International Women’s Day 2024

International Women’s Day 2024

Today marks International Women’s Day, a worldwide celebration honouring the social, economic, cultural, and political accomplishments of women.  The goal of the IWD 2024 #InspireInclusion initiative is to spark conversations globally about why equal opportunities are...
World Book Day 2024

World Book Day 2024

Today marks #WorldBookDay 2024, providing a chance to advocate for reading for enjoyment and ensuring every child has access to their own book.  World Book Day is a significant initiative aiming to boost nationwide reading habits. I encourage parents, grandparents,...
The Great British Spring Clean

The Great British Spring Clean

This year marks the 70th anniversary of Keep Britain Tidy.   The ninth Great British Spring Clean campaign will run from 15th to 31st March, bringing together individuals, community groups, schools, businesses, and councils to enhance our local environment.  I will be...
knife crime prevention

knife crime prevention

In Parliament last week I once again raised the concerning issue of violent knife crime, which has a devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities across the country. A recent documentary by The Express and Star titled ‘Grief’ serves as a...