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Congratulations to Wycombe Wanderers
I wish to congratulate Wycombe Wanderers Football Club on achieving a place in the League One play-offs and commend them on a fantastic season so far.
Labour to seize and crush fly-tipping vehicles
I welcome the Labour Government’s fly-tipping crack down that will punish waste cowboys, tackle the scourge of waste crime, and bring consequences to those who disrespect our area .
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Thousands of extra driving tests available each month
I’m pleased to see the government taking decisive action to increase the availability of tests and remove barriers to opportunity.
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Delivering on GP improvements
Over 1,500 extra GPs recruited to help end ‘8am scramble’ and bring back the family doctor in Wycombe.
Drop-in event at YMCA
I attended a drop-in event that connected YMCA residents with charities and organisations who provide a range of invaluable support.
Breakfast clubs roundtable
I hosted a roundtable of school leaders, parents, and providers to understand the impact of breakfast clubs.
High Wycombe Ambulance Station
The local ambulance service is advocating for greater public awareness about when it is appropriate to call an ambulance.
Breakfast club at Highworth Combined School
The staff explained how breakfast clubs support parents to work, and the children told me how much they enjoy attending breakfast club.
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Children’s community campaigns
I visited High Wycombe Church of England Primary School to hear about the children’s community campaigns.
Attack on vulnerable adults at the Wrights Meadow Centre
I condemn the appalling attack on the members of High Wycombe Gateway Club.
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Community Iftar at The Hive
This was an incredible opportunity to learn about the holy month of Ramadan and hear from voices within the community.
Community Iftar at Jubilee Road Mosque
Many thanks to everyone at Jubilee Road Mosque for their warm welcome and a wonderful community Iftar.
Tackling knife crime in Wycombe
Leaders of Wycombe’s faith communities, BNU and TVP met to discuss how to tackle knife crime in Wycombe.
Video: International Women’s Day at Wycombe High School
The students asked insightful questions about how we can get more women into top roles in business and politics.
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Plans to redevelop Wycombe hospital
I have offered my steadfast support. for the plans to redevelop our hospital. We must not lose any additional services.
Community Impact Bucks
I would like to congratulate Community Impact Bucks on their new website – a one stop shop for volunteers, charities, and residents.
Funding for community-based Early Support Hubs
Hundreds of young people across Wycombe will receive bolstered support with their mental health this year.
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Buckinghamshire Business First’s spotlight on skills
I met with more than 15 local employers at an event organised by BBF to examine how the Government’s skills agenda can drive economic growth.
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Taking back our streets
The Government’s flagship Crime and Policing Bill represents the biggest package of new laws on crime and policing for decades.
Outstanding careers guidance at RGS
I enjoyed a tour of Wycombe’s Royal Grammar School and learned about school’s award-winning careers programme.
Visit to Seeleys House
I have written to Buckinghamshire Council to share my concerns about the impact of the potential closures of services like Seeleys House.
Tackling speeding and illegal parking
I’m delighted that Thames Valley Police have worked alongside me to increase joint speeding and DVLA operations.
Constituency Support Highlights
Since September I have hosted 10 surgeries where I have met with over 90 constituents.
Wycombe for Fairtrade
I learned about their campaign to ensure that more retailers and catering outlets in Wycombe stock Fairtrade-certified products.
Labour is creating more apprenticeships
Labour is creating apprenticeships for tens of thousands of young people by listening to businesses.
Cableflow
Companies such as Cableflow have an important role to play in our Labour government’s mission to make Britain a clean energy superpower.
Finings Wood Community Group
The group is campaigning to sustainably protect, manage and restore this ancient woodland for the community and for nature.
Buckinghamshire Council Elections
It was great to meet some of Labour’s exciting array of young, vibrant and diverse candidates for Bucks Council elections in May.
Chiltern Railways
I met with Richard Allan, Managing Director of Chiltern Railways, to discuss local concerns and the steps being taken to improve services.
The Holocaust must never be forgotten
I have signed the Holocaust Educational Trust (UK) Book of Commitment pledging to mark Holocaust Memorial Day and remember all those who were murdered.
My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
I was pleased to learn about the important work of the Motor Neurone Disease charity, My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
Wycombe District Swimming Club
As a keen swimmer, I enjoyed presenting trophies at the Wycombe District Swimming Club’s annual awards event.
Wycombe Friends of the Earth
We discussed air and water pollution, renewable energy development, and how the Government is delivering on climate action.
