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On Tuesday 5th March, I hurried from the Chamber where I'd been speaking in the Health and Social Care session, and went straight to the on-site Education...

Sunday 18th February was a little different from usual in that I went out to sea with local and regional fishermen to discuss the best ways to make the most of...

On Friday 16th February at Leigh Sailing Club, I convened my fourth clean water and sewage summit. Residents, activists, councillors and concerned business...

My visit to Eastwood Academy in Southend coincided with the school's Cultural Day activities which was unexpected, but great fun. I was shown around by the new...

On Monday 12 Feb I made my quarterly visit to Southend Hospital to witness the progress on several different projects. You may remember that I was instrumental...

Today I called upon the Health Secretary to guarantee improved dental services in Southend West and Leigh, to ensure that everyone who needs an NHS dentist is...

Two years ago when I was elected to be the MP for Southend West, I paid tribute to Sir David Amess, who while holding his regular constituency surgery, was...

On Wednesday 24th January 2024, I was delighted to be able to welcome two of my constituents to the Houses of Parliament. Victoria and Jared Goodwin from...

On the evening of Tuesday 23rd January 2024, I attended the launch of the Music Venue Trust’s report which calls for a fan-led review of grassroots music. It...