Andy Burnham’s first policy speech is a significant improvement from the government's current offer.

The findings from Donna Ockenden’s review into Nottingham University Hospitals Trust have sent shockwaves across the country. I spoke to ITV News about why I support calls for a public inquiry, provided it won’t delay criminal proceedings or stop recommendations being adopted in full.

I’m heartbroken for Nottingham resident Isaac Clare-Watts, who was killed at a summer solstice event in the Peak District, and his beautiful family. I know that he was a kind, warm and loving son and brother, and his loss will be unbearable for all who cherished him.

The heatwave gripping western Europe is the most severe and widespread on record. Scientists are clear that it was only made possible by the climate crisis, driven by fossil fuel burning. [1/4]

A new Prime Minister alone is not enough. To deliver the change people voted for in 2024, we need a new political direction and a scaling up of ambition. Socialist Campaign Group MPs have set out the basics of what that looks like:

With the publication of draft legislation to ban conversion practices, the government is finally one step further to fulfilling our manifesto commitment. Well done to the campaigners who have fought for many years to make this happen, and to @oliviabaileymp for bringing forward this Bill. 1/2

My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the 2536 harmed or bereaved families in Donna Ockenden’s review. Behind each number is an entire family that will never be the same again, and individuals who have been utterly failed by the services that were supposed to care for them, often repeatedly.

Great to join St Ann’s East’s Pride in Place Chair and Vice Chair at an event in Parliament focusing on community engagement and local communications. The Pride in Place programme will invest £20m in St Ann’s over the next decade, putting residents in charge of how the money is spent.

A coronation of the next Labour leader is not in the best interests of our party or the country. A democratic leadership election would mean that candidates set out their vision and are held accountable to it by our members and trade unions.

Decades on, victims of the Windrush scandal are still being denied justice. A report found that more than half of compensation claims under the Windrush redress scheme have been rejected - and campaigners are calling for a radical overhaul. I recently signed a letter supporting their demands:

A joint statement from local MPs on the arrests connected to the mortuary at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust.

My statement on the Prime Minister's resignation.

I’m shocked and saddened to hear that one person has died and more have been seriously injured in a collision involving a train travelling from Nottingham to London. My deepest condolences to their loved ones, and my thoughts are with all passengers and staff. 1/2

Congratulations to @andyburnham.bsky.social on a phenomenal victory. By beating Reform by over 20%, he has shown that our party can not only defeat the far right but also leave them in the dust. [1/3]

It was great to visit the People’s Hall to hear about Nottingham Historic Buildings Trust’s plans for the space following initial funding, as well as their ambitions for future projects in the city. [1/3]

A fantastic, well-deserved appointment. Jacob has worked extensively on restorative justice. He's an ideal person to advise the government on building a more preventative, evidence-led youth justice system which can better protect the public and improve outcomes for children and victims.

Ten years ago today, Jo Cox MP was murdered by a far-right white supremacist who called her a “traitor” for believing in an open and inclusive vision of our country. Her message - that we have more in common than that which divides us - is what the far-right is still trying to destroy today.

I’ve been contacted by many constituents about the harm caused to children by social media - from viewing inappropriate content and the risk of grooming, to bullying and the impact on mental health. I share these concerns, but worry that a blanket social media ban for under-16s isn’t the answer.

The Court of Appeal has ruled that the government’s proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation was lawful, days after four activists were sentenced as terrorists for criminal damage — a first in our legal history. [1/3]

A joint statement from the city MPs on the third anniversary of the Nottingham attacks.

At the last general election, our party pledged to build a National Care Service. I asked the government what steps it is taking to address the social care crisis, and whether it will expedite social care reforms to meet this commitment.

Solidarity with @neueastmidlands.bsky.social members striking at Forest Fields Primary School from today, who cite issues including workload and unreasonable management practices. I hope the school’s management engages with their concerns seriously and works to resolve them.

The attempted murder in Belfast was an appalling act of brutality by one individual. It has been universally condemned and the perpetrator has been arrested and charged. [1/2]

More than 100 MPs have now signed the motion I tabled alongside colleagues to disapprove the Equality Act 2010: Draft Code of Practice for Services, public functions and associations. Please email your MP asking them to sign EDM 240 if they haven’t already.

