I support action to tackle the minority of people who create anti-social behaviour. I’m also campaigning for more things for young people to do, and more help to make your community a cleaner, greener place to live.
On Friday 29 June I took part in a walk about in Beaumont Leys with local residents, ward councillors, representatives from Leicester City Council, the local City Wardens and police. Many residents who replied to my recent community survey had expressed concern about the local environment and I was keen to […]
I recently met with Inspector Kevin Morris the Commander at Beaumont Leys Local Policing Unit which covers New Parks, Beaumont Leys and Abbey wards. Inspector Morris told me that overall crime in the area is down more than 17% since this time last year. This is fantastic news, and shows that […]
Liz writes about how restorative justice can make a difference, to individuals and communities
On 30th May I went to Home Farm in Beaumont Leys to present certificates to a group of volunteers who have completed training for a project run by the Restorative Justice Initiative Midlands. Restorative Justice gives victims the chance to tell offenders about the real impact of their crime, get […]
As a Member of Parliament my job is first and foremost to stand up for local people, from all the diverse communities in my constituency, and ensure their views and voices are heard. Last week I hosted a meeting with members of the African community in Leicester West. We discussed […]
\I know that many of my constituents are deeply concerned about the Council’s current proposals to develop authorised gypsy and traveller sites at Greengate Lane, Beaumont Way and Red Hill Way. Given the strength and depth of feeling and the questions and objections that have been raised about the proposed […]
I have been campaigning with local ward Councillors for a city-wide solution to the problem of unauthorised traveller camps. The Council has responded by consulting on a proposal to build three authorised gypsy and traveller sites at Greengate Lane, Beaumont Way and Red Hill Way. I know many of my […]
On Friday I had the honour of visiting the Belgrave Neighbourhood Centre which provides a fantastic lunch club for elderly residents from across the city, including from my own constituency of Leicester West. I had a lovely meal including a delicious Mohan Thal. The Neighbourhood Centre offers residents who wouldn’t […]
Crime is a top concern for many of my constituents. I recently met the new Local Policing Unit Commander for Hinckley Road LPU, Inspector Andy Parkes to discuss a range of issues, including what the police are doing to reduce the number of burglaries in the area. I will be […]
On Friday 17th February I went to the launch of ‘Big Up New Parks’ – a fantastic new youth and community service run by Soft Touch Arts. ‘Big Up New Parks’ is funded by the Big Lottery Reaching Communities Programme. It offers creative activities in New Parks that are accessible, […]
On Friday, I met staff working for the Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance (DLRAA), including Andy Williamson, the Chief Executive. The DLRAA is a charity that works closely with the NHS to provide a vital emergency service, which often […]
Last week I hosted the annual National Green Apple Awards ceremony in the House of Commons. The awards, now in their 18th year, are run by The Green Organisation and are designed to celebrate best practice in the environment and sustainable development. They cover a huge variety of activities, from […]
