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Remembrance Sunday

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.

Redbridge Lakes

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…

Placing a cross of remembrance in the UK House of Commons garden

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.

Diwali festivities in Chigwell

I was honoured to join BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir for their Diwali festivities in Chigwell last night. It was a joyous evening with an incredible fireworks display celebrating the triumph of light over darkness, of good over evil. Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who helped out and made…

Visiting Avanti Court Primary School’s new library

It was a pleasure visiting Avanti Court Primary School’s new library with their reading ambassadors last week. Delving into their favourite magical books and hearing their ambitions reminded me of what I wanted to achieve when I was their age. Thank you to everyone at Avanti Court for welcoming me.…

India Global Forum’s Annual Diwali Reception

Delighted to be invited to India Global Forum’s annual Diwali Reception and to have the opportunity to speak about the UK-India relationship and the potential that we can unlock together as partners. Wishing a happy, peaceful and joyful Diwali to everyone celebrating in Ilford North and across the country.

Speaking to residents in Cranbrook

Glad the rain held off on the doorstep in Cranbrook this morning! Picked up lots of local issues but, unsurprisingly, social care and the NHS both raised with me. Keep your eyes peeled in the coming weeks – lots of news coming.

Launching the biggest consultation in NHS history

On Sunday, I spoke about the launch of change.nhs.uk and you can watch a clip from my interview on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg here. When I became Health Secretary, I asked for a full and frank investigation into the state of the NHS. The findings should shock us all: it…

Help build a health service fit for the future

Our NHS is broken, but not beaten. We want your help to fix it.This week, the Prime Minister and I are launching the biggest consultation in NHS history!Calling all patients, staff and partners – share your views and experiences for our 10 Year Plan. Whether you use the NHS or…

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