Heart of Bucks charity
Heart of Bucks has awarded more than £17 million to more than 6,000 charities since its first grant in 2000.
All Spring Media Ltd
It was great to hear about the exciting opportunities for Wycombe’s young people in the film and TV industry.
Ceasefire in the Middle East
This is a crucial step towards halting the violence that has claimed too many lives and caused immense suffering on both sides.
My Appointment as Economic Secretary to the Treasury
I look forward to working with the Chancellor Rachel Reeves to boost the critical role of financial services in driving growth across the country and delivering vital services to people.
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Interfaith Meeting with BNU and TVP
This meeting of faith leaders is particularly important at a time when international and national figures are doing their best to divide us.
Christmas Card Competition Finalists
I would like to congratulate and thank the finalists in my Christmas card competition.
Cressex Community School
I talked to the GCSE Citizenship students about the role of an MP.
Hansford Sensors
I congratulated Managing Director Chris Hansford on receiving the King’s Award for Enterprise.
Carols by Candlelight at St. Peter’s
It was a privilege to read the first lesson at the Carols by Candlelight service at St. Peter’s Church, Loudwater.
Small Business Saturday UK
I met with a group of small businesses in High Wycombe at The Vanilla Pod Cafe Patisserie on White Hart St.
SV2G
CEO Jacqueline Roberts told me about the important work of the St Vincent and the Second Generation charity.
Sir William Ramsay School
The Headteacher and the CEO of the Trust explained how they are improving the school.
Islamophobia Awareness Month
I have written to the Government to express my deep concern about the growing threat of Islamophobia in our country.
Highcrest Academy
I enjoyed visiting The Highcrest Academy as part of UK Parliament Week.
Millbrook Combined School
I visited Millbrook Combined School & Community Hub and answered some tough questions about the role of an MP
Air League reception in Westminster
The Air League is the UK’s leading aviation and aerospace charity.
Redevelopment of the Chilterns Shopping Centre
I met with the MD of Dandara Living to learn about their plans.
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Castlefield School and Beechview Academy
I enjoyed visiting schools for UK Parliament week.
High Wycombe Christmas lights
Fantastic evening at the High Wycombe Christmas lights switch on. I can’t remember the last time I have seen High Wycombe so full of people!
Sikh Gurdwara
At the Gurdwara Amrit Parchar Dharmik Diwan, there is a celebration for the 555th anniversary of the arrival of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
Respect for Shop Workers Week at Tesco
I met staff at Tesco’s Loudwater store during Respect for Shop Workers Week.
Visit to the Accessible Workshop
The Accessible Workshop is a Social Enterprise Initiative which enables adults with learning disabilities or autism to build real-world work skills.
Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines
I had a fantastic evening meeting with Ralph Gonsalves, the Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, at Hilltop Community Centre.
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Remembrance Sunday
I attended the Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service to honour those brave service personnel who serve and have served to keep us safe
Inter Faith Liasion
I met with Imam Haseeb Jahangir and with Rabbi Neil Janes
High Wycombe Delivery Office
I visited Royal Mail’s High Wycombe Delivery Office and joined a postie on their round.
Wycombe Hospital
I met the CEO of Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust. and was encouraged to hear about their plans to develop the hospital.
Pensions Credit surgery
Thanks to Citizens Advice and Age UK for their help with my Pensions Credit surgery.
Constituency Garden of Remembrance
I planted a tribute at the Constituency Garden of Remembrance to remember those who died defending our democratic freedoms and way of life.
What the budget means for Bucks
Fellow Bucks Labour MPs and I wrote to the leader of Bucks Council about the budget.
A Budget to fix the foundations and deliver change
I was proud to be part of the Treasury team standing alongside our first woman Chancellor, Rachel Reeves.
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Chiltern Rangers CIC
The Chiltern Rangers is a Community Interest Company that manages a dozen nature reserves in the Wycombe area.
Shri Meenakshi Amman temple
I learned about plans for a new building and joined devotees for a pooja ceremony.
Vincentian Exhibition for Black History Month
Celebrating Black History Month with Estelle Williams MBE at the Vincentian Exhibition.
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Paradigm Housing Group
I met with Paradigm Housing Group and heard about their plans for good quality affordable housing in our area.
’wear it pink’ day
Breast Cancer is the most common form of cancer. I’d like to encourage everybody to check for signs of breast cancer.
Oak Lodge Skills Hub
I learned how Oak Lodge Skills provide day care for adults with additional needs and help them to develop practical life skills.
