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When my parents came to this country, they had everything thrown at them. They believed that in society we all look after each other and that if someone fell we should be there to help them stand again.
I remember being told at school that I could not pursue the career I wanted because of who I am and where I was from. That gave me the determination to have my voice heard and that of other young people.
Labour transformed my life. Better school buildings, getting into university and working as a teacher where every child did matter. Sure Start helped me when I needed it most, my daughter getting on the savings ladder with the Child Trust Fund and my late husband receiving outstanding cancer care.
My story will be not that different from the thousands of families in Watford. People who just want the opportunity and chance to do better, to get on.
As a Labour councillor for 8 years, I have helped shape and deliver a Labour Manifesto. With very little, we have been able to create great things. Making a difference to people.
From new council homes, to building new medical centres, special schools and adult education centres. Supporting local businesses, high streets and creating employment opportunities. But more importantly, people have a voice and involvement in the decisions that impact their lives. That is what Labour can do in power.
Our communities need a Labour government. Watford needs a Labour MP. Someone who will fight for its NHS and hospital, for better public transport, for affordable housing and protections for leaseholders.
I work hard for residents. I campaign all year round speaking to voters, addressing their concerns and being their voice. I will be a Labour MP that will work with all our members, our councillors and all communities.
Members are the beating heart of any campaign and I will work with members across the constituency, setting up local action teams and look to recruit more members.
This is a crucial seat and campaigning is key. I will campaign weekly, all year round meeting voters and be grounded in the community.
I will also hold regular and a variety of fundraising events to help support our General and Local Election campaigns.
As our MP I will ensure responsiveness to residents and members. Regular surgeries and regular reports back to you as members.
particularly for better bus routes and NHS services
for better rights and protections for leaseholders, private renters and people who dealing with fire safety and cladding issues.
Today (22 April) marks Stephen Lawrence Day, a day to commemorate Stephen Lawrence, who was murdered in a racially motivated attack in 1993. Today is an opportunity for us all to reflect on the importance of equality, justice, and education in our society.
Speaking to voters on the #LabourDoorstep this afternoon in Kingsbury/Brent for @SadiqKhan @KrupeshHirani
Former Tory voter - 'will never vote for a Tory candidate or party that is completely anti-growth. I'm going to vote for Sadiq & Labour because they see ...opportunity.'🌹
I read @Councillorsuzie 's manifesto cover to cover and it doesn't mention business at all. Or skills. Or jobs. Or high streets. Choice on May 2 very clear now - @SadiqKhan the most pro-business Mayor ever or the @Conservatives who don't think business worth a passing mention
Sports stars including rugby player Maro Itoje and coach Sir Clive Woodward have backed plans that would see schoolchildren do more PE under Labour
Sir Keir Starmer has promised more team games in state schools if he becomes prime minister
Cllr Gwen Grahl, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Schools, responds to concerns about the future of the UK Youth Parliament programme following the sudden closure of the British Youth Council last month:
Happy Passover to Jewish people celebrating here and across the world.
Chag Sameach!
I am delighted to confirm that I am standing as the Parliamentary Candidate for the new Windsor constituency for Labour. This will be an uphill task, but I fundamentally believe that residents of Windsor have been failed by 14 years of chaos by the Conservative government.
