Every young person deserves the chance to build a future, not be left on the sidelines. Labour’s new partnership with football clubs will open doors to skills, mentoring and good jobs.

So sad to hear of the passing of Barnsley’s own Dickie Bird. A true legend of cricket, Dickie never forgot his roots and brought pride to his hometown, and to all of Yorkshire. On behalf of our community in Penistone & Stocksbridge, my thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in peace.

Today is the start of Fairtrade Fortnight! There are events happening across the country to celebrate and support fairer trade. I’m so proud that both Penistone and Stocksbridge are Fairtrade towns, and would encourage everyone to get involved locally!

It was fantastic to meet with our Labour South Yorkshire Mayor, Oliver Coppard, and Leader of Sheffield City Council, Cllr Tom Hunt, earlier this week to discuss reinstating the SL1 tram link bus. The SL1 is an absolute lifeline for people to get to work, school, and to see family and friends.

I had another varied and interesting advice surgery at my office in Chapeltown. From local initiatives around energy conservation to how we can improve the SEND system, I always enjoy meeting constituents. Book a surgery appointment via [email protected].

I had a great session out on the doorstep with local councillors Cllr Dr Alex Burnett and Cllr John Roberts for Penistone East ward in Crane Moor. Great to speak to so many local people on the doorstep!

It was fantastic to meet with our Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander earlier this week, to discuss the delivery of the landmark Penistone Line Upgrade scheme. The Government have granted this project £48 million, and delivering this scheme is one of my top priorities as your MP.

Today, the Education Select Committee has published our new report on “Solving the Send Crisis”, which I’ve been proud to contribute to as a member of the Select Committee. I know the Government shares the Committee’s ambition to make mainstream education genuinely inclusive for children with SEND.

I want to make life easier for parents, and ensure every child gets the best start in life, as part of our Plan for Change. Labour are expanding access to high-quality early years education where it’s needed most, with another 300 new or expanded nurseries from September 2026.

For too long, patients have been stuck on the Tories’ record-breaking waiting lists. We said we'd deliver 2 million extra NHS appointments for patients. This week, we hit 5 million more appointments. These figures show that Labour is delivering for our communities and our country.

This years’ Penistone Agricultural Show was spectacular! I thoroughly enjoyed meeting lots of local people, some of whom I’ve known since I was a little girl, and looking at all the amazing produce and crafts. Well done to all those who entered and won prizes.

I was 5 years old when the Hillsborough disaster occurred less than half a mile from my constituency where I grew up. As the PM reminds us, this law is for the 97, but also for the sub-postmasters, the victims of infected blood, and those who died in Grenfell Tower.

I was proud to vote again for the biggest upgrade of workers' rights in a generation. Tonight, I voted against every single attempt from the Tories, Lib Dems, and Reform to water down our Bill for workers’ rights. This pro-worker, pro-business Government that has your back.

Calling all schools across Penistone and Stocksbridge! Applications open for free school visits and workshops in Parliament for the Spring Term 2026 from 10am on Wednesday 17 September, including a travel subsidy worth up to £2,400! learning.parliament.uk/en/availabil...

State schooled kids who did A Level art together at Penistone Grammar School... Richard Kitson from our constituency has his painting featured in the National Portrait Gallery in London, after winning the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award. #smashglassceilings

Reform MPs couldn't even be bothered to show up to the Bus Services Bill debate yesterday. Labour's new law means communities can finally take back control of our bus networks, with new powers to set routes, fares, and services. 🚌

It’s a privilege to be appointed PPS for the Department for Business and Trade. The Department has already delivered some fantastic work, including the Employment Rights Bill, tackling late payments for small businesses, and the upcoming Steel Strategy. I can’t wait to get started!🌹

I dropped in to the see campaigners on the sodium valproate reproductive risk scandal in Parliament this week, as a member of the First Do No Harm APPG. The Government are currently considering the recommendations of the Patient Safety Commissioner closely.

Today in Parliament, I called for the SL1 tram link bus to be reinstated. I spoke in support of the Government's Bus Services Bill, which gives new powers to our local and combined authorities to take back control of our buses, routes, and ticketing. Hear my speech in the Chamber on this Bill 👇

Today I was proud to support National Farmers Day in Parliament. Farmers in our consituency are at the beating heart of our country, and it is their hard work that puts food on our tables.

This week, I met with the Royal College of Nursing to discuss my campaign to improve the inclusivity of maternity care for disabled women. I am grateful for the Royal College working with us to ensure all disabled mothers are treated and dignity and respect.

I was proud last night to vote for the Government's Renters Rights Bill. Everyone is entitled to a safe and decent home. I know the difference this will make to improve standards and access to rented properties across our communities."

As your MP, my job is to represent and help you. Find out what happens when you get in touch with me 👇

I was delighted to deliver a speech to the Fabian Women’s Network mentoring programme, who hosted a residential locally at Northern College - I couldn’t have picked a better location! It was uplifting to see the next generation of women politicians, who will do great work transforming our country.

