2016 June 16

I was shocked when I heard that Jo had been shot and stabbed going to her surgery. Jo was a brilliant MP and had a great future ahead of her with her commitment to helping those less fortunate and the voiceless. Jo was utterly committed to the Labour Party and gave evidence to the Learning lessons Task Force. At the meeting we discussed how she managed to against the national swing, increase the majority in Batley and Spen. My last image of Jo was earlier in the week smiling at her as we passed in the Cloisters. I could not believe she had died. A conscientious MP doing her work for her constituents. I feel so sad for her husband Brendan and her young children Cuillan and Lejla. Jo was a talented and valued colleague and friend. May she rest in peace.