Adoption is often viewed as the happy ending in a child’s journey through trauma and instability, but for many families across the UK, it marks the beginning of a far more complex and challenging chapter. The issue of adoption breakdown—when adopted children
The UK’s higher education sector is facing a financial crisis that could have profound implications for students, staff, and the country’s future. Two years ago, university lecturers across the UK took to the picket lines, urgently raising alarms about the state of
The Cornish Language and Heritage (Education and Recognition) Bill represents a landmark moment for the Cornish language ‘Kernewek’, affirming its importance as a living part of our heritage. By promoting the teaching of Kernewek and recognising its importance in public life, the
Following recent events in my constituency of Woking, it is evident that there is a stark need for stronger retrospective accountability for failures in construction. In the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Government introduced much-needed reforms through the Building Safety
I strongly believe in the UK showing leadership on the world stage to address key global challenges and, in doing so, to protect our national interest. Tackling the scourge of global malnutrition is one such example. It is the leading killer of
In the last decade, drug-related deaths across the UK have surged – nearly doubling across all four nations. The evidence is overwhelming: our current approach is failing. That’s why I secured a Westminster Hall debate, bringing MPs from across the House together
Prostate cancer is now the most commonly diagnosed cancer in England. Thanks to advances in research and treatment, survival rates have improved significantly – but only when patients are able to access the right treatment at the right time. That is why
Public transport should work for everyone. Yet for millions – wheelchair users, parents with pushchairs, older people, and anyone with mobility challenges – it’s a daily struggle. The Government must take action by fixing their ‘Access for All’ scheme, mandating step-free access
This weekend marked a familiar ritual: the clocks went forward, ushering in longer evenings and the start of British Summer Time. For many of us, the lighter days lift our mood – a welcome contrast to the gloom of darker autumn afternoons. We’ve
The challenges facing the horticulture trade between Northern Ireland and Great Britain remain a serious concern, and as the MP for East Londonderry, I and my Party colleagues have continued to press for solutions that will assist businesses, suppliers, and consumers. The
