Proud to unveil the Child Poverty Strategy. Child poverty is a scourge I grew up with, it is a scourge I want to end. This government will drive the biggest reduction of child poverty in a single Parliament. This is how we get there. www.gov.uk/government/p...

Great to join Cllr Mike Todd-Jones, MP Daniel Zeichner, City Council staff and Cambridge United representatives at the football on Saturday to talk with men and boys about changing our behaviour to prevent violence against women and girls as part of the White Ribbon campaign. www.whiteribbon.org.uk

Lots of positive things in the budget: - Removing two-child benefit limit removed - forecast to raise 450,000 children out of poverty - Removing green levies on energy bills, saving households an average £150/yr - Raising tax on homes worth over £2m

The two-child limit led to shocking numbers of children going hungry. That's why we're abolishing it. It was introduced in 2017. The number of food bank parcels *tripled* after its introduction. No ifs. No buts. No child should be going hungry in Britain.

At a dark time for Ukrainians, it was moving as ever to come together, despite the rain, for a rally to show support for Ukraine and to call for Russia to end its brutal invasion. At the end of every rally, we sing the Ukrainian national anthem - this Saturday with accompaniment!

Great to see so many people at our drop-in session at the Meadows yesterday and to hear residents' views on our proposals for investment in council homes and community facilities in North Cambridge. Read more about the proposals and fill out our survey here: www.cambridge.gov.uk/shaping-nort...

Lovely to visit Beth Shalom Synagogue for their 20th Mitzvah Day, celebrating community and encouraging interfaith cooperation - with Bollywood dancing, saxophone, electronic music, cakes and more! A heartening example of diversity and tolerance at a time when many are looking to stoke division

A moving ceremony this morning at the war memorial to remember and honour the service and sacrifice of people in our armed forces and emergency services, and all those who have died in war, up to and including the present day.

Great to speak to Matthew Masters for The Truth About Local Government today about the challenges facing our city and how the next phase of Cambridge's growth can and must be equitable and environmentally sustainably www.truthaboutlocalgovernment.com/post/cambrid...

Fantastic news that the Government will be creating a new national forest in our area www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Millionaire argues for millionaires to pay less tax in the UK. 💰 Who does he work for? Farage is not the voice of ordinary working people.

We are saddened and disturbed by the horrific attack that took place in Cambridgeshire last night. Our thoughts and sympathies are with all those affected during this incredibly difficult time. If you have been impacted, we are here to support you now via our 24/7 Supportline and live chat.

I was appalled to hear of the horrific incident on a train near Huntingdon last night. All of my thoughts are with those affected, especially the victims and their loved ones. I'm very grateful to the emergency services for their response. www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1...

Reform say they stand up for the working class - but they never have. They’ve voted to block the Employment Rights Bill again and again. It’s Labour on the side of workers: creating jobs, ending zero-hours contracts, and protecting workers from unfair dismissal from day one.

Corn Exchange marks 150 years of history #Cambridgeshire #BBCNews 🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...

It was brilliant to be at Abbey Leisure Complex yesterday to celebrate the official opening of the new 3G pitch. We know just how important sports and exercise can be in helping people to lead a happy, healthy life. We're very grateful to the Football Foundation for their generous support.

As Yom Kippur draws to a close, many of our Jewish friends and neighbours will be turning their phones on to the news of the antisemitic attack in Manchester. We condemn this terrible act, and send our solidarity and love to all members of our Jewish community in Cambridge and across the UK.

Lovely to attend the Cambridge Street Pastors AGM at St Andrew's Church last night and hear about the fantastic work that they do to keep people safe at night in the city centre.

It was lovely to attend the official opening of the Cherry Hinton Hub this morning - it's taken a fantastic effort by so many in the local community over so many years to get this off the ground, and I'm proud that the City Council has put £1.6m behind this great community project.

Local government is being reorganised, giving us a chance to simplify governance structures in our area. We think a unitary council covering Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire is the best option for local residents - here's why: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2kk...

Cambridge is joining up habitats across 9,200 hectares – from meadows to fens – to help nature bounce back. Justin Tilley reports. From #NaturalEngland -- thanks!

Visit to Parliament today representing @camcitco.bsky.social on a panel discussing 'A Case for Cities in Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution'.

Navigating the Cambridge rental market is hard, and far more so if you're newly arrived in the UK or English isn't your first language. This book reports on a project by @pomocorguk.bsky.social to understand the experiences of migrants trying to find a home in Cambridge.

Farage said today he would said women refugees back to the Taliban.

Lovely morning out talking to residents in Newnham, supporting them with a wide range of issues, including broken fences, Council Tax and pest control.

Nigel Farage looks uncomfortable as Jamie Raskin uses his opening statement to absolutely demolish him

Today I picked up my copy of a very special book! 'Cambridge Stands with Ukraine' has been produced by attendees of the regular King's Parade protests, which have now been taking place for three and a half years.

The draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy is open for comment until 11 Sept. The LNRS describes our most precious habitats in Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, including chalk streams & fen habitats. For benefit of future generations & our non-human kin yourvoice.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/lnrs/consult...

We are being recognised for our work to tackle climate change 🏅 Our climate change strategy shares a vision for Cambridge to be net zero carbon by 2030 and set a target to reduce our own emissions to net zero by 2030 🌎💚 👉 https://orlo.uk/d7Ra8

Great that we were able to put on a fun, free Folk in the City event at Cherry Hinton Hall for all ages yesterday www.cambridgeindependent.co.uk/whats-on/gre...

Good to talk to Amir Suleman this morning on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire about the new Cambridge Homelessness Charter (the interview's at 08:13). The Charter brings together charities, local authorities, businesses, universities and colleges, and individuals. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Lammas Land pool is currently closed due to a broken pipe. We hope to be able to reopen the pool on the afternoon of Tuesday 22 July. We apologise for any inconvenience this causes. 👉 https://orlo.uk/9lA7W

With Cllr Kevin Guy, leader of Bath and North East Somerset Council, I'm calling on the Government to give tourist hotspots like Cambridge and Bath powers to manage tourism more sustainably - such as the tourist levy powers available in Scotland and Wales www.cambridge.gov.uk/news/2025/07...

💷 Pay Council Tax? 🚲 🚗 🦽 Use roads and paths? 🎒 Have a child in school? 🗑️ Get your bins collected? ✅ Claim benefits? ⚕️ Need care, or care for someone? If you answered yes you'll be affected by changes to local government. Help shape the proposals: https://orlo.uk/yVRGy

It was great to take part in a wide-ranging and lively discussion on homelessness at The Cambridge Room yesterday evening. It was particularly powerful to hear from Kerrie and Kacper about their experiences of homelessness.

It was great to attend the North Newnham Residents' Association AGM last night to residents' views on a wide range of local issues, and to give some updates on the work of the City Council and upcoming transport schemes. As ever, I was very impressed by the NNRA's thoughtful and detailed approach.

Children growing up in our country deserve the best start in life. Building on the legacy of Sure Start, we’re opening Best Start Family Hubs in every local authority. That’s the difference Labour makes. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Great to be out canvassing in Coleridge yesterday, including talking to lots of council tenants. I'm always keen to hear from people across the city about the issues affecting them and what more we can do to help.

Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24th February 2022, people have gathered regularly in Cambridge to show solidarity with Ukraine. A book by Michael Clegg & Anna Chop documents these #StandWithUkraine rallies in photos, speeches & poems. online.fliphtml5.com/zbllf/sfid/#... 🧵1/3

Lovely cycle on the Chisholm Trail this afternoon between meetings

Tonight we have our first Cabinet meeting of the municipal year - we're taking lots of positive action on climate change, air quality, and helping residents to stay healthy www.cambridge.gov.uk/news/2025/06...

The world today is a frightening place, and we're seeing a very worrying rise in anti-immigrant sentiment. But it's been moving and inspiring to spend time this weekend with people fleeing war, persecution and natural disasters, and the many people welcoming and supporting them in Cambridge.

Amber heat alert - 19/06 People experiencing homelessness are more vulnerable in hotter weather. Extra support is available from us and our partners including signposting and distribution of resources (e.g. water, sun cream), increased welfare checks and outreach assessments: https://orlo.uk/4EuXv

I enjoyed sitting down last week with Hannah Brown for a chat about my approach to some of the big issues facing Cambridge www.cambridge-news.co.uk/news/cambrid...

Really enjoyed speaking to Julian Clover for Cambridge Radio's Cambs Politics cambridge105.co.uk/cambs-politi...

I attended three fantastic events today: the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival; re-opening of the expanded Logan's Meadow wetlands; and The Big Lunch. All exemplified our values as a diverse, welcoming city that cares about protecting and restoring nature, tackling inequality and empowering communities.

What a disgusting comment from this new Reform councillor on Cambridgeshire County Council. Well done Kerrie for, as always, speaking up so powerfully for people with care experience. www.huntspost.co.uk/news/2521916...

Nigel Farage is urged to step in after newly-elected Reform UK councillor Andy Osborn causes a storm of controversy by labelling some children in care as 'evil' at a #Cambridgeshire County Council meeting www.cambridgeindependent.co.uk/news/storm-o...

Yesterday morning, I joined residents, council officers and fellow councillors to discuss some exciting proposals for new play equipment at Lammas Land. Looking forward to seeing the new equipment in use before too long!

This afternoon, I joined and spoke at Cambridge4Ukraine's rally. I've been attending these rallies since the start of the full-scale invasion, over three years ago, and their call to stop the war and help Ukrainians to live in peace is as powerful and urgent now as it ever has been.