It was wonderful to meet talented students from Mulberry Academy Woodside today in Parliament, as they take part in the final of the Solutions for the Planet Big Ideas Competition. It was great to see the students representing Southgate and Wood Green on a national level and presenting their big idea, Ship Valley: transforming unused […]
It was great to visit Minchenden Lodge Care Home over the weekend for afternoon tea with residents, their families and staff. It was wonderful to hear their stories and to spend time with them. Well done to Vijay, Minette, Kimisha and all the staff on organising such a great afternoon!
On Monday 16th June, it was wonderful to host the St Michael at Bowes School Council in Parliament. We were even lucky enough to bump in to the Deputy Speaker of the House! Always a pleasure to give the children a tour and learn more about their roles as school councillors. On Monday 23rd June, […]
I am horrified at the situation in Gaza. Please find below the letter I have written to the Foreign Secretary regarding arms sales.
On Thursday 12th June, I welcomed the St Thomas More School Council to Parliament for a tour of the Palace. Afterwards, I sat down with the school councillors and was asked questions on all things Parliament and being an MP! It was great to hear young people so passionate about social issues, particularly crime and […]
This week, I joined the campaign to support accessibility improvements at Wood Green Station. Watch my video below.
I had a productive meeting in Parliament yesterday with representatives from the Britanya Alevi Federasyonu and the Syrian Alawite Association in Britain. It was harrowing to hear the extent of the crisis as attacks on minorities continue. The Government must put pressure on the Syrian administration to intervene.
It was wonderful to attend Soccer Aid for UNICEF’s parliamentary reception this week ahead of the big day next month. The reception is a testament to the generosity of the UK public and the power of UK aid in providing life-saving support to the world’s most disadvantaged children.
On Monday 19th May, I attended the North Area Borough Commander’s Commendation Ceremony in Alexandra Palace. It was wonderful to recognise the hard work and bravery shown by members of the police force in Enfield and Haringey when going above and beyond to keep residents safe. Well done to everyone who received a commendation!
This week, I met with young people and the Teenage Cancer Trust to deliver their letter to the Department of Health and Social Care. #AndYoungPeople is calling for children and young people to be included in the National Cancer Plan, ensuring their voices are listened to.