Welsh Labour MP for Torfaen. Former Paymaster-General and Minister for the Cabinet Office (Minister for the Constitution and European Union Relations).
Torfaen
Joined March 2015
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On Friday I was speaking to a constituent trying to access his civil service pension who was being let down by Capita.
All options have to be on the table - including in-house options - for the future.
People who have given decades of public service deserve so much better.
Always a solemn privilege to launch Torfaen’s Poppy Appeal in Cwmbran with @LLGwent @HSGwent Lord Murphy @lynne_neagle @PantegAnthony & Reverend Canon Brian Pippen.
Thank you to @PoppyLegion for all they do.
We will always remember those who sacrificed so much for our freedom.
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Torfaen MP meets Prime Minister over South Wales wildfire prevention plan ift.tt/zRMFga5
The national conversation now happening about wildfires is crucial, but it has to yield concrete action so that we are all in a better position as we approach next summer.
My article on @Politics_co_uk👇
politics.co.uk/2026/10/nick-…
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“Sadly, factors including climate change mean that wildfires will become a more frequent occurrence”, writes Labour's @NickTorfaen
🗣️ UK and Welsh governments must act together to prepare for future wildfires
politics.co.uk/2026/10/nick-…
Nick Thomas-Symonds retweeted
The list sent by Harold Wilson to his cabinet of “little things that mean a lot”, including the protection of pubs, concessionary fares for the elderly, empty office blocks and “the future of the pint”.
Echoes of this in Burnham’s small but popular policies today.
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New files released by MI5 show Nye Bevan, the founder of the NHS, was monitored by British security services for more than 20 years.
Nick Thomas-Symonds, Labour MP and biographer of Bevan, tells @bbcnickrobinson ‘there was surveillance for the best part of three decades’.
After raising the issue of summer wildfires in Torfaen in Parliament last week it was positive to meet the Prime Minister on this today.
There needs to be a plan in place to deal with prevention & management of wildfires across agencies and between the UK & Welsh Governments.
It’s been my privilege to campaign alongside @CouncillorTudor in Plymouth.
Over decades, his public service has changed the lives of so many people.
I wish him all the very best for his retirement.
The leader of Plymouth City Council, Tudor Evans has announced he will stand down in 2027 amid health concerns.
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm70…
Nick Thomas-Symonds retweeted
I was delighted to join @NickTorfaen, @redditchrache and @rowenamason on Radio 4's The Westminster Hour last night. @BBCBenWright was in charge and @philipjcowley made a welcome appearance too. You can listen to the episode here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00331…
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'Action is needed' after Wales' devastating wildfire season ift.tt/Pyr5dqX
I was pleased to secure a debate on the summer wildfires that did so much damage in Torfaen in @UKParliament this week.
We have to learn the lessons quickly - and have a proper, co-ordinated plan in place for prevention and management before next summer.
Nick Thomas-Symonds retweeted
The UK was "over 90% there" on a new UK-EU deal before a major summit was postponed due to the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer, the ex-minister who led the negotiations tells @CathyNewman.
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I was pleased to secure a debate on the wildfires that did so much damage in Torfaen.
I paid tribute to all who worked tirelessly to combat the wildfires & our local communities who came together to support them.
Thanks to @AnnaMcMorrin who visited Torfaen to hear from people.
As the former UK-EU Lead Negotiator I know how important the 🇬🇧-🇪🇺 deal will be for bearing down on bills, helping protect our borders and creating jobs.
I’m very pleased that @andyburnham is moving forward with this deal and delivering growth for the country.
Nick Thomas-Symonds retweeted
Really looking forward to it!
Because the EU and the UK have so much to achieve together.
Making trade in agrifood easier.
Deepening cooperation on energy and climate.
Bringing our people closer together.
Helping Ukraine prevail.
Strengthening our security and defence.
Tackling illegal migration.
Let's be ambitious and deliver for citizens on both sides of the Channel.
Looking forward to welcoming Prime Minister @andyburnham to Brussels, alongside @vonderleyen, on 20 November 2026 for the second EU–UK Summit.
🇪🇺 & 🇬🇧 work together as like-minded partners, united by common values and shared interests.
Together, we aim to deepen our cooperation, strengthen our resilience, enhance our ability to tackle shared challenges, and promote stability in Europe and beyond.
link.europa.eu/VHpC6v