The NHS enabled me to walk and follow my ambitions, and making our NHS fit for the future is one of my top priorities for our constituency. Come to my ‘Getting the NHS Back on its Feet’ constituency meeting in Wharncliffe Side, on Wed 24th Sep, 6pm-8pm.

It was a privilege today to be voted in as Chair of the new Members Accessibility Group. It's fantastic to be working with MPs from so many different parties, and with Parliament, to improve the accessibility of Parliament for disabled MPs, staff and visitors.

It’s the privilege of my life to ask questions in the House of Commons on behalf of constituents across our communities: from issues like ending the presumption of contact to the future of Stocksbridge Speciality Steels. Parliament is now back from recess. Let’s get to work.

It’s the privilege of my life to ask questions in the House of Commons on behalf of constituents across our communities: from issues like ending the presumption of contact to the future of Stocksbridge Speciality Steels. Parliament is now back from recess. Let’s get to work.

It’s the privilege of my life to ask questions in the House of Commons on behalf of constituents across our communities: from issues like ending the presumption of contact to the future of Stocksbridge Speciality Steels. Parliament is now back from recess. Let’s get to work.

We had a lovely day in the sunshine recently at Cannon Hall Farm for my little one’s birthday. I’ve been coming here since it first opened, when I was a child. It’s brilliant to see the growing range of activities and animals. Thanks to all their lovely staff too.

We had a Toggenburg when I was growing up here, so was lovely to meet this one at last year's Penistone Agricultural Show...

A huge well done to everyone in Penistone and Stocksbridge receiving their GCSE results today! A big thank you also goes to teachers, support staff, and families who have guided and encouraged our young people throughout their journey.

"Has Labour really made our communities safer?" 👇

Today marks the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day. We reflect on the remarkable perseverance and bravery shown by those who fought and endured the war in Asia and the Pacific. They must never be forgotten.

Congratulations to everyone across our communities and country who have received their A Level and BTEC Results today! It takes hard work and determination to get to this point, so whatever your results, you should all be so proud of yourselves!

Here's 22 things the Labour Government have done to tackle the cost of living crisis 👇

Glorious weather for South Yorkshire Festival at Wortley Hall ☀️. What a fantastic range of activities, stalls, local businesses and performers. Huge thank you to the Wortley Hall Staff and all the volunteers who made it such a success!

Have you got a passion for digital content creation? Channel 4 have places in Leeds on their paid 16-week Content Creatives programme. They’re calling all aspiring creatives in Yorkshire! The deadline for applications is Friday 29th August at 5pm - link to apply below! 👇

It was great to be out on the doorstep listening to residents in Chapeltown – luckily the sun was shining for us! ☀️ If you want to get in touch with me about a local or national issue, please email [email protected].

I want to hear from you! ⚽ I’m working with @ParalympicsGB on their Equal Play campaign, to ensure every child has access to sport and PE in schools. Last year, only 1 in 4 disabled children saying they took part regularly in sport at school last year. 🧵

The LimbBo Foundation Adventure Day at Cawthorne Cricket ground was an absolute triumph. It was their 7th Adventure Day, and the biggest yet! I’m so proud to be a LimbBo Ambassador for our local charity who provide incredible support to children with limb difference and families.

Happy #NationalBookLoversDay! 📖 A big shoutout today to our brilliant local libraries across Penistone and Stocksbridge! I want to ensure every child across our communities has access to reading, so every child across our constituency has the best possible start in life.

I know #SWFC fans in our communities are frustrated with the inadequate ownership of Dejphon Chansiri. It is welcome news that @EFL have confirmed they will start the season tomorrow as planned. One rogue owner does not get to destroy a beloved club. www.thestar.co.uk/sport/footba...

It was fantastic to launch my Summer School this week, starting with sessions about speechwriting and how Parliament works. Our students had such brilliant ideas and questions, and I’m delighted so many young people are engaging in politics to make changes to our communities!

This week I’ve continued my travels around different parts of our constituency for my advice surgeries with constituents. The Bolsterstone village hall was a lovely venue, and it was great to meet with the Chair, Sally Rance, ahead of the surgery too.

#InternationalCatDay2025 Our kittens Peachy and Rosie are celebrating International Cat Day by chilling out 😎 – business as usual! I’d love to see how your feline friends are spending the day – share your photos in the replies below! 😸

The Government have announced £88 million for a major expansion of youth services, to transform opportunities for young people. I’m so pleased the Government is taking bold action to reconnect young people into our communities, to support parents and keep children safe.

With Labour, every primary school will have a library. We know the transformative power school libraries have in giving children the best possible start in life. This will help unlock that potential for every child, no matter where they live. #LibrariesForPrimaries

England might not have got the victory today, but in our communities, we're building the next generation of England cricketers. I’m glad to have been able to help Penistone Cricket Club to resolve a planning issue that will mean their new clubhouse can go ahead.  #ENGvIND