At today's Foreign Affairs Committee session with Sir Oliver Robbins, I asked him what would have happened if Peter Mandelson's clearance had been denied.

The broken rental market must be brought under control.

In parts of my constituency, homes are being turned into HMO bedsits at an alarming rate, so landlords can charge even more rip-off rents.

I called on Government to look again at the evidence on rent controls.

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Today I was out around County Road asking residents to share their views on rent affordability in our area.

Thanks to those who have already completed my survey. Your experiences will help me to fight for real change for Walton’s residents.

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AI is profoundly transforming the world of work, but is our politics fit to meet the challenge?

Nearly 1 million young people are not in education, employment or training.

We cannot accept that as the new normal.

In Parliament, I asked how the Government will measure the success of its plans to tackle this – and how our systems must adapt as AI transforms the world of work.

Renters’ rights shouldn’t come with a price tag.

Today I challenged the Government over reports renters could face fees to contest unfair rent rises.

This would deter those who need help the most and allow rogue landlords to evade accountability.

Our security at sea depends on the strength of British shipbuilding.

I asked the Minister what steps are being taken to ensure consistent contracts, so the industry can retain the skills and workforce it needs.

More young people to be offered state-funded jobs in push to solve ‘Neet’ problem Work and pensions secretary Pat McFadden will also signal fresh effort to reform welfare benefits

Government support for getting young people into work is absolutely necessary in today's labour market.

With global economic uncertainty and AI threatening employment opportunities, interventions like these are what a Labour Government is for.

Endless rent rises are pushing people to the brink, and fuelling more homes being bought up by investors.

Housing is for homes, not for someone else’s asset or second income.

It’s time for solutions that permanently lower rents.

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Private rents are most extortionate in working-class communities like Liverpool Walton.

As the affordability crisis deepens, I called on the Government to bring in and pilot bold action to control rents.

Chaos in the Civil Service Pension Scheme under Capita is causing distress and hardship to my constituents, people who have worked and paid into their pensions all their lives.

I spoke in today's debate to ask what sanctions will be put in place to hold Capita to account.

Since I raised this last week, I welcome reports that the Government will proscribe Iran’s IRGC, which has killed thousands of innocent Iranians.

The Government should announce a timetable for bringing the necessary legislation to Parliament in the next few weeks – no delays.

The Labour Government is capping ground rents at £250 a year.

Positive news for leaseholders who have been squeezed for far too long.

Norris Green East is getting £20m in funding as part of the Government's #PrideInPlace initiative.

And local residents will decide how it is spent.

Keep an eye out for more information about how you can get involved.

Unfair rent hikes continue to pile pressure on struggling tenants.

I welcome that the Government has taken action with the Renters Rights Act. But ministers must be prepared to go further if the affordability crisis continues.

Wishing you a merry Christmas and a peaceful new year! 🎄 ✨

Great fun at the Walton LifeRooms Christmas party!

I took the opportunity to thank the team for their vital work supporting Liverpool Walton constituents all year round.

Schools in my constituency are doing fantastic work, but funding constraints mean that they are under increasing pressure.

I asked the Government to ensure that schools in the most disadvantaged areas have enough resources to meet the level of need.

Pleased to visit Redbridge High School in my constituency to hear more about their work supporting children with complex needs – and what support they need from government.

Thanks to everyone who joined me at my most recent constituency surgery.

Lots of issues for me and my team to take up on behalf of constituents.

Great to hear more about plans to apply for National Lottery heritage funding to refurbish Walton's Old Grammar School. The school is the 5th oldest building in the city – a unique piece of our history, which residents are determined to preserve and cherish.

My constituent, Ellis Cox, was just 19 when he was murdered on 23 June last year.

There is a reward of up to £20,000 for information that brings those responsible to justice.

Today Ellis' family renewed their appeal for information and safety measures on Aintree Loop Line.

Thanks to Monksdown Primary School for the warm welcome. It was great to meet with staff and students and hear more about the school's community initiatives.

Blood Transfusions during the Falklands War

You can watch my full speech, and the Minister’s response, here:

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Last night, I spoke in Parliament on behalf of my constituent, a veteran of the Falklands War.

He received blood transfusions – and was later diagnosed with Hepatitis B – but that fact has never been formally recognised, potentially precluding him from support he is entitled to.

'Labour must make good on pledge to fight working-class male health crisis' The Government is right to say we must act, this opportunity must not be squandered.

Labour must make good on its pledge to fight the working-class male health crisis.

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