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Every substantive Bluesky post by Steve Darling, 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
@stevedarlingmp.bsky.social
140posts
128substantive
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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
  • Torbay Council8
  • Government8
  • Department for Work and Pensions2
Most supports
  • Liberal Democrats8
  • Torbay Hospital3
Top topics
  • Culture & Community25 postssupportive
  • Health & NHS20 postssupportive
  • Education13 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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14 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Torbay services should remain in Torbay. We are better off with the highly respected Integrated Care Organisation and the Histopathology department at Torbay Hospital and I will keep fighting for our local services. This is why I have written to the Health Secretary Wes Streeting.”↗
13 Apr 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratory“The Spring Meeting of the English Riviera Business Community occurred on Thursday. I was delighted to host this initiative, which I founded, at TQ Beerworks to hear from leaders across many sectors in Torbay, including tourism, the arts, and high tech manufacturing.”↗
13 Apr 2026Defence & Securitycelebratory“Viktor Orban has lost the elections in Hungary after 16 years in power. This was the best present I received on my birthday yesterday. It is great to see his hold on Hungary released after years of corruption and manipulation of the electoral system. #Russia #Ukraine #Stopthewar #Orban #Hungary”↗
12 Apr 2026Culture & Communitymeasured“The Festival of Disability- Inclusive Cycling Event is on at Torbay Velopark next weekend, on Saturday the 18th of April from 11am to 3pm. Book before Wednesday to get involved at bit.ly/4tFOrjw”↗
10 Apr 2026Health & NHSangry“Yesterday the Integrated Care Board (ICB) in Torbay pulled out of the public meeting they were due to attend on Monday. The ICB are losing residents' trust. I am disturbed by the short notice for the lack of attendance for this meeting, the ICB need to do better. #TorbayHospital #Torbay”↗
9 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Senior medics from Torbay Hospital have approached me to detail their concerns over plans to centralise the Histopathology department at the Hospital elsewhere in Exeter. I have urgently requested that the Trust provide me with the original documentation for the move including risk assessments.”↗
9 Apr 2026Local Governmentmeasured“If you want to make a difference to Paignton you can now apply to be on the Paignton Place Leadership Board. No prior experience is needed to get involved. If you are interested you can find out more details here: buff.ly/hso4J24 and apply here: buff.ly/cidRIKi #Paigton #Communitymatters”↗
8 Apr 2026Defence & Securitymeasured“The Two Week Ceasefire needs to become a permanent end to this war. I am calling on the Government to hold Trump and his team in the White House to account to ensure this. The Liberal Democrats are proposing a 10p duty cut to petrol that will result in a cut to what you pay by 12p a litre.”↗
8 Apr 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“Major changes are about to come into force for private renting in England, as the Renters' Rights Act comes into effect from May. You can find out more about the changes here: www.torbay.gov.uk/renters-righ... #Renting #Tenants #Landlords #Rentersrights”↗
7 Apr 2026Defence & Securityangry“There is clear and mounting evidence that President Trump intends to order US forces to launch major attacks on civilian targets in Iran, which would breach international law. This is why I have signed a letter calling on Starmer to withdraw access granted to US planes to use UK bases.”↗
7 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Congratulations to the team at the Arena in Torquay for pulling off their incredible 'Upbeat Weekender' over Easter. I had the pleasure of attending and seeing local band Too Hot perform, as well as The Selecter. I also want to shout out the staff at the Arena, who were exceptional.”↗
6 Apr 2026Crime & Policingempathetic“Spirit, a 15 year old terrier was very sadly killed in an attack by out of control dogs this January. We urgently need improved safeguards in dog ownership and this is why I am supporting Blake McElhatton's petition for the Government to review The Dangerous Dog Act 1991. buff.ly/zud77w5”↗
5 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasured“Andy's Man Clubs provide a safe, non-judgmental space for men to talk openly about what's on their mind, sometimes including: relationships, health concerns and financial worries. If you want to find out more about Andy's Man Clubs in your area you can do so here: andysmanclub.co.uk/groups/”↗
