For many years, in Westminster, Brexit was a taboo topic. No one wanted to reopen the debate about Britain’s long-term relationship with Europe. But when I spend time talking to residents and business owners in Finchley & Golders Green, it is clear to me that it’s a conversation people want to have again.
Read more“Hope Again”. That was the theme of the Prime Minister’s speech in Liverpool where I have spent the last few days. Andy Burnham set out an honest and ambitious agenda for the country and communities like ours.
Read moreLegal advice can help people understand their rights, make informed decisions and take action. Yet for many people, accessing that advice can be difficult.
I saw from my constituency casework how many people were struggling to access legal support, so I decided to create a Free Legal Advice Centre bridge this gap.
Read moreBarnet Council’s Cabinet said ‘yes’ to a brand new leisure centre and lido in North Finchley.
Read moreI’ve spent the past few months touring local secondary schools listening to our young people’s views about social media, and how we should control it. In January, I launched a survey for local parents, and almost 900 of you responded in support of a ban. I presented these survey results to government ministers.
Read moreThis isn’t the first time I’ve written to you about the state of our high streets – and it likely won’t be the last. Residents across Finchley & Golders Green tell me they want to see improvements. I understand the frustration when we see boarded up shops, tatty shop fronts, signs of decline and a feeling that our high streets are not places we want to visit on the weekend.
Read moreEvery individual deserves the right to a secure, safe housing, living free from the fear of sudden eviction. Since I was elected in 2024, housing has consistently been the number one issue raised by constituents.
Read moreLooking ahead to 2026, my resolution as your MP is to continue using my convening power to strengthen the ties in our community.
Read moreOne of my first visits as MP for Finchley and Golders Green was to the venue. From family friendly samba music to pole dancing competitions, the visit was like no other.
Read moreIts back to school with a bang! From recess to a reshuffle, there’s never a dull moment in politics. As for me, I’m still in the day jobs I love the most – as your MP in Finchley and Golders Green, Minister for Courts and mum to my girls who I’m glad to say are literally back to school!
Read moreIt has been just over a year since I became your MP in Finchley and Golders Green. You can read my annual report here.
Read moreWe are lucky to have a thriving and supportive community of people with special educational needs and disabilities. During the General Election I promised to work with you to navigate a difficult system and advocate for a better one.
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