With Labour, interest rates are down again📉

This government is setting out a mission to halve violence against women and girls within a decade. This is an issue that is an absolute priority to me. These are just some ways in which we'll be doing that.

Some of you may already know that each week I sit on the Justice Select Committee, which scrutinises the Ministry of Justice and other associated bodies. This week, Secretary of State for Justice David Lammy was in front of the committee.

The scenes in Bondi this weekend have been horrifying. My thoughts are with the victims' loved ones, all those affected by this terrible act of violence, and the wider Jewish community.

I've met with Lord Hendy, Rail Minister, on multiple occasions. Just this week, we spoke on a number of issues that I know have been impacting constituents, such as the lack of accessibility at Sandbach station, a lack of late trains, and Sunday services in Congleton🚆

Labour is delivering the biggest-ever investment in road maintenance to fix Britain’s broken roads, giving councils the long-term investment they need to plan properly and get things right first time.

Issues surrounding SEND and access to services is something that I push strongly about in Parliament. Recently, I met with Secretary of State for Education Bridget Philipson. I raised concerns about CAMHS, the urgent need for additional SEND places, and the funding pressures for local schools.

I had such a lovely time at the Spark Lane Nurseries’ Christmas market! I’ve been lucky to have been able to attend lots of Christmas events in the constituency this month already, and hearing that Spark Lane raised over £1000 for the Guide Dogs charity is brilliant! 🎄🐾

Today marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, where we can celebrate the achievements of those with disabilities across the Congleton constituency💜

Some post-budget reflections from me💭 Lots of great news for us locally, with investment in roads, small businesses, and a reduction in family bills.

41 sign-ups for UK Parliament Week across the constituency (and in the top 100 constituencies across the country...) 👏 Thank you to all of those who have signed up. I'm really looking forward to seeing what you all get up to between now and Friday.

🚨 From April 2026, half a million more children will have free breakfast clubs.

On International Men's Day, I want to reiterate how important it is that we continue to push for increased paid paternity leave. I'm proud to chair the APPG on Family Friendly and Flexible Working, and work with brilliant cross-party MPs, charities, and organisations on this. #InternationalMensDay

Compared to last year, ambulances are arriving faster and NHS waiting lists are down by 230,000. There's still lots to do, but these are great achievements.

Numerous constituents have been in touch with me regarding their experiences with FirstPort. It's an issue that I've raised in Parliament, and will continue to challenge on behalf of my constituents. I signed this letter alongside a significant number of fellow MPs.

Armistice Day is a time to reflect, as we did on Sunday, on the bravery of those lost by the end of WWI. On Sunday, I visited the Cenotaph in each of our constituency's towns to lay a wreath and pay my own respects. Lest we forget.

Speaking last week at the All Party Parliamentary Group for Access to Justice meeting. We spoke specifically on the need to ensure people have access to advice services and surgeries - including pro bono services⚖️

Today, we commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. I’m proud to honour their lives and bravery. We will remember them.

Some photos from Congleton Bonfire last weekend!🎆 If you’re attending any bonfires or firework displays this weekend, be sure to keep safe and be respectful of people in the area. It can be a tricky few weeks of the year for those with pets or livestock. A big thank you to Congleton Rotary.

I had the pleasure of visiting Avocet in Holmes Chapel a few weeks ago, and yesterday I was proud to mention them in Parliament. With such competitive international markets, I asked the Defence Secretary what steps they are taking to support British manufacturing businesses such as Avocet.

Had fun trick or treating with my children this weekend (thanks to all those who were generous with the sweets!), but I can't pretend my decorations were a patch on those I saw at Sparks Lane Nursery... Their Christmas market is coming up at the end of the month. Mark your calendars!

70% of children in poverty have at least one working parent. Statutory paternity pay is currently so low that men often don’t take it, and commonly don’t take up shared parental leave at all. This is not a sustainable living for people with children, and we need to look at it urgently.

This week, Labour have delivered massive change for renters with the Renters' Rights Bill becoming law🏠

The biggest change to sexual health services in 60 years. The morning-after pill will now be free in pharmacies across England, in a huge step forward for women's health.

In March, I spoke in the Commons about how difficult it can be for victims of abuse when having to pay a fee to have their details withheld from the insolvency register. For people who often escape abuse with little more than the clothes on their back, survivors can face a heavy financial burden.

It was a pleasure to take part in the last NFU Food and Farming Fellowship scheme visit. It’s been a great experience to see so much of the farming industry this past year. Last Friday, we visited FareShare in Liverpool to see how surplus food from farming gets used to help vulnerable people.

