Congratulations to everyone in Croydon East getting A Level, T Level & BTEC results today! Whatever the outcome, there are many opportunities ahead & support to help you reach your goals. Thank you to all the teachers & support staff for everything you do.

Youth services have been cut by 73% since 2010. But Labour is rebuilding them: ✅ £88m funding for youth clubs & after-school activities ✅ 1 million extra hours of youth work in areas hardest hit by anti-social behaviour ✅ Support for Scouts, Guides & Cadets

Good to meet with Emma Reynolds MP, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, to discuss the need for banking hubs in Croydon East.

Croydon’s trams are over 20 years old, and I’ve continued to make the case for investment to the Mayor of London. Thanks to the multi-year funding settlement from this government, TfL is now moving forward with plans to procure a brand new fleet for our community.

My casework team and I recently supported a constituent with a serious leak in their flat. If you need help with a housing issue, get in touch: Email - [email protected] Phone - 020 8191 248 (leave a message) Website - www.natashairons.co.uk/

My statement following the Government’s announcement that it will appoint Commissioners to oversee Croydon Council:

Children and teachers in #Selsdon should feel safe when crossing Featherbed Lane on their way to school. Please sign my petition calling on Croydon Council to improve safety in the area: tiny.cc/FeatherbedLane

Last night, as Chair of the APPG on Youth Affairs, I invited young people to Parliament to share their views on social media. They called for stronger protections to keep them safe while allowing creativity and connection. Thanks to all who took part.

Today, Labour launches the £500M Better Futures Fund, the largest of its kind in the world. It will support up to 200,000 young people with safer communities, better education and caring support to help them thrive by tackling school absence, addiction and reoffending early.

In the Chamber today, I raised the incredible achievement of the Astrogazers from Croydon High School for Girls, set to become the first all girls school in the world to launch a CubeSat into space. A powerful reminder of what happens when women are backed in STEM.

This government is building on the legacy of Sure Start by rolling out up to 1,000 new Best Start Family Hubs across the country. Investing in early years provision means investing in the future of our communities.

#Addington and #SelsdonVale & #Forestdale residents: I’ve raised your concerns about Pear Tree Farm with the Environment Agency. They urge residents to report issues directly: 📞 0800 80 70 60 📧 [email protected]

This morning, I attended a service of commemoration at St Paul’s Cathedral to remember those who lost their lives on 7th July 2005. We honour the bravery of the emergency responders and hold the survivors and bereaved families in our thoughts. We will never forget.

Croydon Police are running a weapon surrender scheme ahead of the ninja sword ban on Aug 1. Drop off weapons (no questions asked): - Amnesty bin at Croydon Police Station (all July) - Mobile van, Addington Parade, Mon 14 July, 3–6 pm Please share.

One year ago today, I was elected as the MP for Croydon East. I am so grateful to represent our (nearly) new constituency in Parliament.

Mental health issues among children and young people are on the rise but in England, more than half still aren't getting the treatment they need. That’s why this Labour Government is expanding mental health support in schools and bringing care closer to home. #politicslive

It's been 97 years since women won the vote on equal terms with men. As the 651 woman elected to Parliament, I’m grateful to those who paved the way and determined to support the next generation to go further. Thank you Centenary Action & RE:MAKE Newport for marking the occasion.

Proud of the action this government is taking to tackle knife crime. From 1 August, ninja swords will be banned. Croydon Police are running a surrender scheme this month. If you want to dispose of a ninja sword anonymously, use the amnesty bin outside Croydon Police Station.

My statement on the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill

I recently helped a nurse living in unsafe conditions. If you need support with a housing issue or anything else, please don’t hesitate to get in touch: Email - [email protected] Phone - 020 8191 248 (leave a message and we'll get back to you) Website - www.natashairons.co.uk/

Delighted that @SouthernRailUK have paused their decision to remove cycle racks at East Croydon station. Congratulations to the residents who are spearheading this campaign. We now need a long term plan for bike parking at the station uk.news.yahoo.com/southern-u-tur…

I've written to the CEO of Southern Railway asking them to reverse the decision to close the cycle racks at East Croydon Station. We should be encouraging cyclists with secure, accessible bike parking - not taking it away. Sign the petition led by local residents: chng.it/7R5GXK7VZn

It's #ArmedForcesWeek and I joined the Speaker’s flag-raising ceremony to honour those who serve. To support our veteran community in Croydon, I’m fundraising for SSAFA Croydon & the New Addington RBL. Donate if you can: www.peoplesfundraising.com/fundraising/...

Finally! New trams for Croydon.

