It was with great sadness that this afternoon I learned that my nephew, Jordan, 18, had been stabbed to death in Dagenham last night. His mother is inconsolable. If you are gang member, this message is for you. Drop your knife and quit the gangster life before it is too late.

Door-knocking in Goresbrook ward yesterday morning and Beam ward this afternoon. Good discussions on local issues and encouraging feedback from residents. Listening to residents remains a top priority. 💬🏡

Freedom Pass saved! Labour councils block threat to free travel for over 65s in London | The Standard

Yesterday I attended the Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee meeting. One of the big topics was the NEL ICB Restructure Update – part of a national plan to make ICBs leaner and more strategic. The proposals include cutting costs by 50%, reducing staff from 855 to 573,

On Saturday 10 Jan, we were out door knocking in our ward, listening to residents in Mayfair Ave, Alexandra Rd, South Rd and West Rd. Some raised concerns about bin delays over Christmas — pleased this was quickly resolved, with collections made shortly before our visit.

✨ Honoured to join Grace Church’s Crossover Service and speak with so many inspiring young people as we welcomed 2026. My sincere thanks to Pastor Dieudonné for the opportunity to address and encourage the next generation. Grateful for a powerful night of faith and community.

Yesterday and today, I joined the Barking and Dagenham Labour team — first in Barking Riverside and today in Eastbrook — braving the cold weather to speak with residents about the issues that matter most to them. Great conversations on the doorstep and strong support for Labour.

As we enter the new year, I’ve been reflecting on my journey into politics — driven by a belief in service and community. This short video captures why I got involved and why that commitment remains strong. Looking ahead, I remain committed to listening, learning, and delivering

Joined the door-knocking session in Beam Ward today 🚪🗣️ Always great to speak directly with residents about local issues. Fly-tipping concerns raised were reported online during the session. #CommunityFirst #BeamWard

A busy but rewarding day 👣 🕥 Door-knocking in Eastbury Ward 🕑 Christmas Collection with Barkingside & Redbridge Rotary Club 📬 Letter delivery in Marks Gate with Cllr Simon Perry 🎄 Ending the day at the Marksgate Christmas Dinner Community first, always.

🚧 Constituents’ Notice – Essential Works 🚧 Essex & Suffolk Water will be carrying out essential works from 19–24 Dec 2025 outside 9 Bagleys Springs, Romford RM6 5LD. Please do not park in coned areas or move cones so works can be completed safely and quickly. Thanks for your

This afternoon’s BD Cleaner Campaign litter pick in Parsloes Ward was a great reminder that community pride is built through collective action. It was encouraging to see Volunteers, Residents, Council Officers, and Councillors working side by side with a shared purpose. This is

Yesterday, as Chair of Health Scrutiny, I led a key discussion on the interim health facility at Barking Riverside: a much-needed service for our fast-growing community. Costs for the temporary hub have jumped from £650k to £950k, with extra funding now coming from BRL and SCIL.

Yesterday I shared photos of us preparing the hall — and today I’m delighted to show how it all came together. The Barkingside & Redbridge Rotary Club Christmas Community Lunch was a wonderful success! A full room, great company, live music, and even some dancing 🎶💃🏽🕺🏽

Our Rotary Club has just finished preparing the hall for our Christmas Community Lunch. My fellow Rotarians and I are all set and waiting to welcome our special guests. Proud to be part of a team committed to serving the community.

Community update: Awaab’s Law is now in effect to protect residents from unsafe housing. Landlords must act quickly on hazards - 24 hrs for emergencies, repairs started within 5 days. By 2027, all major risks will be covered. Report issues promptly! #HousingSafety #AwaabsLaw

I raised concerns after a Post Office client with mobility issues had to park far away. The Council will convert a bay near Rose Lane Post Office into a disabled space - bringing dignity, safety & easier access for those who need it most. This is how inclusion becomes real.

Brilliant door-knocking session in Longbridge Ward yesterday. Good turnout and great to hear directly from residents about the issues that matter most.

Great to attend the Chadwell Heath Residents Association meeting this evening. Always valuable to hear directly from residents about local issues and work together to strengthen our community. Thank you to everyone who took the time to come and share their views.

Tonight I urged the Assembly to back the East London Joint Waste Plan for submission to independent examination. This plan prioritises sustainability, waste reduction, and regeneration, giving us a robust framework to manage waste responsibly while supporting growth and our

Fantastic door-knocking session in the ward today! Grateful to everyone who came out to help us speak with residents. It’s so important to hear directly from people about the local issues that matter to them. Strong teamwork, stronger community.