Sunday the 9th of March marked Covid Reflection Day, a time to remember the lives lost during the pandemic. I would like to pay tribute to the sacrifices made by our community and brave frontline workers in Southgate and Wood Green.
Marking the fifth anniversary of the pandemic, I paid a visit to the Covid Memorial Wall earlier this week, where families honour their loved ones and the 247,458 people who died from coronavirus.
This week, as part of the Great Daffodil Appeal, I met with nurses and volunteers from Marie Curie, along with their supporter, Larry Lamb, in Parliament.
It was important to discuss palliative and end of life care, focusing on how MPs can show support to the sector, as I continue to call for increased funding for hospices.
It was great to talk to them, and I am proud to support Marie Curie and the incredible service they give to people at the end of life.
Yesterday, I met with Year 9 students and school councillors at Mulberry Academy Woodside.
We had a productive Q&A, discussing a variety of topics. I was asked for my advice for young people, what parliament does, and to explain a typical day at work for me.
It was wonderful to meet so many young people keen to engage with and learn about politics. I hope to come back soon!
As the Chair of the APPG for Global Education, it was wonderful to meet Laura Frigenti, the CEO of the Global Partnership for Education, in Parliament.
We discussed the importance of quality education for improving life chances worldwide and the need for international support.
I was proud to commit both mine and the APPG’s support for GPE.
To mark Endometriosis Action month, I met with representatives from Endometriosis UK, Anita Nneka Jones, and Charlotte Henshaw in Parliament. We had an important discussion around the impact endometriosis has on the daily life as well as physical and mental health.
It was great to hear more about how MPs can how support for women’s health.
If you, or someone you know, is struggling with issues relating to endometriosis, please contact Endometriosis UK’s nurse helpline.
Today is World Book Day!
As the single biggest indicator of a child’s future success, reading for fun matters. It gives children a sense of agency, choice, and empowerment.
Well done to all the parents, carers, librarians, and teachers helping children in Southgate and Wood Green pick up a book & discover reading in their own way!
Today, I presented a petition to the House on behalf of my constituent, Jane Wessman, to call for free RSV and Shingles vaccines to be extended for those over the age of 80.
As the global debt crises cripples the Global South, I secured a debate on debt cancellation for low income countries. It was great to see so many other MPs show support for this cause and contribute to a productive afternoon in Westminster Hall.
I asked the Govt to support my Debt Relief (Developing Countries) Bill which would:
– compel private creditors to accept the same terms as other lenders
– reduce debt burden for the poorest countries
– cost the Treasury absolutely nothing
Spending more on debt servicing than on health or education cannot continue. The UK must act now.
The Second Reading of my Bill is due to be the 14th March 2025.
Low-income Countries: Debt Cancellation – Hansard – UK Parliament
I had a lovely visit to Our Lady of Lourdes on Friday to meet their school council! We spoke about the similarities in how we were both elected, how children can support their community and what issues matter most to them.
It was great to hear about the positive changes they have made to their school already – introducing reading buddies, improving their facilities, fundraising, and starting a calm club.
Well done to all the school councillors at Our Lady of Lourdes!
It was wonderful to meet my constituent Michael Efstratiou’s uncle and daughter, Costas and Ellianna, today in Parliament as they continue their tireless campaign to find a stem cell match for Michael.
Before Christmas, Michael was sadly diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer and urgently needs a stem cell transplant. Due to his Cypriot heritage, it is proving difficult to find a match for Michael.
He needs people to sign up to the stem cell register, in the hope that they could be a match for someone just like him.
Aged 16-30? Sign up to the register today @ https://www.anthonynolan.org/…/michaelsstemcelldrive