How I will be voting today:

Labour is extending the Warm Home Discount to protect more low-income households and pensioners across the country.

What does an MP actually do? This week, I’m scrutinising the #MentalHealthBill – line by line – to shape a law that puts compassion and patient choice at the heart of mental health care.

I helped a constituent living in dangerous conditions get urgent repairs. If you need support with housing or any other issue, get in touch: 📧 [email protected] 📞 020 8191 248 🌐 www.natashairons.co.uk/

My statement on the Government’s decision to appoint Commissioners to oversee Croydon Council. You can read the Improvement and Assurance Panel report in full here: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/684936...

What the government's #SpendingReview sets out: - £39bn for social & affordable housing over the next decade - A multi-year funding deal for TfL (good news for Croydon's trams) - An extra £29B for our NHS - that's per year This government is investing in Britain’s renewal.

It was great to meet with @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social to discuss the government’s plans to expand free school meals to any household on Universal Credit. This investment in families is much needed.

All primary school pupils in Croydon receive free school meals thanks to the Mayor of London. And now, all secondary school pupils from Universal Credit households will receive free school meals too.

Thank you to everyone who attended our APPG on Youth Affairs last night. It’s a privilege to chair this group, which centres young people's voices to push their concerns up the political agenda.

Some exciting news today about transport infrastructure in regions that were neglected by the previous government. Ahead of next week’s spending review, I raised the need to continue investing in London so places like Croydon East can finally get the new trams we urgently need.

This dangerous & unhygienic mess needs sorting for New Addington NOW. I’m working with @ndironsmp.bsky.social & Kola Agboola to get it done. Will keep you posted. #Croydon #flytipping

My team and I helped a constituent get their appointment, delayed over 5 months, reinstated to the original date. Need help? Contact us: 🌐 natashairons.co.uk 📧 [email protected] 📞 020 8191 248 (leave a message)

I wrote for PoliticsHome to highlight why a long-term funding settlement for TfL is not only good for trams in Croydon East but will also help @sadiqkhanlondon.bsky.social drive growth across London and beyond. www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

I attended the Christian Aid Parliamentary drop-in to celebrate the organisation’s 80th anniversary and the launch of its new Restore campaign. Learn more about the campaign here: www.christianaid.org.uk/news/campaig...

I attended the @christianaiduk Parliamentary drop-in to celebrate the organisation’s 80th anniversary and the launch of its new Restore campaign. Learn more about the campaign here: www.christianaid.org.uk/news/campaig...

From Redthread and Croydon Drop In to Croydon Voluntary Action, local orgs are stepping up to support youth and prevent violence. I will continue to urge the gov to work with grassroots orgs that know their communities best and to invest in youth services. #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek

Pleased that this Labour Government is investing £102m in GP surgeries to improve appointment access. Addington Medical Practice, Ashburton Park and Morland Road Surgery will all receive upgrades to help end the 8am scramble. #Croydon

Good news: my team and I recently helped a local taxi driver renew his licence so he could get back to work. Need help with an issue? 🌐 natashairons.co.uk 📧 [email protected] 📞 020 8191 248 (leave a message)

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Lots of constituents have contacted me about missed bin collections and overflowing rubbish. I will continue to push Croydon Council to hold Veolia to account - residents deserve confidence in basic local services. www.mylondon.news/news/south-l... #Croydon

My casework team and I helped move a mother and her four children to a home better suited to their needs. Reach out to my team if you need support: Website - www.natashairons.co.uk/ Email - [email protected] Phone - 020 8191 248

Last night, I had the pleasure of visiting Bears Wood Camp Site and Croydon Town Hall to commemorate #VEDay80 with scouts, local councillors, veterans and community leaders. The celebrations continue over the coming days. Please do get involved!

I'm hiring a Junior Caseworker.

To mark the 80th anniversary of #VEDay & #VJDay, I honoured Croydon veteran Mike Lyons in the House. In his memory, we’ve launched the #CroydonCares4Veterans fundraiser to support SSAFA Croydon & the Royal British Legion New Addington branch. Donate: www.peoplesfundraising.com/fundraising/...

Raised the need for stronger mental health support for young people in Parliament. According to a recent report by the Centre for Young Lives, there is a 55% treatment gap between adult and children’s services, and fewer than 10% of ICBs have a dedicated plan for children.

The 80th anniversary of VE Day is a chance to remember those who fought for us and to recognise the contribution that Croydon’s veterans make today. We are fundraising for SSAFA Croydon and British Legion New Addington branch: peoplesfundraising.com/fundraising/cr…#CroydonCares4Veteransns