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

It was a true honour to meet His Majesty King Charles III at a reception in Fellowship Square alongside Waltham Forest Council and the mayo

It was great to host the Labour African Network Christmas reception this week.

Happy to attend the 241 Wanstead & Woodford Squadron RAF Cadets presentation and awards evening this week!

This week, I wrote in The Mirror about the dire state of service accommodation. Nationally, two thirds of service homes need extensive refur

This week the Defence Select Committee took evidence on the ongoing war in Ukraine from Dr Patricia Lewis, Former Director of the Internatio

Please to meet with Sport’s Minister Stephanie Peacock this week! We discussed Leyton Orient Football Club and our ambitions for the Footbal

It was a full November! Here’s some of what I was up to last month: · Collaborated with Waltham Forest council on regeneration and social...

I write to update you following the day’s events on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. I voted to progress the Bill into its n

I took a moment last week to talk about the impact of prostate cancer. Early diagnosis is crucial, but alarmingly at Barts Hospital Trust fo

Great to meet Skills Minister Jacki Smith to discuss level 3 FE qualifications. We discussed ensuring continued choice and accessibility of

Honoured to attend the Armistice Day service at Snaresbrook Memorial Garden today and place a wreath on behalf of the constituency.

Today at Leyton and Wanstead, we remembered the sacrifices that others made so that we may be free. attended five of our local Remembranc

In this week’s Defence Select Committee session, I highlighted how 14 years of low pay has hurt military retention & poses a risk to our def

Honoured to be elected to the House of Commons' Defence Select Committee and attend our first meeting this week. Excited to be working...