Yesterday, I was honoured to sign the book of condolences for our late Queen at the Shree Jalaram Temple on Narborough Road. Prayers are being held in the Queen’s honour every day after the daily morning Arti throughout the mourning period, and any member of the public can sign the […]
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.
Queen Elizabeth II was a remarkable public servant who always put the country first. Her calm and constant presence gave certainty in turbulent times, and her words of wisdom helped lift us when we were down. Our thoughts are with the royal family tonight, and always. God […]
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 […]
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. […]
An incredible example of the work that Leicester City in the Community’s fantastic team are doing in Leicester West, using the power of football to help children to be active, grow in confidence and develop essential life skills. William, who attends Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School in the constituency, explains […]
Today marks the start of Carers Week. Carers Week is an annual campaign ran by Carers UK to raise awareness of the work done by the more than 6.5 million unpaid carers in the UK who care for a loved one with an illness, disability or other support need. Without […]
The cost of living crisis is hitting households across Leicester, making people face up to impossible decisions about whether to heat their home or eat. Support from national government has been wholly inadequate, but Leicester’s Labour controlled city council is still doing everything it can to help to people […]
Remember that if you’ve taken part in the #BigPlasticCount, today is the last day to submit your results! https://thebigplasticcount.com/ Liz’s MP representative Sarah Russell recently met pupils at Mowmacre Hill Primary School, who told her about steps they’re taking to cut down on single use plastics, including the plastic drinking […]
Last week Liz’s MP representative Sarah Russell visited Dock, the award-winning workspace in Pioneer Park, home to some of Leicester’s most exciting and high-tech businesses. Dock opened in 2013 and with demand increasing, last year saw the successful completion of the ‘Dock 2’ extension on the site. Sarah had the […]
Liz’s MP representative Sarah Russell caught up with New Parks Community Hub Director Jo Randall as well as the brilliant Premier League Kicks team, which runs community football sessions on the Hub site. The Hub is a fantastic community centre for New Parks – Jo and her team have created […]
Last week Boris Johnson became the only Prime Minister in British history to be found guilty of breaking the law. On Tuesday he made a statement to the House of Commons on the fines issued to himself and the Chancellor as a result of attending an illegal gathering in Westminster. […]
