Joined constituents in Parliament today protesting against the threat of a 3rd runway at Heathrow.

In June Israeli forces seized Dr Mazen Al Rantisi, known as the doctor of the poor on the West Bank. He’s been detained since then in what have been described as harsh conditions. I’ve been raising his case in Parliament. If this has contributed to me being banned today, so be it

This is a significant first step in standing up against the genocide in Gaza & the annexation of the West Bank. Solidarity to Ed Miliband in the face of the predictable wave of personal attacks being waged him. www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/sep/07/e...Mostrar mais

When 5 Just Stop Oil protesters seeking to save our planet organised protests to block the M25 they’re sentenced to 5 & 4 years in prison for conspiracy to cause a public nuisance. So what happens when the new Blackshirts block roads & intimidate people? www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cm5y7rw74n09tMostrar mais

Upcoming event at the TUC in Brighton: For an Irreversible Shift in the Balance of Power & Wealth – Labour Hub labourhub.org.uk/2026/09/05/upcoming-event...

Thank you today to English Heritage & our local volunteer from the Friends of Harmondsworth Barn for this fascinating conference on the history of the barn on its 600th anniversary. Sadly Harmondsworth village will be wiped off the face of the earth by a 3rd runway at Heathro…Mostrar mais

If this is accurate it certainly means there is no way a 3rd runway at Heathrow could be approved. The climate change credentials of the government would be complete shot through, opening up a totally unnecessary vulnerability to the Greens in the capital. www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/sep/0...Mostrar mais

Thatcher broke link between pensions & earnings plunging millions of pensioners into poverty. Calls to drop triple lock ignore fact pensioner poverty reached lowest point in 2013/14 but according to LCP has been rising steadily since from 15.7% in 2012/13 to 18.6% in 2023/24.

Unless we address the way in which political parties can be bought by the rich in our country we run the risk of degenerating into a US style politics of government by the rich, for the rich. Government should back this amendment to cap donations by rich. www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/sep...Mostrar mais

Amazing at Hayes & Yeading United 2day playing Harrow. Harrow score, Hayes equalise then go 2-1 up.Harrow equalise but Hayes go 3-2 up only for Harrow to equalise again. Hayes & Yeading United win in last minutes with 4th goal. Non league football at its best. @hyufc_officialMostrar mais

Amongst the tributes to Dolly Parton, it’s good many reminded us of her singing Woody Guthrie’s song attacking the racist treatment of migrant workers. Deportee (Plane Wreck at Los Gatos) youtu.be/CEPUxpR64YE via @YouTube

I've #justsponsored Hari Bhandari, who's fundraising for The Gurkha Centre on @JustGiving. Donate now www.justgiving.com/page/nepal-floods2026

In my constituency we have a Nepalese community which includes so many Gurkhas who served our country in the army. I send my deepest sympathies & condolences to all those whose families has been affected by the disaster. We will assist all we can in this terrible tragedy.

Daylight robbery – Labour Hub labourhub.org.uk/2026/08/24/daylight-robbery/

Proud to open new stand at Hayes & Yeading United prior to FA Cup game against White Ensign FC. Had to leave at half time 2-0 up for meeting with representatives of residents of Heathrow Villages but we went on to win 6-3. Hoping for cup run. @hyufc_official

Another serious assessment destroying the case for a 3rd runway at Heathrow. “Supporting airport expansion would be plane crazy. Hopefully Mr Burnham will get off to a flying start by ditching this disastrous scheme. “ Source: LabourList search.app/N25okqQx9MXcVoKU6

Judge ruled that terrorism-related sentencing provisions should not be applied to five Palestine activists prosecuted for criminal damage painting Barclays Bank red & breaking windows & who had not been charged with terrorism offences. This is major breakthrough for commo…Mostrar mais

Thanks to Cllr Jan Sweeting for setting up our meeting today with the council for residents at risk of flooding. Follows a series of meetings we’ve had with Environment Agency. Special thanks to the local residents for sharing life times of knowledge of our river’s & environm…Mostrar mais

Andy Burnham can't transform the country while sticking to the current fiscal rules - Left Foot Forward: Leading the UK's progressive debate leftfootforward.org/2026/07/andy-burnham-c...

Thanks to London Fire Brigade for its speedy response to a grass fire on Lake Farm country park in Hayes. From LFB report firefighters rapidly got the fire under control. We’ve had fires on Lake Farm in past but the heatwave has increased risk. search.app/aty5b8cDtHLXYvBQ6Mostrar mais

Monica Lennon for Scottish Labour leader! – Labour Hub labourhub.org.uk/2026/08/06/monica-lennon-...

Huge profits reported in the oil & banking sectors whilst the impact of the climate change fires on food production & prices is becoming evident. An excess profits tax on oil & banking profits could assist in helping people thru this cost of living crisis. www.theguardian.com/business/ng-interactiv...Mostrar mais

Sad news. Roy Hill has died, friend & comrade, serving as a regional then national officer of the party & a key member of our local elections team. He was a fine & dedicated socialist, someone we all loved & respected for his caring nature, judgement & hard wo…Mostrar mais

Jess Barnard is a principled socialist, who has served our movement so effectively in standing up for the rights of party members. She so deserves to be re-elected. Please support her on the NEC elections.

