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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
116posts
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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
  • Government6
  • government2
Most supports
  • Labour government5
  • Andy Burnham5
  • NHS4
Top topics
  • Health & NHS15 postssupportive
  • Housing & Planning11 postsneutral
  • Culture & Community10 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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10 Jul 2026Educationmeasured“Alongside my colleagues Kim Johnson MP & Maria Eagle MP we attended a meeting with Donna & Natalia from LivPac today to discuss SEND provision & issues in the city as well as the proposed government reforms. An interesting & productive meeting. I look forward to our continued working.”↗
8 Jul 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“On issues like yesterday's debate on the early release of prisoners, it is vital we put party politics aside for the greater good”↗
7 Jul 2026Crime & Policingangry“Today, I asked the government how allowing the early release of dangerous sexual predators and members of grooming gangs fits with our manifesto commitment to halve violence against women and girls.”↗
7 Jul 2026Cost of Livingangry“I have several constituents who are still suffering as a result of the unacceptably long delays to their pensions by Capita. Today, I asked the Government to assure the House that no further contracts will be awarded to Capita.”↗
6 Jul 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“My question to the Government regarding the shortage of housing for veterans ⬇️”↗
5 Jul 2026Transportcelebratory“Delighted that work on the junction of Wellington Rd & Rathbone Rd starts tomorrow. I've campaigned for this work to be done since my first election in December 2019. The work will take quite a long time to complete so please try to avoid the area if possible.”↗
4 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Privileged to be with Love Wavertree today to celebrate their sixth year anniversary. Such an uplifting event, with commitment, kindness & hope Congratulations to all who received awards with a particular mention to local champion, Joyce Edwards who is a pivotal part of our community.”↗
3 Jul 2026Crime & Policingcelebratory“Great to catch up with my good friend Derry Matthews, Martin Murray & his wife Gemma Murray today. The education project they run addressing knife crime, drugs & ASB is phenomenal. The results have been incredibly impressive. I'm looking forward to working with them to deliver in schools in Lpool”↗
3 Jul 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measured“An interesting visit to Ford Halewood Plant today with my colleagues Derek Twigg MP & Maria Eagle MP. We had a tour of the plant to see the incredible work they are doing before discussing the challenges the sector is currently facing.”↗
3 Jul 2026Educationcelebratory“Great to catch up with my good friend Derry Matthews, Martin Murphy & his wife Gemma Murphy today. The education project they run addressing knife crime, drugs & ASB is phenomenal. The results have been incredibly impressive I'm looking forward to working with them to deliver in schools in Lpool.”↗
3 Jul 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Reading for pleasure can support children’s learning and help break down barriers to opportunity. It was great to join Literacy Trust in Parliament to celebrate the #NationalYearOfReading2026.”↗
2 Jul 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“Delighted to support my good mate Andy Fox-Hewitt for FBU President. Andy is a tireless campaigner & understands the difficulties our firefighters face. He would be a fantastic president & ensure all views are heard & represented whilst also fighting for the betterment of the sector as a whole”↗
1 Jul 2026Health & NHScelebratory“A privilege to catch up with the grandparents of my constituent Jake McGregor-Howe today in Parliament. Ann & Keith were there as part of the Friedrich's Ataxia drop in ensuring parliamentarians understand the issues that those with this rare disease face.”↗
1 Jul 2026Utilities & Watermeasured“Despite my regular representations to Liverpool City Council & United Utilities for the last 4 years about gardens in Abbeystead Road flooding from Thingwall Allotments no solution has been found I've asked the minister to intervene & meet with me, residents, Lpool City Council & United Utilities.”↗
30 Jun 2026Jobs & Employmentcelebratory“Great to catch up with UNISON General Secretary, Andrea Egan tonight as we celebrated the Centenary of the Trade Union Group of Labour MPs and mark the passing of the Employment Rights Act (2025)”↗
29 Jun 2026Defence & Securitycelebratory“Delighted to attend the Labour Friends of Palestine & Middle East reception Great to catch up with my good friends HE Dr Husam Zomlot, Ambassador of the State of Palestine & HE Manar Dabbas, Ambassador of Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Joined by Yvette Cooper MP & Lucy Powell MP”↗
29 Jun 2026Cost of Livingmeasured“Today I asked the minister what further steps the government could take to address the issue of child poverty, particularly in my constituency of Liverpool Wavertree.”↗
29 Jun 2026Housing & Planningcelebratory“Today the Labour government has repealed the Vagrancy Act. For over 200 years this act has criminalised those who are homeless, with the act being used over 400 times in the last two years. There's still lots to do but I'm delighted that this step has been taken.”↗
27 Jun 2026Health & NHScelebratory“Lovely afternoon at Mossley Hill Festival. Great family event in the sunshine. Well done to Rev Rachel & all volunteers making it a huge success. Pleased to catch up with my constituent Paul who's son Jake McGregor-Howe has Friedrich's Ataxia. An issue I raised in PMQs on Wednesday.”↗
27 Jun 2026Defence & Securitycelebratory“This Armed Forces Day, I want to say a huge thank you to all those who serve and protect our country.🇬🇧”↗
27 Jun 2026Local Governmentcelebratory“Great to be at Lark Lane Farmers Market this morning with some of our fabulous activists. Then onto campaigning in Edge Hill ward in my constituency with our great Councillor Naz Hasan. Lots of great conversations & casework picked up.”↗
26 Jun 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“Some good news! After 121 MPs signed a cross-party letter, Lloyds has changed course.”↗
25 Jun 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“We've published a draft Conversion Practices Bill that will protect LGBT+ people The legislation will create criminal offences: carrying out abusive conversion practices that cause serios harm, alarm or distress to the victim. encouraging or assisting an abusive conversion practice in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 or 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿”↗
25 Jun 2026Cost of Livingcelebratory“Great to meet with the International Network of Street Papers, founded by the Big Issue. The INSP creates routes into income, community, and financial independence for people who often face barriers to employment. Vendors are able to earn and take steps towards stability on their own terms.”↗
24 Jun 2026Health & NHSempathetic“My constituent Jake, a 16 year old boy, has been diagnosed with a rare and swift acting neurodegenerative disease that is not currently treated by the NHS. Jake's family is having to crowdfund to pay for treatment in Berlin. No family should be put in that position. My question to the PM.”↗
22 Jun 2026Housing & Planningcelebratory“Under the government’s Renters Rights Act councils will be able to fine rogue landlords up to £7,000 if they refuse to fix serious hazards. Read more here: www.gov.uk/government/news/crack-down-on-dangerous-rented-homes-as-new-7k-fines-kick-in”↗
22 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Board members are a group of local people who listen to the community, make plans and decide how funding is used to improve and develop your local area. Register your interest here by the 4th of July: liverpool.gov.uk/council/pride-in-place/pride-in-place-fairfield-west-and-newsham-park/”↗
22 Jun 2026Local Governmentmeasured“🚨If you live or work in the Fairfield West and Newsham Park area you can help make your neighbourhood a better place and register your interest in joining the Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board.”↗
19 Jun 2026Environmentmeasured“Thanks to my constituents Linda, Annette, Nicky & Reverend Phil who invited me to a film screening of the People's Emergency Briefing this evening. A great event that raised the incredibly serious issues that the climate crisis poses to our health, food security, defence, economy & so much more.”↗
19 Jun 2026MP & Parliamentcelebratory“3/3 I believe Andy has demonstrated he understands the level of change needed for our country from the incredible work he has done in Greater Manchester. I sincerely hope that Andy is given the opportunity to lead and show the country that Labour is on their side.”↗
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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.