Policy / campaign enquiry responses

Every day, I receive dozens of policy, petition and campaign emails from constituents concerned about a huge variety of national issues. While individual constituency enquiries will be answered by email or letter, due to the vast increase in the volume of emails now being generated, I can no longer guarantee replying to these individually and am therefore posting my responses on this section of my website.

EDM 633 (the right to protest)

It is essential that people have the right to protest, however, no one has the right to intimidate or harass other citizens, including the Jewish communityThe Metropolitan Police stated after independent consideration that it was appropriate to prevent the Palestine Solidarity Ca

New Homes (Solar Generation) Bill

It is my view that, where appropriate, solar panels can put unused roof space to good use and are an important technology in helping to reduce carbon emissions.I believe the Government must support the deployment of rooftop solar across the country.

Israel / Palestine (November 2024)

 I have been contacted by a large number of constituents about this ongoing situation and I appreciate the strength of feeling on this matter. This is an unimaginably difficult time for people in Israel and Gaza and I can assure you that I want to see an end to the awful violence in the re

Assisted Dying Bill

I have been contacted by many of my constituents about the assisted dying and end of life issues during the coming Parliament. Assisted dying matters are difficult and anyone facing such decisions deserves the highest level of compassion and understanding.

Israel/Gaza (March 2024)

I fully acknowledge this is a highly sensitive situation and emotions are understandably very high.

Homelessness

A large number of constituents have been in contact sharing their concerns about criminalisation of homelessness.

UNRWA Funding

As I am sure my constituents will appreciate, I have been contacted by a number of constituents regarding the recent developments relating to UNRWA funding and the ICJ ruling. Nobody wants to see this conflict last a moment longer than necessary, and I welcome that the UK Government is supporting a

Disposable Vapes

I have received a large amount of correspondence from a number of constituents who are understand concerned with disposable e-cigarettes being littered in the streets of our towns and countryside.

World Cancer Day Research

I am proud that the UK is a world leader in cancer research, and I recognise the importance of Government investment in ensuring that we can continue to improve survival rates and quality of life of cancer patients. Current Government-funded projects include a £47.5 million part