Settling down just had an ice cream and a cup of tea. Upstairs Downstairs on Netflix. How the Tories and Reform would have our lives planned out if in power.

So proud to be at the armed forces parade on Saturday. We owe our armed forces so much. I am pictured with Councillor Stanton from Beam Park Ward. The other photograph is Dave Ainsworth a veteran. Thank you from us all.

Last Tuesday I was at Dagenham Green, joined by the @ldnculture.bsky.social, as Peabody and The Hill Group unveiled two new art installations to commemorate the striking Ford women. The story behind “Dagenham Agate” is fascinating and I’d urge residents to pop down and learn more!

Given the focus that exists on curbing welfare spending as well as seeking ways to ease the cost of living, now is the time to look again at rent controls. My piece in @labourlist.bsky.social here:

Big step forward for young people in Dagenham and Rainham. New Mental Health Support Teams are being trained and will soon be working in our local schools – helping children get the support they need to stay well, stay in education, and thrive.

Why would an offshore crypto CEO give Nigel Farage's Reform £25 million?

So proud, to attend the Armed Forces flag raising yesterday, at Havering town hall. To be able to thank the armed forces for all they have done, and continue to do for this country.

I was proud to be asked to speak at the launch of the foodbank by the faith group. Ideally we should be in a place in society without food banks. But as they said today, and Pastor Peter from Rainham was there too, said the same thing. Working people are using food banks. Hope is their offer.

This week @amandamartinmp.bsky.social and I launched the APPG for Tradespeople. Honoured to be elected Vice Chair on such an important group. We’ll be looking at a wide range of issues affecting trades, including tool theft and silicosis. Watch this space! 🛠️👀

Well done Dagenham United football club in all you do. Parents, trainers and the young people all 400 of you you are amazing!

Great day Saturday, a tour of 10 Downing Street. Angela got to see, and stroke Larry the cat. Who was asleep by the stairs. Loads of interesting fact

It was heart breaking to hear the stories from parents, I am determined to work and campaign with them to secure the necessary changes at Queen’s to prevent these distressing problems from happening again👇

We are a month on from the local elections, there has been a lot of change and all eyes are on @LBofHavering. Today I have written to the new Leader of the Council outlining a plan to deliver for the people I represent in the south of the borough.

I am glad to see that the war memorial on Freeborn Gardens, Elm Park, will be cleared from vegetation following our representations. We must never forget those who fought for us.

Live or work in Heath Ward and want to help transform the area? The government have given us £20m to invest over the next decade, and we are looking for a dynamic local resident to Chair the Pride in Place Board. Applications close on 15th June! 👇 oneboroughvoice.lbbd.gov.uk/pride-in-pla...

Honoured to be elected Chair of @FHSIAPPG last month. Looking forward to interesting discussions which feed into govt on bridging the skills gap in Britain and delivering homes fit for the future. Follow the APPG’s work in detail here. 🏡👷‍♀️👇

Fantastic news that the George Brooker Care Society in Barking & Dagenham has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission. I am a proud patron.

I know, from speaking with schools and parents across Dagenham & Rainham, that this has made a huge difference to families in our area. This is Labour at its best. 🌹👇

A very nice Lizzie line train driver a gentleman, apologising for the signal problems, on my train. Very charming well done! 🚆💺🚝

As a member of the Home Affairs Select Committee, I had the opportunity to question the Chair of the Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs last week. I know there is a Westminster Hall debate on the subject today, but this is too important to be used as a political football.

CEME, for the second consecutive year, has been recognised in the Sunday Times as one of the best places to work! They deserve this recognition for their dedication to investing in their people and our area @CEME

Good to see Trade Unions, the chair of Dagenham and Rainham CLP Fay Hough, and the two Beam Park councillors at the LGBTQ+celebration. As the flag raising was cancelled by the Reform lead Council. It’s so important that Havering diverse communities, are recognised for all they contribute. 🏳️‍🌈

Great to be in Beam Park Ward last weekend. My roving surgeries around the seat. Great turnout, and great questions. Thank you to Karen and Sue for helping and my team. Thank you to Matthew and Trevor the Labour Beam Park Councillors, picking up the council issues.

