I’m hosting a coffee morning at Leytonstone Library to hear directly from families with experience of the SEND (Special Educational Needs and disabilities) system. If that’s you, come along and join me for a chat, whether you can stay for five minutes or the full session.

It is completely unacceptable that residents in the new Salix House development are living with noise, broken lifts, and antisocial behaviour, while also being charged for repairs that are not their fault.

A huge thank you to Space 4 All and the fantastic local organisations I met at Pastures Youth Centre, all provide amazing safe spaces and positive activities for young people right across our area. From cooking and creative sessions to study support, these groups are making a huge difference for 8-18 year olds.

Today, I was proud to join the Redbridge Mayor and our neighbouring MP Wes Streeting, at Redbridge Town Hall for the Armed Forces Day flag raising ceremony. It was a special moment to come together with local representatives from the Royal British Legion and the 241 Wanstead & Woodford Squadron Royal Air Force Cadets to honour the dedication and sacrifice of our Armed Forces. This week in Parliament, I also recognised local Air Cadets - 12F Walthamstow & Leyton Squadron.

I had the privilege of joining Whizz Kidz in Parliament for the launch of their groundbreaking report, "Making the Grade." This important report highlights the ongoing barriers that young wheelchair users face in our education system. A big thank you to my good friend Daniel Francis MP for sponsoring this event!

Great to support a very successful event at the Coach and Horses, Leyton organised by Leyton Orientear magazine, who brought us together to raise awareness and money in our fight against prostate cancer. I was very pleased to win the raffle and stick the prize money behind the bar for those who joined us!

Great to meet with veterans and their families for lunch at Leyton Orient Football Club this week. I enjoyed speaking about our shared experience of service and love of the Os!!

Last week, I chaired the latest meeting of the Armed Forces Community APPG, which discussed the extension and consistent implementation of the Armed Forces Covenant Duty. We heard from those working every day to turn commitment into real-world impact for the Armed Forces community.

Good to meet students from Leyton Sixth Form College Debate club on Monday in parliament! It was great to talk to students on what matte

Last week I visited Gwyn Jones Primary School in Leytonstone where I met with the Headteacher Mrs Boutalbi and students in Year 6.

It was great to meet with Wanstead High School students after their tour of Parliament last week. Thanks to the School Council and Mr Wood f

On Friday 7 March, I was in Parliament to support the Protection of Children (Digital Safety and Data Protection) Bill. Unfortunately, I...

Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting Nightingale Primary School alongside Cllr Jo Blackman and Headteacher Clare Lynam. It was fantastic

This week, the Defence Select Committee heard from Minister Alistair Carns regarding upcoming changes to the Armed Forces Covenant. The Cove

It was a privilege to visit JLGB HQ and see firsthand the amazing work they’re doing in our community. From local skills clubs to leadersh

On Friday, I had the pleasure of attending The J.O.Y. Project’s Community Recruitment Fair at The Junction in Leytonstone. It was an incredi

This is my submission for Defence Industrial Strategy. This submission addresses critical STEM skills shortages in the UK defence sector.

I had the privilege of visiting George Tomlinson School, where I met with the headteacher and senior leadership team to discuss how we can h

Today I have been honoured to be appointed UK Trade Envoy to Southern Africa. This role will enable me to do more to serve our country, incl

Proud to support Royal British Legion's incredible work supporting veterans. This week I had the privilege of meeting Team UK's Vice-Captain