It was a pleasure to meet with my constituent, award-winning comedian Benny Shakes, and hear about the brilliant work he is doing through @bluebadgebunch.bsky.social, a theatre company specialising in accessible and interactive shows, hosted by disabled performers and comedians. Give them a follow 💚

After 14 painful and traumatic weeks for the families of Barnaby Webber, Grace O’Malley-Kumar, and Ian Coates, and the surviving victims, the Nottingham Inquiry evidence hearings have concluded. [1/3]

Great to be out doorknocking in Mapperley with ward councillors Sajid and Leslie. Thank you to local members for joining and helping us deliver our newsletter!  My office and I are always here to support constituents with casework issues - just drop me an email.

Henry Nowak is the latest victim of a policing system that frequently abuses its power and strips people of their humanity. It is utterly despicable and it is not new. [1/3]

Solidarity with Sikh communities in Nottingham and across the country, amidst yet another sharp rise in anti-Sikh racism as the far-right shamelessly exploits a young man’s murder. [1/3]

The reports of Henry Nowak bleeding to death in handcuffs because police did not believe that he had been stabbed, are truly harrowing. His killer has rightly been brought to justice, but Henry’s loved ones deserve accountability from the police too. [1/2]

Alongside colleagues, I have tabled a motion to disapprove the Equality Act 2010: Draft Code of Practice for Services, public functions and associations. We cannot support it, and we have a responsibility to our trans constituents to resist it. Please email your MP asking them to sign EDM 240.

Solidarity with University of Nottingham staff beginning their 61 days of strike action today. I share their deep concerns about the impacts of 600+ proposed job cuts and 40+ proposed course closures on staff, students, and our city. [1/2]

I worked with @care4calais.org to table a motion calling on the government to immediately discontinue the UK-France one-in-one-out pilot. This pilot has resulted in serious human rights violations - affecting children and survivors of torture and trafficking - and has been condemned by UN experts.

Thank you to Sherwood Community Centre for making my team and me feel so welcome last week! We discussed the ongoing negotiations around the centre’s lease and the valuable work that the team does every day. [1/3]

I’ll never say “it’s between Labour and Reform” unless it is - and in Makerfield it clearly is. @andyburnham.bsky.social will not only be a champion for people in this area and make their voices heard nationally, but he also has the potential to change the Labour Party - and therefore the country.

This is incredibly powerful from @fruitypy.bsky.social, calling on the government to legislate to protect trans people’s rights, privacy and inclusion:

Eid Mubarak! Wishing Muslims in Nottingham and beyond a happy Eid al-Adha. May you and your loved ones have a day filled with joy and celebration.

There are plenty of lessons that can be learnt from Tony Blair’s legacy. For example, that privatisation has been disastrous and following the US into illegal wars is wrong. [1/3]

Disability Rights UK is conducting a survey on disabled people’s experience of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). If you want your experiences to inform research, policy discussions and recommendations on PIP, please fill out the survey in the link below.

My latest article for Labour List

Wishing you the very best, Carla, in your recovery. I know it won’t be linear but I hope a leave of absence gives you some space to concentrate on your health. A brave decision that should be supported across the political spectrum.

It is disgraceful that hospital staff unlawfully accessed the medical records of the victims of the Nottingham attacks. These were cruel, selfish actions that violated the privacy of the victims and were deeply hurtful for their loved ones. 1/2

While it appears that the government has successfully pushed back on some particularly harmful elements in the previous draft, the new Code of Practice will still lead to the exclusion of trans people from services and facilities that they have used without issue for a very long time. [1/5]

Net migration to the UK has fallen by nearly 50%. This has not made and will not make a single bit of positive difference to people’s lives. Because the problem was never immigration - it was 40 years of Thatcherism. [1/3]

Happy Vyshyvanka Day! It’s an honour to once again take part in the annual celebration of the traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirt, which symbolises national identity, cultural heritage and resilience. Slava Ukraini! 🌻

The threat of the far-right is on our streets and in our political system. Unless the government wants these hateful people running the country in 2029, it must get its act together.

Fantastic appointment. @michellewelshmp.bsky.social has tirelessly fought with and for Nottingham families affected by failings at NUH. She will bring lived experience, immense courage and empathy to this role.

Families and caregivers are concerned that the government’s plans will weaken the rights of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. I recently spoke at the Nottingham Save Our Children’s Rights protest and joined the calls to revise these proposals. [1/2]

It's always a pleasure to visit Himmah and hear about the work they are doing to tackle poverty and racism in Nottingham. I am pleased that they are one of the local hubs for Power to Prosper - a project that aims to address the root causes of poverty, inequality and problem debt in this country.

The NEC must allow Andy Burnham to put himself forward to be the candidate for Makerfield. To block our most popular politician, in a moment of severe crisis for our party, would not only gift this seat to Reform but would jeopardise Labour's future. 1/2