Over 17,000 local people will be affected when Universal Credit is rolled out here in June. A drop-in event to support anyone who is worried about moving onto the new benefits system is taking place this Saturday, 19 May, from 10:30am – 14:30 at Woodgate Adventure Playground on Bonchurch Street. […]
Meeting Leicester’s Newly Elected Youth Council
I was absolutely delighted to meet with Leicester’s newly elected young people’s council yesterday. They are such an inspirational group of young people and I was pleased to see so many young women standing for election and representing Leicester! I loved seeing everyone’s enthusiasm and hearing their stories […]
Liz questions Foreign Secretary on Iran nuclear deal
On 9th May, I asked the Foreign Secretary whether he shares my concern that President Trump’s decision to unilaterally withdraw America’s support for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran – the “Iran nuclear deal” – was a huge mistake with potentially disastrous consequences. The deal is working, Iran […]
Liz questions Minister on protections for people with learning disabilities
On 8th May I asked the Care Minister what progress the Government had made on addressing the early deaths of people with learning disabilities, five years after it first promised a set of actions to tackle this appalling problem. The NHS’s Learning Disability Mortality Review this weekend revealed women with […]
Liz acts to support those affected by Windrush scandal
The Government has failed to take responsibility for the terrible mistreatment of the Windrush generation. These British citizens settled in the UK between 1940 and 1970 but many of them – as well as their families – have been declared illegal immigrants, left unable to use public services and threatened […]
Liz meets Fullhurst Brilliant Club
On Friday 27th April I met with students at Fullhurst Community College who are taking part in The Brilliant Club Scholars Programme. The programme engages PhD researchers to support students from under-represented backgrounds to progress to highly-selective universities, helping talented young people fulfil their potential. I found the work done […]
Liz calls on Government to consider long-term funding plan for NHS and social care
On Wednesday 25th April, I spoke in Labour’s opposition debate on social care. The Government’s funding cuts to local authorities mean hundreds of thousands of fewer people are now getting the publically-funded social care they need, while family carers are being put under unsustainable pressure. The Government should listen to […]
Liz calls for long-term funding settlement for the NHS and social care
On Monday 23rd April I took part in an online debate about funding for the NHS and social care hosted by the Royal College of Physicians. It’s clear the Government is not spending enough on physical health, mental health or social care. Waiting times have soared, hospitals are in financial […]
Liz meets Glebelands Primary School pupils
On Friday 20th April I visited Glebelands Primary School I had such a lovely time and would like to thank all the pupils for their brilliant questions – my favourite was: “Do you get nervous making decisions?” I will continue to do everything I can to support all the fantastic […]
Liz visits Grey Ferrers Care Home
I recently met with residents and staff at Grey Ferrers Care Home in the Braunstone Park area of Leicester ahead of National Care Home Open Day. I really enjoyed rehearsing a sing along with the residents and seeing their entry’s for a tea trolley competition.
Liz tackles litter
I have recently been contacted by a number of constituents about litter and fly tipping on the Matalan carpark in Beaumont Leys. On Thursday 12th April I did a patch walk of the area with local residents, councillors and representatives from Leicester City Council. As a result of what I […]
Liz supports Menphys charity pop up shop
I recently visited a new pop up Menphys charity shop in the Highcross shopping centre, Leicester. Memphys is a local charity that aims to provide services that support to disabled children and young people, and their families. The charity was offered the pop up shop by Highcross after their previous […]
