Since the election, Labour has funded 5 million extra NHS appointments. This makes a huge impact on the waiting lists that were ever-growing nt under the Tories. But we know there is more to do, and we'll keep working hard for our NHS.

One week in as Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, I'm focused on building a welfare state that is there for those that need it, and helps support people into work.

Help for those who need it. Getting people into work. Security for pensioners. Increasing skills and opportunity.

Thousands of civil service jobs to be relocated to 13 towns and cities across the country. 11 central London offices will be closed - saving £94m per year - as the number of London roles is reduced by 12,000. We will save taxpayers money, and make Government better reflects the country it serves.

Today, Ronan's Law - a ban on the online sale of ninja swords - was passed in the House of Commons. Ronan's Law is named for my constituent Ronan Kanda who was killed aged just 16 with one of these swords bought online. Thank you to Ronan's mum Pooja and his sister Nikita for their tireless work.

The Government's first priority will always be keeping its citizens safe and secure. Yesterday I opened the UK Resilience Academy in Yorkshire. It will train 4000 people a year in emergency response and recovery. Part of our effort to make Britain stronger and able to meet the risks we face.