All things housing. I keep saying and always will. We need truly affordable council housing. I will always speak up for Dagenham and Rainham. 👇👇

Last week, on Emergency Medicine Day. All abuse towards NHS staff must stop, I want to thank all NHS staff for the incredible work they do.

Just back from Dunchurch House. Patricia was 90, a lovely party. Patricia has been a strong voice for the community, at Dunchurch and at the police ward panel. Have a lovely birthday 🎂🍾🎉🎈. ❤️Dagenham and Rainham

If you live or work in Heath Ward. Want to deliver what the people want, get involved. Residents & businesses in B&D can now help shape how £40m of Pride in Place funding is spent. Neighbourhood Boards are opening in: 📍 Mayesbrook & Rippleside 📍 Central Park & Frizlands Lane Find out more:

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🚨 Exciting opportunity ‼️ 😊 Are you a people person? ❤️ Passionate about positive change? 🧑‍💻 Organised and driven? I’m looking for a Community Engagement and Campaigns Officer to manage my volunteer network, organise events and lead campaigns. 👀👇 www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.a...

Who is paying that bill. The tax payer ! Shocking. SIXTH newly elected Green councillor quits leaving Londoners with £120,000 bill

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Following my SEND roundtable, I have made a submission to @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social as part of the consultation on the govt White Paper. Thanks to all the SEND parents, professionals and schools in Dagenham & Rainham for sharing your frank and honest thoughts. Getting this right is vital.

Last week, at Home Affairs Select Committee I had the opportunity to question Lord Mann about the concerning rise in anti-semitism across the country.

I joined @ucu.org.uk in Parliament to hear why further education staff cannot keep doing more for less. Rising workloads are pushing staff to breaking point. FE needs pay parity, secure staffing, and real political action. Very concerning hearing the frontline stories from staff. 👇

My article in Red Brick. Housing is important in Dagenham and Rainham.

I’m supporting @bladdercanceruk #PeeAware campaign to help people spot the signs of bladder cancer early👇

With the amazing Harriet and Ingrid this morning. May 07th you have two votes. Vote Labour. Vote Harriet and Ingrid. Heath Ward.

Great canvass in Chadwell Heath Ward tonight. You have three votes. Vote Sade, Simon and Michel.

Like this photo. 😊

Angela Rayner MP came to Dagenham last week. Angela is pictured at the Trades Hall Dagenham in Village ward. Angela mentioned how hard working the three councillors, Ajanta, Julia and Phil work. Angela went through the achievements of the local council, and my work as an MP.

Good afternoon, this year, as before, I will be donating the Mp’s annual payrise (decided by IPSA) to two wonderful local charities. One in Dagenham and one in Havering. We all value the worthy work done by the voluntary sector in both Boroughs I represent in my seat. Margaret

In Rainham last week. Attending the workers Memorial Day Ceremony. Barking, Dagenham and Havering Trades council ran it. Well done.

A real honour on Sunday 26th April to be invited to Dovers Farm Estate Village Green. Organized by Matt Stanton and Trevor McKeever. This was marking a Remembrance ceremony for Anzac Day. I also planted a Rosemary plant. Rosemary grows wild on the Gallipoli Peninsula.

⭐️ COMMUNITY VOICES ⭐️ Rejwan, a resident in Heath Ward, shares how Labour councillors are visible and active in this community, and how it is important to have Councillors who go above and beyond to support residents. Hear from Rejwan in his own words ⬇️

Great afternoon in Beam Park Ward. Strong support for Trevor and Matt. May 07th you have two votes. If you want Trevor and Matt to continue the hard work they do. You know what to do.

So proud to be present and cut the ribbon of a new business in Dagenham earlier this month. A huge well done to the business owners. Spoke to the staff starting their new jobs, very happy. The offer is lovely. Welcome Pink Dolly open in Dagenham!