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12 Jun 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryToday we went to see the new heritage centre and archives store based in a building that’s played a big part in our local history. It will have facilities for local people and historians and for events. Looking forward to seeing the finishing touches and for it open next year.
9 Jun 2026Defence & SecurityangryThere has been an appalling rise in violent settler attacks on Palestinians; and settlement expansion, designed to prevent a two-state solution ever happening. It is time for stronger action. (2/2)
9 Jun 2026Defence & SecuritymeasuredThis week along with almost 140 other Labour MPs I wrote to the Foreign Secretary demanding a ban on trade will illegal Israeli settlements. Illegal settlement expansion, and settler violence, are unacceptable and against international law. (1/2)
7 Jun 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI joined the celebrations at Custom House Baptist Church this weekend for the official re-opening after 2 years of refurbishment. The newly expanded building looks fantastic and provides a great facilities for the local community. A great new chapter in their 111 year history!
4 Jun 2026Crime & PolicingmeasuredWe were able to support this constituent out of unsafe accommodation and progress their report of antisocial behaviour. Please get in contact if you are having issues and we will endeavour to help.
3 Jun 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryYesterday, I was at the Queen Victoria Seamen’s Rest for the unveiling of the blue plaque for Kamal Chunchie. This is a long awaited memorial to Kamal Chunchie, a pioneering campaigner and preacher on a building that continues his work to provide shelter and support to all who need it.
2 Jun 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI met with London Sport to hear about their plans in West Ham and Beckton. They are investing in Newham where we have a fast growing population and interest in sport. They’re keen to work with local people, sports and community groups to identify the need and demand here.
1 Jun 2026MP & ParliamentmeasuredMy team resolved 333 cases for residents in West Ham and Beckton last month. I’ve picked up casework on doorsteps, through my website, over email and on the phone. Please get in touch if you need support.
28 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI was pleased to welcome (with Mayor of Newham, Forhad Hussain) Stephanie Peacock MP, Minister for Sport, to hear about the great work carried out by Fight for Peace. Including the importance of sport and youth services such as mentoring, education and employability support which they offer locally
25 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratoryWhen I visited #ComicCon at the Excel London this weekend I thought it was great to see a Careers Fair linking up people with skills and the Games industry. Also offering advice on how to sell your skills and talent or get your cv right when looking for jobs in the sector. #MCMComicCon
23 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryGreat to visit Rosetta Arts Centre on Thursday to help launch their two-year journey at as a Mayor of London funded Loved & Wanted community space, alongside Debbie Weekes-Bernard, Deputy Mayor of London for Communities. A wonderful night of art, crafts and music with local community.
20 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI was lucky to be invited to watch Gallions Primary School perform Macbeth. Their performance was really impressive as were the other Newham schools taking part in the Shakespeare Schools Festival Well done to all the students and staff involved!
20 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI hosted an event in Parliament celebrating Bulgaria’s national day of enlightenment, culture and the Bulgarian alphabet. It was great to learn more about the history Bulgarian script and hear from English students studying Bulgarian at UCL.
18 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI recently met with @certainblacks.bsky.social to hear about their plans for their funding from the Creative Foundation Fund. They’ve got lots of exiting upcoming projects and collaborations, including this summer so keep an eye out for announcements! certainblacks.com
15 May 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryIt was great to meet trustees, volunteers and organisations at the opening of the new Newham Community Law Project. This has been a long time coming and I know for my constituents that having specialist support based in our community will make a huge difference.
14 May 2026MP & ParliamentcelebratoryMy office was able to get a positive outcome for this constituent, once the bay is moved they will feel much safer getting in and out of their car. Pleased to have been able to help
12 May 2026MP & ParliamentmeasuredA statement on the Labour leadership
11 May 2026EducationcelebratoryI recently sat on the judging panel of the Newham final of the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge. I listened to fourteen incredible speeches delivered by students from across the borough. I wish our winner all the best for the grand final - do it for Newham!
8 May 2026Local GovernmentcelebratoryCongratulations to the new Mayor of Newham - Forhad Hussain. We’re looking forward to working with you to deliver for the people of Newham.
6 May 2026Culture & CommunitymeasuredCanvassing in Plaistow I passed the home of one of my predecessors complete with Blue Plaque Will Thorn, founder of what is now the GMB, was MP for West Ham South and for Plaistow from 1906 to 1945 The first official Labour Party MP for West Ham, elected 120 years ago this year
2 May 2026Economy & Jobs (General)celebratoryLovely to catch up with Tariq, owner of the So! Bar and Restaurant in the Royal Victoria Dock. A long-standing local business serving both local residents and visitors to the Excel. #smallbusinesssaturdays #smallbusinessshoutout
1 May 2026MP & ParliamentmeasuredApril was a very busy month with 699 cases resolved for people living in West Ham and Beckton. Housing, immigration, crime and cleaning up our streets. We have advocated for constituents on a range of issues.
1 May 2026Housing & PlanningcelebratoryToday renting changes for 142,035 private renters in Newham. An end to: 🏠 no fault evictions 🏠 bidding wars & demands for multiple months rent up front 🏠 rent increases multiple times a year 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 discrimination against renters with kids 🐈‍⬛🐕 unfair bans on pets
30 Apr 2026EnvironmentcelebratoryThe Government is cracking down on fly-tippers giving councils more funding and new tougher powers to tackle those that trash our streets.
29 Apr 2026Culture & CommunitycelebratoryI recently organised for UKIM sisters at Masjid Ibrahim to come and visit the Houses of Parliament. I was pleased to meet them and chat after their guided tour.
28 Apr 2026Jobs & EmploymentmeasuredToday is International Workers’ Memorial day, I marked the day in Parliament and in East London. 
 International Workers’ Memorial Day is our chance to remember the dead but fight for the living.
28 Apr 2026EducationcelebratoryToo often people hold an outdated view of apprenticeships and so don’t see the opportunities that modern apprenticeships can provide. I was therefore pleased to hear about the work of apprenticeship ambassadors especially their role promoting apprenticeships to state schools.
27 Apr 2026Cost of LivingmeasuredThis constituent needed help from our office during a difficult time. We communicated with the DWP on their behalf and they have now received the correct assessment and support. This will make a significant difference, I am pleased that we were able to help.
26 Apr 2026Economy & Jobs (General)measuredLate payment cause thousands of small firms to close every year. Tough new measures give the Small Business Commissioner powers to: * investigate poor payment practices * adjudicate disputes * fine the worst offenders * Introduce a 60-day cap on payment terms * Mandatory interest on late payments
24 Apr 2026Culture & CommunityempatheticI visited Darul Arqam Mosque today to offer my support & solidarity with the Muslim community after vandalism this week. Hate and division have no place in Newham. Here we work together, across faiths, across communities, supporting one another. Those that seek to divide us will fail.
Sources & methodology
SourceBluesky / AT Protocol API · author feed. Each post links to the original on bsky.app.
VerificationOnly handles linked from the MP’s own published list are ingested. Self-declared or unverified handles aren’t included.
ClassificationEach post is LLM-classified for substance (vs reposts, social mentions, scheduling), then for tone (critical / measured / supportive) per target.
WindowThe 60-day summary above; the list covers all classified substantive posts.