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Every substantive Bluesky post by James Asser, 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
@jamesasser.bsky.social
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38substantive
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  • bomb disposal teams1
  • British Airline Pilots' Association1
  • Bulgaria1
Top topics
  • Culture & Community17 postssupportive
  • Defence & Security3 postscritical
  • MP & Parliament3 postscelebratory
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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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14 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Shoplifting remains a key concern for my constituents who have seen it firsthand and our businesses who have been targeted. I asked the Home Secretary what more can be done to tackle high street crime and what could be learnt from the police’s approach in West Ham and Beckton.”↗
13 Jul 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Respiratory conditions including COPD, asthma and pulmonary TB are affecting thousands of people in West Ham and Beckton. Improvements to diagnosis, treatment, and support through a national plan would help the millions living with lung conditions across the UK.”↗
11 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Sunny launch of the new community garden in Fords Park Road Canning Town today The organisations involved & their volunteers have done a great job turning an old yard of a disused youth centre into a community garden. It was great to see young people at the heart of the project”↗
11 Jul 2026Culture & Communitymeasured“Today is the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the genocide in Srebrenica. Today we remember the 8,372 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were killed in July 1995. It is our duty to remember those who lost their lives and honour the survivors.”↗
10 Jul 2026Culture & Communityempathetic“I will continue to work with organisations like Port of London Authority to provide the skills and info needed to stay safe around water. These places are part of everyday life, but they can become dangerous quickly. We must do more so that no other family goes through grief like this.”↗
9 Jul 2026Environmentmeasured“As we all try to manage another heatwave I asked about the Government’s plans for tree planting. The shade from trees can reduce the temperature by up to 8 degrees. More affluent areas are much more likely to have tree coverage, something that should change.”↗
8 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“You can now sign up across Newham's libraries for The Summer Reading Challenge! Only 1 in 3 children report enjoying reading but it is one of the most powerful indicators of future success. It’s a great way to increase library membership and reading confidence. #ReadToTheBeat”↗
4 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“I joined the Terence Higgins Trust for the London Pride march, 44 years to the day since Terry Higgins died of an AIDS-related illness. A great day with the LGBT+ community, Deidre Costigan MP, Danny Beales MP, THT volunteers & staff and fantastic THT patron Beverley Knight.🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️”↗
3 Jul 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“I joined the debate on leasehold reform to raise the issues that my constituents are facing. The response I got from FirstPort is unfortunately not a one off, which is why I’m pushing for a central regulatory body for managing agents.”↗
3 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“I joined the members of the Newham Pupil Parliament, it was really interesting to hear their thoughts on AI. It was good to see the students so engaged, pupil parliaments are a great way to practice participating in democracy and learn leadership skills.”↗
2 Jul 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“In June, me and the team were able to help resolve issues for 523 constituents including problems in their homes, jobs, streets and schools.”↗
30 Jun 2026Immigrationempathetic“My constituent told me that her family in Sudan only had enough time “to grab their flip flops and run for their lives” I asked the government to use their weight and influence to prioritise protection of the civilian population and humanitarian relief.”↗
28 Jun 2026Immigrationmeasured“I’ve signed a letter calling for safe pathways for students from Gaza. Last year 113 people took up places but delays & lack of communication hindered things. We must again commit to evacuating Gazan students with a place at UK universities. They deserve to begin their studies.”↗
27 Jun 2026Defence & Securitycelebratory“Today is #ArmedForcesDay a chance to say thank you to those who are serving & who have served our Country. This week we had the forces in Parliament including the brave bomb disposal team. They still support our community when we find left-overs from the blitz that need to be safely removed.”↗
26 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“I was recently at EMR in Silvertown, a specialist metal processing and recycling facility. Now, they have 60 sites and process all sorts of metal and electrical good including cars and are still a family run business.”↗
26 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“Applications are now open for my summer scheme, an opportunity to see behind the scenes of politics on a local and national level. You must be at least 16 years old the week beginning Monday 17th August to be eligible. www.jamesasser.co.uk/survey/summe...”↗
25 Jun 2026Social Caremeasured“We are not to be pitied, treated, cured, or reformed, but respected. This legislation will do that. It’s an inclusive ban on the abuse falsely labelled as conversion, treatment or cure. People deserve protection from this abuse and an opportunity for their voices to be heard.”↗
24 Jun 2026Transportcelebratory“I was at the University of West London with British Airline Pilots’ Association. It was a great opportunity to discuss recruitment and training in the industry. I tried a flight simulator and landed on grass at Heathrow after a couple of attempts to land at City Airport with unfortunate results…”↗
23 Jun 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“From this Friday (25 June) until the 1st September, planning a day out as a family will be cheaper. VAT will be cut on kid’s meals in restaurants and family tickets for the cinema, theatre and for concerts and soft play centres. Making it easier to get out and about and enjoy the Summer.”↗
22 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Today is Windrush Day when we pay tribute to the Windrush generation and all they did for our country and for our community in West Ham & Beckton. Our friends, colleagues, neighbours and families who come from that generation have made modern East London what it is.”↗
20 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“This week was Independent Bookshop Week a celebration of independent bookshops across the UK. Great places to buy books but also valuable community hubs in local communities, Shopping for your summer holiday reads? Try your local independent bookshop! #indiebookshopweek”↗
18 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“Me and the team cannot affect timelines with doctor’s appointments or surgery dates but in this case we were able to pass on this constituent’s experience and concerns and get them a response from NHS services. I wish them all the best for their surgery and recovery.”↗
15 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Yesterday was the Charity Boat Race in the Royal Docks. We are really lucky that in Newham we have the facilities for an event like this. Congratulations to all the teams and well done to everyone for raising money for a good cause!”↗
13 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Always great to join Royal Falcons FC for their presentation day to celebrate the success of the kids & dedication of Steve & Angela and the coaches. Grassroots sport is important in Newham and we’ve got talented youngsters. Clubs like this are an important to why we produce so many great players.”↗
12 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Today we went to see the new heritage centre and archives store based in a building that’s played a big part in our local history. It will have facilities for local people and historians and for events. Looking forward to seeing the finishing touches and for it open next year.”↗
9 Jun 2026Defence & Securityangry“There has been an appalling rise in violent settler attacks on Palestinians; and settlement expansion, designed to prevent a two-state solution ever happening. It is time for stronger action. (2/2)”↗
9 Jun 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“This week along with almost 140 other Labour MPs I wrote to the Foreign Secretary demanding a ban on trade will illegal Israeli settlements. Illegal settlement expansion, and settler violence, are unacceptable and against international law. (1/2)”↗
7 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“I joined the celebrations at Custom House Baptist Church this weekend for the official re-opening after 2 years of refurbishment. The newly expanded building looks fantastic and provides a great facilities for the local community. A great new chapter in their 111 year history!”↗
4 Jun 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“We were able to support this constituent out of unsafe accommodation and progress their report of antisocial behaviour. Please get in contact if you are having issues and we will endeavour to help.”↗
3 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Yesterday, I was at the Queen Victoria Seamen’s Rest for the unveiling of the blue plaque for Kamal Chunchie. This is a long awaited memorial to Kamal Chunchie, a pioneering campaigner and preacher on a building that continues his work to provide shelter and support to all who need it.”↗
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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.