Labour MP for Battersea, Balham & Wandsworth marsha.decordova.mp@parliament.uk https://linktr.ee/marshadecordova1https://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mlqg4z64g22uToday is #InternationalNursesDay. I’m proud to support nursing staff in #Battersea and across the world. Thank you for the skill, dedication and professionalism you show every day.13 May 2026 13:33 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqg4z64g22uhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mll4kymqrs2uGood to sit down with Minister Bailey to discuss the impact of excessive screen time on young people’s eye health. This has been and under researched and underreported element of the social media debate - I look forward to working with the Govt to address this.11 May 2026 10:58 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mll4kymqrs2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mlbzdron6c2wLess than 1 hour until polls close! 🚨 There’s still time to go to your nearest polling station, use all three votes and VOTE LABOUR 🌹07 May 2026 20:07 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbzdron6c2whttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mlbm6xhbas2rA key tenet of our democracy is the right to vote independently & in secret - but we need to do more to make sure this applies to everyone, including disabled and visually impaired people. It was great to see the variety of resources on offer in #Battersea polling stations07 May 2026 16:11 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbm6xhbas2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3ml6j6ysyas2nMy Small Business Awards are all a bout recognising the contributions of our high-street heroes, the businesses that fuel our local economy while also being part of the community too. It was great to catch-up with Jean-Marc from O Gourmet Libanais & present him with their well-deserved award ⭐06 May 2026 10:40 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6j6ysyas2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3ml4dkk373c2mSocial media is shaping childhood - that's why we need to make sure children & young people are properly protected online. 📝 I spoke to students in #Battersea to get their views on social media & the Govt's consultation. Link in bio.05 May 2026 13:53 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml4dkk373c2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3ml3yjf7l3s2pMore than a third of people with a disability or health condition say they want to work but are held back by a fear of losing their benefits. That’s why the Labour Government is removing that fear with the ‘right to try’ for sick and disabled people. (1/2)05 May 2026 10:36 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml3yjf7l3s2phttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkzikg4ies2h🎉 The Renters' Rights Act has come into force 🎉 This is a vital leap forward for private renters, with this Labour Govt delivering new rights & protections to millions of people across the country.04 May 2026 10:45 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzikg4ies2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkuopevznk2v⏰Only 5 days to go until polls open for the local elections I've been all over #Battersea speaking to people about why a vote for Labour is a vote to ease the cost of living, deliver growth & to continue building a fairer community for all.02 May 2026 12:52 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkuopevznk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkpwmp2rrs2qGreat to tour the lovely The Hyde Park Estate with the @churchofengland.org & @rachelblakemp.bsky.social & learn more about their plans to continue managing the Estate fairly & responsibly.30 Apr 2026 15:30 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpwmp2rrs2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkpcy5u3ys2qSaddened to learn of the death of the former Anglican Bishop of Oxford Richard Harries. Richard was a strong voice against injustice, having campaigned for the Church to divest from companies in apartheid South Africa. (1/2)30 Apr 2026 09:39 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpcy5u3ys2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkn2xzuu2k2t🎓 My Summer School 2026 applications are LIVE Learn from people working in politics, journalism and more. 👉 Secure your place: https://marshadecordova.laboursites.org/2026/04/24/political-summer-school-2026/29 Apr 2026 12:10 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkn2xzuu2k2thttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkkvmv24is2iOn Workers' Memorial Day, we remember all those who have lost their lives to work-related illness or injury. 💪 Key to keeping people safe at work is a union in every workplace. #IWMD2628 Apr 2026 15:29 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkvmv24is2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkic5k3eqk2tThe set of global circumstances facing us has changed dramatically since Brexit. It’s right that we respond to this change with bold ideas & brave actions - this starts with having a conversation about our relationship to the EU. Read my piece in full 👇 https://labourlist.org/2026/04/labour-eu-membership/27 Apr 2026 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkic5k3eqk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkd3h7pums2dLots of support for Wandsworth Labour and our three brilliant candidates, Sana, Simon and Josephine in St Mary’s.

Use all three votes for
1️⃣ low Council Tax
2️⃣ Cleaner streets. 3️⃣ Safer & greener Neighbourhoods
4️⃣ More new council homes.  Vote Labour on May 7th 🌹25 Apr 2026 12:52 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkd3h7pums2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mkagqv4a6s2x18-24 & live in #Battersea? Get hands-on political experience this summer. 🎯 Applications just opened - don’t miss out: https://marshadecordova.laboursites.org/2026/04/24/political-summer-school-2026/24 Apr 2026 11:36 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkagqv4a6s2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mk6ceittr22eGood to meet with @samanthadixonmp.bsky.social to share #Battersea leaseholders' concerns with fire & safety repair costs. As the leasehold system is reformed, I will continue to speak up for existing leaseholders in my constituency who are burdened with unclear, unfair & untransparent charges.23 Apr 2026 15:12 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk6ceittr22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mk3padc4es2qThe Israeli Govt's closure of the Holy Sepulchre was an unacceptable act, a direct offence not only to believers but all who respect freedom of worship. (1/2)22 Apr 2026 14:25 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3padc4es2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjz7e7vb622tGreat to do a bit of canvassing in a different part of South London for me - a very sunny #Mitcham & #Morden 🌞 Residents have three fantastic local Labour candidates to vote for on the 7th May 🌹21 Apr 2026 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjz7e7vb622thttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjymxqzjkc2tThis is great news which puts children first & will aid better behaviour, attainment & mental wellbeing for children & young people. The Govt must now help schools to fully implement the law with the right resources & support. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5y7vd6gpq1o21 Apr 2026 09:06 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjymxqzjkc2thttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjwpihdq7k2sI welcome the Govt's renewed Women's Health Strategy, which addresses health inequalities & medical misogyny experienced by far too many women. (1/2)20 Apr 2026 14:46 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwpihdq7k2shttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjp2clki722hThis fantastic new report from @bestforbritain.org outlines that our future is with our European neighbours. The political moment demands that we be bolder, ensuring that we can share in key decisions & choices that will profoundly shape us. https://www.bestforbritain.org/push_for_eu_membership17 Apr 2026 13:38 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjp2clki722hhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjozcytepc2hMy mum fought hard for me to have a mainstream education, giving me opportunities that have helped me get to where I am today. I know this isn't the case for all children with a visual impairment - & it's why I continue to fight for every child to have an inclusive, opportunity-rich education.(1/2)17 Apr 2026 13:21 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjozcytepc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjmfefzjbs22The Black Heroes Foundation is a fantastic #Battersea organisation, one that recognises and celebrates the vast contributions of black talent through community engagement. I was delighted to celebrate the contributions of black sporting heroes with them at the iconic Clapham Grand ⚽🏅🎾🏀🏉16 Apr 2026 12:18 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjmfefzjbs22https://bsky.app/profile/marshadecordova.bsky.social/post/3mjjzhyihr227Knife crime can have a devastating impact on families & our community in #Battersea - it's why the Govt's plan to halve offences in a decade is so important. I'm pleased the Minister committed to visiting some fantastic orgs in #Battersea that are giving young people a chance at a better life15 Apr 2026 13:40 +0000at://did:plc:a3vok2c4waletzl67tz4cek4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjjzhyihr227