So many constituents have written in to me about the rail ticket office closure plans, clearly showing how unpopular these plans are. In my view there are so many reasons why ticket offices in train stations should not be closed I don’t know where to start. I have today written to the minister about this …
Many constituents have emailed me about acting on climate and nature. I completely agree that our climate and our nature is one of our top priorities and I’ll continue to lobby anyone with any powers on this I promise you. We have some of the oldest and least well-insulated homes in Europe, are very reliant …
I know that many of my constituents, like me, are very concerned about helping to stop Cosmetics Tests on Animals. Perhaps many of you are already aware of my firm stance in support of animal welfare. I oppose animal testing and my position has always been that we desperately need a proper and serious scientific …
Many constituents have emailed me about banning e-collars for Dogs. This is a challenging topic indeed. It seems obvious to me that there are some outstanding points which no one should oppose. Such as the need to keep dogs away from sheep and other livestock. It does seem a very weak argument to say that an …
This month marked the 75th anniversary of the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush. The Windrush Generation built the NHS, enriched our culture, and changed Britain for the better. In return, hundreds were detained and deported. Survivors and descendants deserve more than gratitude. They deserve justice. June was also Pride month – a chance to celebrate …
I completely support the right of public bodies to make ethical investment decisions, such as not to invest in climate-destroying fossil fuel companies or in the arms industry. I support the right of public bodies to consider breaches of international law when determining investments, such as Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories which have …