I had a lovely visit to the year 8 pupils at Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School earlier this week, where I got the chance to talk during their personal development module on politics! They asked so many insightful questions about what life is like as an MP. What a fab way to start off the week!😊

It was great to appear on BBC Politics North West yesterday morning, where we spoke about housing, devolution, and a whole host of other issues. Let me know if you caught it yesterday, and if not then you can catch up here! www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

Giving women and girls the opportunities to thrive in STEM careers is vital🔭 Ada Lovelace Day celebrates the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths.

Earlier this week I attended an event on Women in STEM where I met representatives from organisations such as STEMAZING - a non-profit which aims to amplify the voices of women in STEM across the country 🔭 👩‍💻 📐

It's World Mental Health Day. Now is a better time than any to remind ourselves how vital it is to, first and foremost, look after ourselves. But it's not just about today, there are resources available year-round to support yourself and others with mental health and wellbeing.

Parents of SEND children having somewhere they can meet and chat is really important, so they can share their own challenges and solutions. I was so glad to meet with some of these parents. I'm dedicated to working hard for the best SEND provision possible for parents, carers, and children.

Yesterday I had the pleasure of visiting Daneside Theatre, who are now the third organisation in the constituency to benefit from solar panels thanks to Dane Valley Community Energy. They've seen a 15% reduction in energy bills so far!

I had the chance to talk to Cancer Research UK whilst at conference. Over 7,000 people are diagnosed each year with Ovarian Cancer, and I had the chance to hear about a lot about the work that they are doing on a vaccine.

It’s always great to be able to talk to constituents face-to-face at my surgeries. Thank you to everyone who attended in Congleton last week. Remember, if you’re looking to book a surgery appointment, you can email [email protected] and a member of my team can get back to you ASAP!

Back in the constituency after a busy few days at Labour conference! I’ve both been a part of and listened to some brilliant conversations whilst in Liverpool, which I’m looking forward to working on further. Thank you to anyone who asked me to attend specific events or visit certain stalls!

I had a lovely visit yesterday morning to Diamond Electronics, another of our constituency's excellent family businesses. It was great meeting Darren, Damien, Charlotte, and the rest of the staff there as they told me about the company's history. 💡 🏭

I was so pleased to attend the roundtable on measuring inclusion and wellbeing in schools recently, joined by school and sector leaders, alongside the Minister of State for the Department of Education.

Labour has secured £150bn in investment across Britain 📈

In the first half of this year, our economy grew faster than any country in the G7🇬🇧

Even prior to my election last year, I have been all too familiar with the challenges faced locally when it comes to transport. I see it when travelling through my own constituency, and in the emails coming through my office each week.

Today is 999 Day, honouring the 2 million people who serve across the NHS and emergency services. The role of first responders and volunteers is immense, with over 250,000 of them helping our emergency services operate. A huge thank you to every person dedicating their lives to this.

A reminder that at 3pm today there will be a nationwide Emergency Alerts test🚨 Again, if you’re in a position where this may pose a safety risk, you can opt out of alerts in your settings.

Helping constituents, no matter what the issue, is a core part of mine and my team's role as I serve as your local MP. Since being elected, we've closed 7,707 cases after helping constituents - and counting! If you need our support, please get in touch at [email protected] ✉️

As ever, it's important to support our local businesses in the constituency. Here are a few that I've been to recently (if you wanted some inspiration for the weekend!) 🍴 🍰 Cafe on the Square 🍞 Bradwall Bakehouse 🐟 George & Dragon

A sunny visit to Holmes Chapel Zoo last weekend, where I signed up to be a member of the Cheshire Wildlife Trust. Protecting local wildlife is vital in the constituency, and I'm proud to support the organisation putting so much work into doing so. And a stop for ice cream on the way out!

If you didn't know, bears completely take over Brereton in August!🐻 The annual Brereton Bear Festival is amazing to see. Here are some of my favourites from when I was driving through recently. 📷

A few weeks ago, David Williams MP and I hosted our joint coffee morning in Mow Cop☕ It was a brilliant opportunity to talk to residents in an area that we share across our constituencies, and I'm looking forward to hosting more in other areas in the future!

Happy Bank Holiday!😊 Hope you've all enjoyed the weekend. Let me know what you've been up to🌳

This weekend is Congleton's Jazz and Blues Festival! 🎷 🎶 There's so much to see across the weekend, so let me know who you end up watching!