The war in Syria, military intervention and the refugee crisis
Many people in Bristol West have contacted me recently about the recent brutal attack on civilians in…
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Meeting for the ‘Windrush Generation’ affected by immigration problems
Did you, or a family member, come to the UK from a Commonwealth country between…
48 hours in Bristol West: What does an MP do during recess?
This week is Parliamentary recess – which means there are no debates in the Houses…
Refugees Family Reunion Bill: a success!
That’s what I call a good day’s work. Today the UK took a step towards…
Thangam Debbonaire’s response to the Spring Statement
Chancellor Philip Hammond today presented the Government’s Spring Statement in the House of Commons. Even…
Calling for an end to stark inequalities in breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and care
Last week, as co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Breast Cancer, I helped to…
What has the Large Hadron Collider ever done for you?
I studied Maths at university, but I have to confess that when I read Stephen…
Young people’s experience of cancer treatment – tell Parliament your views!
Are you a child, teenager, or young adult who has had cancer? Are you a…
UCU Industrial Action
Today, members of the UCU – University and College Union – are striking to protect their pensions.…
The Future of Hamilton House
Bristol is known for its world-class culture, encompassing art, music, theatre, media, architecture, festivals and…
Pioneering cancer research at the University of Bristol
Recently I was able to see first-hand some of the cutting-edge cancer research taking place…
Celebrating the right to vote
On 6 February 1918, the Representation of the People Act was passed and gave some…
Accessibility of public buildings for people with autism
I secured a Westminster Hall debate to discuss how we can improve the accessibility of…
Challenging real-terms cuts in our schools
Has your child brought a letter home from school asking you for donations to help…
NHS Winter Crisis
On Thursday 10 January, I asked Jeremy Hunt what kind of explanation he could possibly…
Keeping in touch in 2018
One of the best things about representing this constituency in Parliament is how engaged and…
Taking part in Drugsland
I’ve always had an interest in drugs policy, but my concern about the impact of…
The UK’s relationship with the EU – where are we now?
Key events: The legislation which the government has referred to as the Great Repeal Bill,…
Statement on the murder in Stokes Croft
I was shocked to hear of the murder of Jamel Powell in the Blue Mountain…
An open letter to anyone who believes in equality
Dear friends, I’m writing this in a particular context. There are allegations of sexual harassment in…
Statement on the death of a man in St Paul’s and the police’s appeal for help
The police are appealing for help in tracing the movements of a man whose body…