BNU Inter Faith Co-ordinating Chaplain
Imam Haseeb Jahangir and I discussed how we can work together to bring Wycombe’s communities closer.
International Investment Summit
Incredible day at our International Investment Summit where we secured £63 billion of investment and nearly 38,000 jobs.
Refresh the Marketplace
I got to see how this store aims to encourage people to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Create
New Life
New Life, the Charity for Disabled Children,
sells surplus stock from well-known high street brands.
William Hands, Furniture Maker
It was fascinating to visit William Hands – the furniture maker in the heart of High Wycombe.
pladis R&D centre
I was lucky enough to visit pladis’s Research and Development hub in High Wycombe and to sample some of their latest biscuits.
Farm visits
I was delighted to visit several farms across the constituency today. Thank you to all the farmers who took the time to show me around.
Labour Party Conference
It was an excellent opportunity to discuss how much this government has already achieved and to look ahead towards a decade of national renewal.
Buckinghamshire Business First
I met with Buckinghamshire Business First to discuss how the new government will bring down the barriers to growth for local businesses.
Battle of Britain Sunday
It was an honour and privilege to attend the act of thanksgiving and commemoration of the Battle of Britain today at the All Saints War Memorial in High Wycombe.
Cressex Community School
I really enjoyed dropping in on some of the classes and meeting students when I visited Cressex Community School.
Royal Star & Garter
I really enjoyed visiting the Royal Star and Garter care Home in High Wycombe and meeting the staff and residents.
Wycombe’s new Primark store
I was pleased to be able to attend the grand opening of Wycombe’s new Primark store in the Eden Centre.
Winter Fuel Allowance
The last government wrecked our economy, leaving a £22bn black hole in the public finances. These are not the choices the Chancellor wanted to make or expected to make, but they are the right choices in the circumstances.
Wycombe Refugee Partnership
It was great to meet with Wycombe Refugee Partnership and interesting to hear how the team, made up of over 60 volunteers, support refugees and asylum seekers here in Wycombe. Thank you for all the hard work you do.
Bucks County Show
It was great to speak to farmers and members of the rural community from across Buckinghamshire. I look forward to continuing this close relationship and visiting their farms again soon.
Derehams Inn Community Group
I met with Derehams Inn Community Group as I was keen to hear about their efforts to save the pub. I will be supporting their campaign to bring life back to this community asset.
Pakistan Independence Day
Fantastic evening celebrating Pakistan Independence Day. Thanks for inviting me along to be a part of the celebrations.
Another fantastic Wycombe Pride!
Fighting for equality is in my DNA, it’s why I became an MP and I will continue to always fight for a fairer society.
Standing against hatred and division in Wycombe
Thank you to our brave police officers for protecting the public and preserving the peace in High Wycombe. Thanks also to those who came to gather against hatred and division.
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Allocation of the £11.8m Future High Streets Fund in Wycombe
See the email I sent to Martin Tett, Buckinghamshire Council Leader about the allocation of the £11.8m Future High Streets Fund.
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My appointment as Minister for Pensions
It’s a great honour to have been asked by the new Prime Minister to serve as Parliamentary Secretary in His Majesty’s Treasury and the Department of Work and Pensions.
Thank you for electing me
It’s a huge honour and privilege to be elected as the MP for Wycombe.
International Firefighters Day
Thank you to Wycombe fire station for welcoming me on International Firefighters Day. Thank you to all firefighters in Wycombe, UK and around their world for their bravery and dedication to protecting us and saving lives.
Community Iftars
I was delighted to take part in the community Iftars this Ramadan at John Hampden Grammar School, the HIVE and the Wycombe Mosque.
Speech to the Rotary Club of High Wycombe
I gave a speech about how Parliament has changed over the last 15 years.
My visit to Airflow Developments in Cressex Business park.
Like many other businesses I speak to, Airflow Developments shared that the impact of Brexit has been tough on them.
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My letter to Steve Baker to address the unacceptable comments made by Frank Hester.
I challenged Steve Baker to refuse money from his party if it is funded by Frank Hester.
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International Women’s Day
Fantastic event put on by the Women of Wycombe Labour Party last night. It was a privilege to celebrate International Women’s Day with like-minded women from across Buckinghamshire!
Medical Aid for Palestine / Caabu event
I recently attended an event in Parliament organised by Medical Aid for Palestinians and Caabu (Council for Arab-British Understanding)