Grateful to @wesstreeting for confirming that Donna Ockenden will chair the Leeds maternity investigation.
When I raised this in Parliament, Wes committed to doing everything he can to ensure families get answers. He is doing the right thing by them with this decision. 1/2
I'm grateful to the Prime Minister for meeting with me to discuss security for the Jewish Community in Leeds.
The Government has announced that Jewish Communities will receive £10 million to scale up security at synagogues and schools.
We will root out and defeat antisemitism.
🧡 Delighted to support Hospice UK in Parliament.
St Gemma's Hospice in North East Leeds does outstanding work for our most vulnerable and supports families through extremely difficult times.
I’m proud to have successfully lobbied Ministers for funding uplifts this year.
Today we mark two years since the horrifying attacks on Israel by Hamas terrorists on October 7th 2023. Time does not diminish the evil we saw that day. The worst attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. The brutal, cold blooded torture and murder of Jews in their own homes. And the taking of hostages, including British citizens, some of whom remain in Gaza today.
Since that awful day, so many have endured a living nightmare. When I spoke with some of the families of the British hostages, I promised them in person that we will not cease in our efforts to bring their loved ones home.
But back here in the UK, our Jewish communities have also endured rising antisemitism on our streets, in our country. And last week, a horrifying terrorist attack on the holy day of Yom Kippur in Manchester. This is a stain on who we are, and this country will always stand tall and united against those who wish harm and hatred upon Jewish communities.
Our priority in the Middle East remains the same – release the hostages. Surge aid into Gaza. And a ceasefire that can lead to a lasting and just peace as a step towards a Two-State solution. A safe and secure Israel, alongside a viable Palestinian state. We welcome the US initiative towards peace in the Middle East, and this government will do everything in our power to bring about the day where every child of Israel can live peacefully, alongside their Palestinian neighbours, in safety and security.
Labour MP @FabianLeedsNE tells @skysarahjane that 'we mustn't let this horrific attack destroy solidarity between different faith groups'.
It's after two people were killed in an attack on a synagogue in Manchester.
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Great to have @FabianLeedsNE address a packed meeting of @LeedsNELabour last night.
Fabian updated us on his work in Leeds, @UKParliament & overseas to promote justice, equality and UK soft power.
It's been great fun speaking to local people this summer at community events like @CarnivalLeeds and on #LabourDoorstep.
Now is a great time to get involved, as our our members' events and socials resume in September. Featuring @FabianLeedsNE, @TracyBrabin & many more!
We’ve been listening to Roundhay residents’ hopes & concerns for the neighbourhood this weekend.
Lots of good chats & some local issues that @RoundhayLabour will follow up.
🌹We are the only party on the streets in all Leeds North East wards, all year round.
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Great to be out on #LabourDoorstep in Chapeltown with our MP, @FabianLeedsNE, this weekend.
Listening to local people and sharing how @Leeds_Labour is delivering change.
Thanks to @mickmodern & @mazleeds for joining our monthly meeting to share the inspiring story of @MarchingoutLUFC.
It is great to see @LUFC building strong relationships with fans groups & championing inclusivity.
☀️ A pleasure to be out on a sunny #LabourDoorstep speaking to residents of Chapel Allerton ward.
🌹 Lots of support for @UKLabour & @FabianLeedsNE, alongside some who are still weighing up who to back at the next election.
👂 We love listening to voters all year round.
As we mark five years since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, I know for many there is deep grief and loss that may never be relieved.
Today, we come together to remember, reflect and pay tribute to the sacrifices made by people across our country.