4 Apr 2026Transportcelebratory“The Liberal Democrats have set out a new transport plan to keep Torbay moving and tackle the cost-of-living crisis: - Cutting Fuel Duty by 10%, bringing down prices at the pump by 12p per litre - Slashing bus fares to £1 from the current £3 Cap - Cutting rail fares by 10%”↗
4 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasured“The cost to see a dentist increased by 2% on the 1st of April. Patients are facing increasing costs while dentists are disappearing from their communities. I am campaigning for more dental appointments in coastal areas! See more and sign my petition using the QR code! #Dentistry #NHS #Coasts”↗
3 Apr 2026Educationcelebratory“Torquay Boys' Grammar School have opened their new climbing wall. This is great news for students and the community as the wall will be open for the public to use for a small charge. I'm sure the wall will help students keep active and have fun engaging in their hobbies. #Torbay”↗
2 Apr 2026Local Governmentmeasured“Last week Torbay was one of 66 local authorities that received up to £270k towards enhancing play provision in our local communities. I'm joining with Paignton local Councillors in demanding that a good chunk of this money goes towards supporting the Skate Park at Victoria Park in Paignton.”↗
2 Apr 2026Social Caremeasured“I was delighted to visit Harbour Rise Care Home and talk about their philosophy to care, as well as some of the pressures they are facing such as: the National Insurance Contributions Hike and utility bills. I will continue campaigning to get the Government to reverse their NIC hike. #NIC #Care”↗
2 Apr 2026Health & NHSangry“656 patients in the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust endured an agonisingly long wait to start cancer treatment in 2025. I am calling for a cancer care guarantee, which ensures that 100% of patients start treatment within 2 months.”↗
1 Apr 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Babbacombe Cliff Railway is celebrating its 100 year anniversary today! I attended the celebrations earlier today to present a certificate of the Early Day Motion I submitted in Parliament to celebrate the anniversary of the railway and all the men and women who have supported it.”↗
1 Apr 2026Educationcelebratory“Torre C of E Academy have opened a new pupil-run coffee shop, Expression, with the purpose of bringing the community together whilst giving children the opportunity to develop life skills. I visited Expression this week. Having attended Torre Academy myself, it was very special to get to go back.”↗
1 Apr 2026Health & NHSmeasured“A third of people in the UK don’t complete their bowel cancer screening test. Bowel screening helps spot cancer before symptoms start, when it’s more treatable. This April, Bowel Cancer UK want everyone who receives their free bowel cancer test to complete and return it as soon as possible.”↗
31 Mar 2026Crime & Policingmeasured“Of 86,262 phone thefts uncovered by a Freedom of Information request by the Liberal Democrats, only 705 resulted in a charge, which is less than 1% of that total. The Government should be restoring proper community policing and get more bobbies on the beat, especially in town centres.”↗
31 Mar 2026Utilities & Waterangry“There have been over 300,000 dumping incidents in the last calendar year. Which is itself shocking; however, further to this, water companies are not required to monitor or report the volume of sewage dumped. The Liberal Democrats are calling for this to change.”↗
30 Mar 2026Culture & Communitycelebratory“Street Pastors are a collective of members of local churches in Torbay, who are there to support those who may find themselves in a spot of bother on a night out. Jennie and I visited the pastors last weekend and had the privilege of watching them in action once again.”↗
30 Mar 2026Housing & Planningmeasured“The land rear of Darwin Crescent is currently still being held by Cavanna Homes, who promised they would open up the space for residents to use. On Saturday I staged a 'flash mob' outside the crescent with residents and Councillors Swithin Long and Mike Fox.”↗
29 Mar 2026Cost of Livingempathetic“I know how hard it can be to manage rising costs at the moment. It's always a good idea to check what support you might be eligible for. @age_uk’s benefits calculator could help you find out what support you may be entitled to: www.ageuk.org.uk/information-...”↗
28 Mar 2026Environmentcelebratory“Healthy rivers, lakes and coasts are essential for thriving communities, economies and wildlife. This Saturday, I’ll be switching off in support of WWF’s #EarthHour. 🌍 #EarthHour”↗
27 Mar 2026Jobs & Employmentmeasured“The 'Access to Work: Employment that Works' report shows that the scheme helps to keep up to 50,000 disabled people in work and saves the taxpayer nearly £70 million. By investing in the scheme the Government can help disabled people get into the jobs they love and reinvigorate our economy.”↗
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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.