I was delighted to be invited to the Family Easter Egg Assembly at Deepdale Primary School, #Preston to present prizes to Year 5 and 6 winners and their families. Pictured with Headteacher Miss Mirza and Year 6 Senior Teacher, Mrs Woodward. The entries were very creative and imaginative and it’s great to hear that the competition is open to pupils and their families to create a 2D or 3D entry. The entries were ‘egg’ceptional and this annual event has become a much-loved part

Well done to everyone who took part in the The Big PNE Sleep Out over the weekend, including members of my staff team who took part for the first time this year. Homelessness is still a concerning issue locally and official statistics from Autumn 2025 indicates that the largest regional increase was in the North West, rising from 367 in 2024 to 441 in 2025 - an increase of 20%. In recent months, I have led campaigns about tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), so i

Wishing all Muslims in #Preston and all my Muslim friends and colleagues, a very Happy Eid. I hope you have a joyous day full of peace and happiness celebrating with loved ones, after a month of fasting, reflection and prayer. #EidulFitr2026 #EidMubarak #Eid2026

I’m delighted and honoured to officially open the new Lumo Headquarters in #Preston, ahead of their frequent and low-cost rail services between London and Stirling in Scotland. Pictured with Stuart Jones, Managing Director, First Rail Open Access This is a very exciting development for our City. The new rail hub will bring jobs for local people, quality apprenticeships, low-cost rail fares, more route options and better connectivity between London, Scotland and other key Wet

I’m supporting International Women’s Day. The theme for this year is ‘Give to Gain’. I am very proud to work alongside many women-led organisations in Preston that deal with women’s issues, most recently inviting them to Parliament to hear about the ‘Digital Exploitation of Women and Girls’ and the government’s response to the issues raised. This is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, and there are local events in #Pre

I have written to the Foreign Secretary, Yvette Cooper MP, about the current volatile situation in Iran and Middle Eastern Countries. If you or anyone you know is affected by the ongoing situation, please refer to the FCDO guidance detailed on my webpage .

Urgent Advice for Transpennine customers affected by flight disruptions: ‘We are extending temporary ticket easements for customers travelling to and from Manchester Airport until 23:59 on Sunday 8 March 2026, following disruption to flights serving parts of the Middle East. Travel advice Due to ongoing disruption affecting flights to and from the region, customers travelling to Manchester Airport for flights to Middle Eastern destinations, including the UAE (Dubai), Qatar, B

Happy Purim to everyone in #Preston celebrating today 3rd March 2026. Purim is a one-day joyous festival celebrated in Jewish communities with music, dancing and lots of food and drink. Unique to the festival is the reading of the Book of Esther, festive meals. sending food gifts to friends and giving to the poor. Purim Sameach!

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office have issued the following advice for British Nationals who may be affected by events Iran and the Middle East. Foreign Travel Advice British nationals in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar and UAE can register their presence to receive direct updates from the FCDO on the situation in the Middle East.   You should continue to follow FCDO travel advice for the country you are in and the advice of the local authorities.   Bri

Today marks the 4 year anniversary of Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This unprovoked and premeditated attack and it’s outcome matters our country, it is a direct threat to the UK’s prosperity and security. We are proud to be a leading ally to Ukraine and the UK’s support for Ukraine remains ironclad. We are proud to stand by Ukraine as it bravely defends itself against Russian aggression, and we are proud of the cross-party support Ukraine has had throughout

Wishing everyone who is observing Lent in #Preston, a day filled with grace and reflection. Lent is a time to reflect, repent and renew and I wish this Ash Wednesday brings a period of introspection and renewal to all.

Do you live, work, or are a community leader in Ribbleton? If you are passionate about Ribbleton, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Along with Preston City Council, we are looking for a dynamic Chair to lead ‘Pride in Place Ribbleton’. This is a £20million, 10-year funding scheme which will support projects that build pride, strengthen community connections and make Ribbleton a better place to live, work and visit. More info about the scheme, role requiremen

Wishing everyone in #Preston and all my Muslim friends and colleagues Ramadhan Mubarak! As a month long period of fasting, prayer and reflection begins for Muslims around the world, we all work to understand those from diverse cultures and beliefs, challenge those that seek to divide us and ultimately celebrate togetherness. #RamadhanMubarak2026

The Big PNE Sleep Out is back and I’m proud to say that this year my staff team will be taking part to raise funds and awareness about Female Homelessness on 27th March 2026. My Team will be bedding down on cardboard over the PNE pitch to show solidarity with those facing homelessness. Funds raised will go directly to the Foxton and PNECET initiatives that work with women and girls across the city of Preston. The Foxton Centre is a Preston-based charity for over 50 years. The

Had an excellent roundtable discussion with senior figures from Health Authorities that cover Preston to discuss issues around victims of Domestic Violence. The roundtable was attended by Chris Oliver, Chief Executive, Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, Dr Sakthi Karunanithi, Director of Public Health, Lancashire County Council, Prof. Silas Nicholls, Chief Executive Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and Margaret Williams, Executive Lead for Continuing Health Care,

A big thank you to the local Women's Charities from Preston who deal with victims of Violence Against Women & Girls (VAWG), for coming down to London to attend my Westminster Hall debate on ‘ Tackling digital exploitation of women and girls .’ We heard some very important concerns from my parliamentary colleagues and I have no doubt that Jess Phillips MP, Minister for Safeguarding and Violence Against Women and Girls is as determined as I am to ensure that the digital space c

This year’s Holocaust Memorial Day theme is ‘Bridging Generations’, highlighting the importance of survivors and their families passing on memory and understanding to this and future generations. At a time when more and more divisive actors are working hard to split communities, it is more vital than ever to learn from those with living memory about the Holocaust and the horrors that hatred can wreak, if left unchecked. Survivor testimony is so important in offering a persona

I’m pleased to announce that I will be leading a Westminster Hall debate on ‘Tackling digital exploitation of women and girls’ on Tuesday 27 January. This is a prevalent issue in Preston and one that I and my office have been leading on for some time. It is great to be able to take this issue to the heart of Parliament and lead on this debate. I’m proud that there are many organisations in Preston who work hard to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and some of who

I would like to wish all my Preston constituents, friends, family and colleagues a very Happy New Year and all the best for 2026.

Wishing all my friends, colleagues & #Preston constituents a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I hope you have a wonderful time with your loved ones this festive season.