Young people in Erith and Thamesmead are set to benefit from new Youth Hubs announced by the Government as part of a national drive to tackle youth unemployment. This week, the Government confirmed that almost 180 new Youth Hubs will be created across the country, with Greenwich and Bexley boroughs scheduled to benefit in Year […]
Dear Friends, Thank you for taking the time to look at my monthly newsletter for May 2026. I hope you enjoy this update on some of the work I have been doing in Erith and Thamesmead and in Parliament over the last month. As ever, if you want to get in touch, don’t hesitate to […]
Delighted to hold my ‘Meet Your MP’ Coffee Morning at the Plumstead Centre this May. There were so many valuable conversations about the key issues facing residents and how we can work together to continue making the community a better place to live. I’m always looking to engage with constituents and that’s why I host […]
Thank you to the team at Abbey Wood Nursery School for such a warm welcome during my recent visit. It was a pleasure to be shown around the school, join pupils in their lessons and see first-hand the care, creativity and dedication that go into supporting children in their early years. I was also grateful […]
Lovely to visit Morrisons in Thamesmead to hear about the expansion of its online services, which will bring local jobs and more flexible shopping options to residents. It’s always encouraging to see new investment in Thamesmead. Thanks to all the staff for hosting me and showing me around the store. Social Media:
This VE Day, I was proud to join the Thamesmead & Abbey Wood Branch of the Royal British Legion in paying tribute to the courage, service and sacrifice of all those who served during the Second World War. It was a privilege to stand alongside local veterans, Legion members and residents from across our community […]
More than 12,500 private renters in Erith and Thamesmead – and millions more across London and England – are set to benefit from stronger protections from today, as the new Renters’ Rights Act comes into force. The new law introduces the biggest changes to renters’ rights in over 40 years, giving local tenants greater security […]
I’m delighted to announce the launch of a new community survey following a £20 million investment into Thamesmead Birchmere Park through the Government’s Pride in Place programme. This funding – £2 million per year over the next decade – represents a major opportunity to deliver lasting improvements and ensure our community gets the attention and […]
The government has proudly launched another round of 500 free breakfast clubs for schools across the country this week. Today, I am delighted to confirm that Linton Mead Primary School in our constituency of Erith and Thamesmead has joined Jubilee Primary and Willow Bank Primary as flagship free breakfast clubs. These clubs aim to ease the […]
Dear Friends, Thank you for taking the time to look at my monthly newsletter for March 2026. I hope you enjoy this update on some of the work I have been doing in Erith and Thamesmead and in Parliament over the last month. As ever, if you want to get in touch, don’t hesitate to […]
