The John McDonnell lecture
The John McDonnell lecture – The Political Economy to Secure Socialist Change in 21st Century. Introduced by Apsana Begum. In partnership with Claim the Future.
November 27, 2021
Activities and Campaigns
Visit to HMP Thorn Cross
Today the Education Committee visited HMP Thorn Cross as part of our Prison Education Inquiry. We spoke to current prisoner learners undertaking academic and vocational
November 25, 2021
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. I’m kicking off #16DaysofActivism with H.O.P.E training’s digital art project.
November 25, 2021
Islamophobia Awareness Month 2021
Islamophobia is on the rise under this government. Today I shared my own experiences in Parliament during a debate for Islamophobia Awareness Month.
November 24, 2021
Our NHS should be for everyone
Our NHS should be for everyone, regardless of immigration status.
November 23, 2021
Second amendment to Health and Care Bill
My New Clause 54 commits the Secretary of State produce equality impact assessments for each provision of the #HealthAndCareBill. Deeds are more important than words
November 22, 2021
Opposing the Health and Care Bill
I’m outside Parliament speaking to campaigners and constituents opposing the Tories.
November 22, 2021
Amendment to Health and Care Bill
The unequal differences between migrant and non-migrant using our healthcare services is well documented. My Amendment 99 would place an emphasise on NHS bodies taking
November 22, 2021
Suffragette City
The militant Suffragette protests have been sanitised and deemed civil in retrospect, fudging over how ‘law and order’ was challenged and responded to with state
November 21, 2021
Stop Sea Blasts
Around the UK old munitions are detonated to clear the seabed & install wind farms, harming marine life. Stop Sea Blasts have been campaigning for
November 17, 2021
Renationalise the NHS, scrap integrated care systems, and end PFI contracts
The Tories cannot be trusted with #OurNHS – the Health & Care Bill must be opposed. Sign this petition to protect our NHS from privatisation
November 16, 2021
Brain Injury Bill
1.4m people in the UK live with Acquired Brain Injury but there is no national strategy on prevention and improving the quality of life. Today,
November 15, 2021
Remembrance Service
Earlier today I attended the Remembrance Service at the Merchant Navy Memorial. I laid a wreath in Remembrance of soldiers and civilians who lost their
November 14, 2021
Visit to Tower of London
Today, I visited the Tower of London and met with Director Andrew Jackson and team about their upcoming plans.
November 12, 2021
Bangladeshi Caterers Association UK awards
Delighted to have met constituents & Bangladeshi journalists at Bangladeshi Caterers Association UK’s awards & Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The catering industry has weathered many storms
November 9, 2021
Visit to Lincoln Pharmacy
Yesterday I visited Lincoln Pharmacy for #AskYourPharmacist week. Mr Atul Patel & team showed me the invaluable range of services they offer in the heart
November 9, 2021
Meeting with Sheikh Hasina
Just as we call for a fair transition to a green economy in the UK, we must also call for support for climate vulnerable countries,
November 5, 2021