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Sri Lanka Terrorist Attacks

All of us are horrified by the terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka, but I know that many local residents take a particular interest as a result of their own family and business connections in Sri Lanka. This afternoon I received a briefing from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and…

APPG on British Muslims’ Islamophobia Definition Backed by Scottish First Minister

As co-chair of The APPG on British Muslims I’ve been leading work on tackling Islamophobia in our country. Today, I was in the Scottish Parliament and absolutely delighted that the First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, endorsed our proposed definition of Islamophobia. You can see the question put by my Labour friend…

Easter and Passover Message

This weekend is a special time for so many of us. For Christians like me, Easter Sunday is the most holy day of the year. Easter, not Christmas, is the epicentre of our religion, because it marks the death (on Good Friday) and resurrection (on Easter Sunday) of our saviour…

Shalom Bagel Shop Remains Open as Planning Application is Rejected

I’m really pleased that Shalom can stay open having had the immediate threat of closure removed. Shalom is a much loved local business that has been serving the area for many, many years, and it’s great that they will be able to continue to do so! You can read more…

Supporting the New Proposals for Relationships and Sex Education

I’ve had more than a hundred email messages from local residents asking me to oppose the Government’s plans for relationships and sex education in schools. The regulations ensure that every child receives inclusive and age-appropriate relationships education, including on the full diversity of family life. Under the regulations, parents retain…

Terrorist Attack in Christchurch, New Zealand

This morning, I spoke in the House of Commons about the appalling terrorist attack in Christchurch and I want to convey the same message to you and our Muslim community in Redbridge: those of us who know the Muslim community understand why this attack and loss of life will be…

Raising Knife Crime with the Home Secretary

Our community is reeling from the murder of 20 year old Che Morrison, stabbed to death outside Ilford station last Tuesday, the stabbings on Woodford Avenue on Thursday that left one teenager lucky to be alive, and the murder of Romford teenager Jodie Chesney a day later. Yesterday I challenge…

Visit My Mosque Day

A big thank you to South Woodford Mosque and Redbridge Islamic Centre for their warm welcome today as part of #VisitMyMosque Day – organised by The Muslim Council of Britain. I’m proud to represent such a diverse community in Redbridge and proud of the contribution that Muslims make to every aspect of our…

Visiting the Royal Marines in Norway

This year I’m taking part in the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme – a programme that gives MPs the chance to spend time with one of our forces to learn more about what life is like for the people who serve our country, as well as a bit more about defence.…

William Torbitt Campaign Success

I’m really glad parents and staff have won on William Torbitt! This is a testament to the school’s leadership, staff and governors who’ve worked so hard to address the weaknesses identified by Ofsted, with the support of the local authority. This is also a victory for people power and I’d…

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