In the West Bank & Gaza Netanyahu is trying to provoke conflict in advance of the Israeli elections to secure his position & avoid trial. The new UK administration cannot remain silent but words will also not be enough. Full sanctions are needed now. www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cpvwjmme3p0oMostrar mais

I so welcome this initiative. A first step in building a National Care Service could be the introduction of free personal care provided by local councils based upon the model successfully created by the late Iain Coleman In Hammersmith. www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/jul...Mostrar mais

Labour’s bureaucracy has been key element of the factionalism which has dominated the party under McSweeney/Starmer. The appointment of Bridget Phillipson as chair of the Party offers the opportunity of a serious review of the way it has operated & a chance to change the cul…Mostrar mais

I’m urging party members to vote in the NEC elections for Jess Barnard, Gemma Bolton and Yasmine Dar because they have served as principled , serious & hard working, constructive voices of the Left. Vote to re-elect @JessicaLBarnard @gembolton and @Yasmine_Dar to Labour’s N…Mostrar mais

Over recent years we have witnessed a steady pacing to a form of authoritarianism that threatens our long held basic civil liberties. This is another case that evidences just how far things are going. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/27/pa...Mostrar mais

Ballot papers drop soon. To secure a “broad church” party, we need a representative NEC with members elected who will speak up for the rank and file. How to vote in Labour’s NEC elections – Labour Hub labourhub.org.uk/2026/07/27/how-to-vote-in...

Stand with Rajiv Menon KC: Four ways to challenge the unprecedented and draconian contempt proceedings – Labour Hub labourhub.org.uk/2026/07/26/stand-with-raj...

Video of meeting on Rajiv Menon’s case. This is a fundamental case on the protection of human rights and the rule of law. Please take a look. We have a duty to stand up against the profound attack on our civil liberties contained in this case. youtu.be/ALRvw66sjJUMostrar mais

This is a significant victory for journalism. NUJ welcomes victory for Vincent Kearney in state surveillance tribunal www.nuj.org.uk/resource/nuj-welcomes-victo...

“Put Labour democracy first”: Calls grow for Burnham to put Party democracy at the forefront of his leadership  – Labour Hub labourhub.org.uk/2026/07/22/put-labour-dem...

Descent into authoritarianism? Undermining the role of defence lawyers: the Rajiv Menon KC case. The event is online only at 5:30-7:00PM on Wednesday 22nd July 2026. You can register to attend here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZgMazR...

John Healey will have been appointed Chancellor because seen as a competent,safe pair of hands in a key role & will follow the No 10 line. Question is whether the Burnham instructions will be to harness the Treasury as a vehicle for radically redistributing wealth & power…Mostrar mais

Today in Hayes we held a community commemoration of the tragic loss of Kirandeep Kaur, a young Sikh woman brutally murdered a week ago. The Sikh community is feeling especially vulnerable & is calling for increased support from government to address the rise in attacks on Sik…Mostrar mais

Today’s vigil for our community to come together to commemorate Kirandeep Kaur.

Today marks 1 year since @hackneyabbott was suspended from the Labour Party. Andy Burnham should do the right thing and bring Diane back. Sign 👉 actionnetwork.org/petitions/restore-the-wh...

Chris Hinchcliffe set out a devastating critique of our national planning policy making in Parliament today. Really worth a read. “The National Planning Policy Framework is broken and beyond reform – Labour Hub” labourhub.org.uk/2026/07/16/the-national-p...Mostrar mais

Joined the @pcs_union picket line at the Foreign office this morning. Threatened with job cuts the union is asking the FCDO management to get round the table & enter into serious negotiations with the union. Solidarity.

The Police are thoroughly investigating the crime & asking anyone with information to contact them on 101 quoting reference 2501/12JUL. I am pleased the Police are also engaging with community leaders, faith groups & residents to reassure & support the community.

Our whole community in Hayes has been deeply affected by the appalling murder of a young woman & stabbing of a young man last Sunday. I send my deepest sympathy & condolences to their families. The Police acted fast & a man appeared in court charged with murder &…Mostrar mais

As a young 15 year old I was with my brother, Brian, at Wembley in 1966 for the game against Argentina. Fingers crossed for the same result tonight. - video, 'england v argentina 1966' share.google/LHwI9hPGA1jH36sGP

Ian Byrne has at last been called in the debate on the Hillsborough law and has given one of the finest speeches I have heard in the Commons in all the time I have been here. YNWA @IanByrneMP

Terrible tragedy in our community with the loss of a young woman’s life & injuries to a young man. My sympathy to the family & friends of both The local police have rapidly arrested a suspect. Police ask anybody with any information to call 101, quoting reference 2501/12J…Mostrar mais

Also in the group is Claire Morris. You can also donate to Claire’s fundraising effort on www.justgiving.com/page/claire-morris-01

At our local Slip Streamers cycling club fun day in Minet Country park I met Mads Walsh in this group of valiant women who, to raise funds for Cure Leukaemia, are cycling the Women’s Tour de France route. Please donate www.justgiving.com/page/madeline-walsh-the...

Joined my colleague, Councillor Kuldeep Lakhmana, & local community members including Sikh Aid and local police team to discuss with young people community safety. Helpful dialogue addressing local concerns amongst the many young people, who attended.