linburn Estate, owned by Sight Scotland Veterans and home to blind veterans, announced over a year ago that it would be sold. While some residents have now been rehoused, a number are still waiting for suitable alternative accommodation and continue to face uncertainty about their future. 1/4”↗
11 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“If there's an issue affecting your street or community, don't wait until my next visit. You can always get in touch by emailing me at gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk.”↗
11 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Being out in our communities every week is one of the best parts of my job. These conversations help me understand what's happening on the ground and make sure local concerns are taken up with the right organisations.”↗
11 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“It's an issue I've been raising with Police Scotland, and I'm continuing to call on the SNP Scottish Government to give officers the powers they need to tackle this problem more effectively.”↗
11 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“I was out in Kenilworth Rise and Mowbray Rise in Dedridge for my latest street surgery, speaking with residents about the issues affecting their neighbourhood. The biggest concerns raised were illegal off-road bikes, dangerous car meets and the antisocial behaviour they bring. 1/4”↗
11 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentmeasured“While I'm proud of everything we've achieved together over the past two years, there is still much more to do - and I remain determined to fight for the investment, opportunities, and services that West Lothian deserves. Read more here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/your-world/m...”↗
11 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Nationally, the UK Labour Government has delivered record investment in our public services, stronger rights at work, higher wages, support for Scottish industry, and funding for local communities.”↗
11 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Since then, my team and I have handled more than 9,000 pieces of casework, held weekly street surgeries in communities across the constituency, and visited hundreds of local organisations, schools, charities and businesses to hear directly about the issues that matter most.”↗
11 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“The UK Labour Government has delivered positive impact for Scotland, with this month marking two years since the election. Before entering Parliament in July 2024, I promised to be a visible, accessible, and hardworking local MP who would always put the Livingston constituency first. 1/4”↗
11 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“If you're passing by, why not pop in and support local? Every purchase helps local businesses continue to grow and invest in our communities.”↗
11 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“The wider site is becoming a real destination for local people, with a growing range of independent businesses based there. It's another great example of East Calder continuing to thrive and why backing local businesses matters.”↗
11 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“It's great to see Davy continuing to invest and expand the business. The new farm shop is another positive step forward, building on the success of the butcher's and giving customers even more reasons to buy quality Scottish produce locally.”↗
11 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“I stopped by to hear about their new customer rewards scheme, another way they're giving something back to the people who choose to shop local.”↗
11 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Local businesses do so much more than provide great products. They create jobs, support other businesses and become an important part of the community. That's exactly what's happening at Dewar Family Butchers in East Calder.”↗
10 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“If this is affecting your street or community, I want to hear from you. Let me know where the hotspots are so I can continue pressing for action. You can get in touch at gregor.poynton.mp@parliament.uk”↗
10 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“I've already been raising this with Police Scotland, but they need stronger powers from the SNP Scottish Government to crack down on the reckless use of off-road bikes and the antisocial behaviour that often comes with them.”↗
10 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Illegal dirt bikes and dangerous car meets are causing real frustration for residents across Livingston. These issues came up a number of times at my street surgery whilst I was out speaking to people in Dedridge.”↗
9 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“The Robin Cook Internship is all about giving young people from the Livingston constituency and West Lothian opportunities they might never otherwise have. I hope this experience inspires Niamh, and other young people from across the constituency, to get involved in public service.”↗
9 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“This week, Niamh has been getting a behind-the-scenes look at Parliament, meeting people from across politics and seeing how decisions are made at the very heart of Government.”↗
9 Jul 2026Health & NHSempathetic“No one should have to face cancer alone, thank you to everyone who continues to support those affected and who champion the importance of early diagnosis.”↗
9 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Early diagnosis saves lives. Greater awareness, regular self-checks, and breast screening are all vital in improving outcomes - and should be as routine as the weekly shop.”↗
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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.