Apsana Begum MP: My Independent article
‘I want the UK to be a country where survivors of domestic abuse and violence can be elected as representatives and not be thwarted by… Read More »Apsana Begum MP: My Independent article
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Vigil in memory of Yasmin Begum
Yesterday, I joined a vigil organised by women in memory of Yasmin Begum, who was killed brutally by a man last month, in Tower Hamlets.… Read More »Vigil in memory of Yasmin Begum
Report from APPG on Domestic Abuse & Violence
Today the APPG on Domestic Abuse & Violence launched our report: “Road to Recovery:Meeting the mental health needs of domestic abuse survivors”. We’ve taken evidence… Read More »Report from APPG on Domestic Abuse & Violence
Speech on lawfare and the UK courts system
Today in Parliament there was a debate on lawfare and the UK courts system. My full speech here:
Article in LabourList on domestic abuse
As a survivor of domestic abuse, I cannot overemphasise how quite literally life-changing and life-saving this support and solidarity can be: As a domestic abuse… Read More »Article in LabourList on domestic abuse
Domestic Abuse Bill
As a survivor of domestic abuse I say, we should never stop working to ensure there is life-saving support for everyone subjected to abuse:
International Women’s Day 2021 debate
Honour-based abuse is commonly misrepresented in racialised terms. It’s time to recognise it as a product of patriarchy and inequality. We need a statutory definition.
Interview with Bloomberg Radio
I spoke with Bloomberg Radio’s Westminister show yesterday for International Women’s Day:
APPG on Domestic Abuse & Violence
I’m pleased to Chair the APPG on Domestic Abuse & Violence at this pivotal moment in lawmaking. With Women’s Aid we are calling on transformative responses to… Read More »APPG on Domestic Abuse & Violence