This morning I joined civic and faith leaders at Ilford War Memorial for the Redbridge Council Civic Service of Remembrance. We remember those whose service and sacrifice guaranteed our freedom and democracy. We will remember them, always.

Great to get out and stretch my legs over Redbridge Lakes, off of Roding Lane North, last week. Redbridge Lakes is a fantastic local nature reserve offering a whole range of wellbeing activities, from fishing to wild swimming! Thanks to Gordon and the volunteers I met for talking to me…

Ahead of Remembrance Sunday, I placed a cross of remembrance in the House of Commons garden on behalf of the people of Ilford North in memory and appreciation of all those whose service and sacrifice safeguarded our freedom and democracy. Lest we forget.