What’s going on in Parliament
Giving the people of Barking a voice in Westminster
My main job in Parliament is to represent the concerns and issues facing you, the people of Barking. From childhood obesity to violent crime, there are a whole host of community problems that I am aiming to tackle. If there is something affecting you in Barking, please get in touch.
APPG on Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax
I am the chair of a cross-party group of politicians looking to fight corruption and update the tax system to make sure you get value for money for you taxes. We also want to make tax fairer and easier to understand. Tax isn’t just for the professionals, it’s for everyone.
Government needs to be able to fund our vital public services. That’s why we also want to stop illegal money laundering and tax avoidance by rich individuals or big international corporations. Our group works hard to create a better tax system for all, check out our website here.
Standing up Against Discrimination
I have always stood up against racism and discrimination in all its forms. Whether fighting off Nick Griffin and the BNP in Barking in 2010, calling out the Windrush injustices facing my constituents or challenging antisemitism. That’s why I use my position in Parliament to stand up against any form of discrimination, whatever side of politics it comes from.
Campaigns on combustible cladding and fire safety
Since the Grenfell Tower fire, I have campaigned for better fire safety standards in our housing and for the removal of flammable materials from buildings. Everyone deserves to sleep soundly in their homes without fear of a fire starting.
The dreadful blaze at Samuel Garside House in Barking in the summer of 2019 demonstrated how the Government has not acted quickly enough on this issue. It was a miracle that nobody lost their lives that day. I have been working hard to support the residents affected by the fire and secured them extensions to their temporary accommodation.
I have pressed the Government on these issues and raised them in the House of Commons. I am glad to hear that the Government has now banned the use of combustible materials on new low rise buildings. But these rules do not go far enough and must also be applied to existing homes too. I will not give up the fight.