Protecting children from harm online is a priority for the Government and for me. Work is already underway to create a safer digital environment for young people, including closing loopholes in the Online Safety Act that allowed illegal AI-generated images and introducing new powers to respond quickly to emerging technologies. You may have seen that […]
Dear Students, My name is Abena Oppong-Asare and I’m the Member of Parliament for Erith and Thamesmead constituency. You may be aware that the Government is considering new measures to improve online safety for young people, including whether social media use should be restricted or banned for under-16s. I want to hear directly from young […]
Endometriosis is one of the least understood health conditions, yet it impacts the lives of far too many women. Too many face long delays in diagnosis, limited support, and a lack of awareness about the condition across society. More must be done to improve understanding among the public, healthcare professionals, and in the workplace so […]
More families and children in Erith and Thamesmead will soon benefit from free, daily breakfast clubs as the Labour government confirms the next 500 schools to offer the scheme from April, including Linton Mead Primary School, putting up to £450 a year back in local parents’ pockets. It represents a campaign win for Erith and […]
I am delighted to announce the successful conclusion of my Christmas Card Competition 2025 for Erith and Thamesmead. This annual competition invites schools from across our constituency to take part. The theme for this year was: ‘Love Erith and Thamesmead: portraits of local landmarks’. Pupils were asked to draw or paint a design that showed a […]
Abena Oppong-Asare, Member of Parliament for Erith and Thamesmead, has today welcomed the Labour Government’s freeze on rail fares – the first in 30 years. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the freeze ahead of the Budget this week, promising to save commuters hundreds of pounds on some of the busiest routes in the country, after decades […]
Abena Oppong-Asare, Member of Parliament for Erith and Thamesmead, has welcomed reports that the Government is expected to confirm funding for the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) extension to Thamesmead in next week’s Budget – a major milestone for a project she has championed since her election in 2019. The extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead […]
I was pleased to attend the Fireworks Impact Coalition event in Parliament on 12 November to hear firsthand from organisations and individuals about the impact fireworks can have on animals, vulnerable people and communities. I know this is an issue many constituents in Erith and Thamesmead have raised with me, and I take these concerns […]
Local Member of Parliament for Erith and Thamesmead, Abena Oppong-Asare, has welcomed Transport for London’s (TfL) announcement that double-decker buses will finally be introduced on the consistently overcrowded 244 route, following years of campaigning by local residents, community groups and representatives. The change will significantly increase passenger capacity on the busy route, which serves key […]
Dear Friends, Thank you for taking the time to look at my monthly newsletter for October 2025. 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 […]
