This Budget is about making fair choices for the British people. We’re stabilising the economy and doubling down on driving growth. We’re supporting our high streets and tackling the cost of living. We’re building a stronger, fairer country – one where child poverty falls and living standards rise. After years […]
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Labour bans ticket touting to protect fans from rip-off prices
For too long, ticket touts have ripped off fans, using bots to snap up batches of tickets andresell them at sky-high prices. They’ve become a shadow industry on resale sites, actingwithout consequence. This government is putting fans first. Our new proposals will shut down the touts’ racket and make world-class […]
Labour is abolishing Ofwat in the biggest overhaul of water since privatisation
After 14 years of inaction, our waterways are filled with toxic sewage and customers have faced massive bill hikes, including my Leicester West constituents. A new regulator will take responsibility of water functions across Ofwat, Environment Agency, Natural England and Drinking Water Inspectorate, ending complexity that gets in the way […]
80th Anniversary of VJ Day
This year marked the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, and this August of VJ (Victory over Japan) Day. VJ Day has often been overlooked, so the Government recognises the importance ofmarking this 80th anniversary People like those in Leicester West were prepared to make the […]
Labour rolls out ‘Best Start Family Hubs’ across every local authority
Families in Leicester West are set to benefit from greater support on their doorstep, thanks to Labour’s Best Start Family Hubs. Labour’s Best Start Family Hubs will act as a one stop shop for parents seeking a range ofsupport, including on difficulty breastfeeding, housing issues or children’s early developmentand language, […]
Leaseholders – have your say on service charge reform!
Are you a leaseholder fed up with unclear, excessive service charges? This Labour Government is acting. Have your say in our consultation to deliver stronger rights and fairer charges for nearly 5 million leaseholders. Strengthening leaseholder protections over charges and services: consultation – GOV.UK
Labour is investing in Britain’s renewal with this Spending Review
That includes action on the cost of living… 🍽️ Free School Meals for half a million children 🧑⚕️ Freezing prescription charges 🚌 Bus fares capped at £3 🌞Upgrading millions of homes through the Warm Homes Plan, saving families and pensioners up to £600 off bills Investing in the British […]
9 million pensioners will qualify for Winter Fuel Payments this winter
Nine million pensioners will receive Winter Fuel Payments this winter. All pensioners with an income of, or below, £35,000 a year will benefit from the payment. The payment of £200 per household, or £300 per household where there is someone over 80, will be made automatically this winter. The […]
More children in Leicester West to qualify for free school meals
Labour is lifting 100,000 children out of poverty by expanding access to free school meals. Child poverty is a scar on our society – the Tories let numbers grow by 900,000 in government. It’s the moral mission of this Labour government to drive those numbers down, that’s why we set […]
Liz shares her condolences in Parliament
I know people across Leicester are mourning the death of our beloved Queen. Today, I was honoured to take part in the tributes paid to her late Majesty in Parliament. You can watch my speech above.
Labour sets out plan to save families £1,000 on their energy bills this winter
Labour has released our plan to help address the Tory cost of living crisis. Labour would stop bills rising now, and create sustainable energy for the future – helping people get through the winter while providing the foundations for a stronger, more secure economy. Right now, oil and gas providers […]
Liz’s statement on Boris Johnson’s resignation
I’m pleased Boris Johnson has finally resigned. It’s the right decision for my constituents and the rest of the country. But the truth is he should have gone a long time ago. His lies, broken promises and lack of basic decency and integrity have damaged Britain at home and abroad. […]