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Alex Baker MP’s Speech to Parliament on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill
I did not support the Government in the Third Reading vote on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.
22/10/2026Read More -
Delivering an asylum system that is fair and firm
By the end of this year, Potters International Hotel will no longer be used as temporary accommodation for asylum seekers. Labour is delivering an asylum system that is properly managed, fair and firm.
09/10/2026Read More -
A special thanks for Armed Forces Day
Alex Baker MP hosted a special event to recognise the contribution of the many organisations and individuals who helped bring the national celebration to the Home of the British Army.
18/09/2026Read More
This evening I did not support the Government in the Third Reading vote on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.
We owe an enormous debt to the thousands of British Army personnel who served with honour in Northern Ireland during Operation Banner. They and the victims of the Aldershot Bombing in 1972 have been foremost in my mind while considering this legislation.
For over a year I have been fighting to ensure veterans’ voices are heard and pressing Ministers for stronger safeguards so that those who served our country are protected. I have brought veterans' groups into No10 and held direct talks with the Northern Ireland Secretary.
I told Parliament in the summer that I would reserve judgement on the Bill until amendments had been debated in the House of Commons. Thanks to the work we have done, I have secured changes that make this a better bill with greater protections for veterans. But I have always said that our veterans community must have confidence in this legislation and it is clear to me that test has not yet been met. That is why I could not support the Government and abstained.
As the Bill moves to the House of Lords, I will continue working with Ministers, veterans and colleagues across Parliament to ensure we get this right for our Armed Forces community. Those who served to protect lives should not spend the rest of their lives fearing repeated investigations.
Not voting with the government is not something I do lightly, but my first priority will always be our community and the people who sent me to parliament to speak for them. ... See MoreSee Less
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Great to see the Irish Guards giving President Zelensky a special military welcome today! 🇬🇧🇺🇦
The 1st Battalion Irish Guards are based right here at Mons Barracks in Aldershot, so this was one of our regiments representing Britain’s support for Ukraine in Downing Street.
Another reminder of the important role our town continues to play in our nation’s defence and at this critical time for Ukraine. ... See MoreSee Less
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Having campaigned hard for it, I’m delighted that a Youth Hub is opening in Aldershot and Farnborough this year, where young people can get careers and employment support as well as help with mental health, housing and more. 💼🏠
But parents have also told me about the barriers our neurodivergent young people face when looking for work. So I asked the Government how our new Youth Hub will ensure every young person gets the support they need.
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I spoke to BBC Radio Surrey about the importance of getting a new Frimley Park Hospital built, and making sure it’s in a location that works for people across Aldershot, Farnborough, Blackwater, Hawley, and Yateley East.
This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a new hospital for our community, and I want to ensure local people’s voices are heard.
TODAY is the deadline to complete the Trust’s questionnaire, so please take a few minutes to have your say! 🔗👇
www.opinionresearch.co.uk/TransformingCare
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As National Cadet Week comes to a close, I wanted to celebrate the fantastic range of cadet organisations we’re lucky to have here in Aldershot and Farnborough.
In the Home of the British Army and Birthplace of British Aviation, service and community go hand in hand, and nobody embodies that spirit better than our cadets and volunteers.
For a young person, being a cadet is so much more than an after-school activity. It’s an opportunity to gain valuable skills and qualifications, make lifelong friends and try things they never thought possible, all while being supported by volunteers who believe in them every step of the way.
So, to our cadets and the volunteers who make it all possible, thank you for everything you do for our community! 👏
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Our historic lamps on Queen’s Avenue had been out for far too long.
I pushed for action, raising this with local authorities and getting UK Power Networks on site to carry out repairs.
A local win, bringing our historic streetlighting back to life.
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🚨 Potters International will close as an asylum hotel by the end of this year.
Since I was elected, I’ve been working hard with Ministers to secure this closure.
The asylum hotel system wasn’t fair on anyone. It cost taxpayers huge sums, put pressure on local communities and left people seeking asylum stuck in unsuitable accommodation while they waited for decisions.
I promised to stop the Pinehurst Hillside flats in Farnborough, which the Tories had earmarked as asylum accommodation - and I did.
Now I’ve secured the closure of Potters International as an asylum hotel in Aldershot by the end of this year.
Promise made, promise kept ✅🌹 ... See MoreSee Less
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🏗️ Spades are in the ground for Farnborough Pools and Leisure!
It was brilliant to visit the site and see the progress being made.
We’ve waited a long time for this, and it’s fantastic to see it becoming a reality. Soon, families will have a leisure centre in Farnborough where children can learn to swim and everyone can enjoy time together. 🏊♀️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Farnborough FC has been selected by UEFA for the official EURO 2028 Team Facilities Catalogue - one of a handpicked group of clubs across the country! ⚽️👏
A fantastic achievement that could see Farnborough welcoming some of the best footballers from across Europe during the tournament.
Congratulations to everyone at the club whose hard work has made this possible. As always, the club is making us proud and helping put Farnborough on the map. ... See MoreSee Less
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