I was delighted to welcome pupils from Grace Academy, Darlaston to Parliament this week. During our Q&A, students asked me thoughtful and engaging questions about Parliament and our democracy.

I responded to the Government’s Business Statement on 30 January, on the eve of Britain’s formal departure from the European Union. You can read my speech below:

A second Opposition Debate was held on 29 January about homelessness. The national shame of high and rising homelessness is a direct result of decisions made by successive Conservative Governments: a steep drop in investment for affordable homes, crude cuts to housing benefit, reduced funding for homelessness services, and a lack of action to help

On 29 January, we held our first Opposition Day Debate. Parliament debated our motion on cuts to policing. The Tories have presided over a rise in serious violent crime, with key crimes such as knife crime still rising following extensive cuts to the police, PCSOs and police civilian support staff. Instead of fulfilling their duty,

In the week which marked the 755th anniversary of the first de Montfort Parliament, I responded to a Business Statement on Thursday 23rd January 2020.

I recently visited the Gurdwara in Pleck to celebrate the engagement of two constituents. Congratulations to the married couple on what was a joyous occasion – wishing them all the best for the future!

On Saturday 18 January, I attended the launch of Faith Meeting Faith at Expressions Café (73 Bridge Street, WS1 1JQ) which seeks to promote dialogue, friendship and understanding in our community. Faith Meeting Faith will become a place of welcome each month for people of whatever background, where conversations and coffee will lead to new

The theme for this year’s commemoration is ‘Stand Together’.