I appeared at a Times Plus event to explain why I left the Labour Party, helped to set up The Independent Group, and the impact that Brexit would have on communities like mine in Streatham.
Brixton
The Streatham constituency contains the southern part of Brixton. It has a longstanding reputation as a vibrant cultural and creative hub, and has also seen significant transformation and investment. Windrush Square is named after the Windrush generation – who settled in Brixton after arriving in the UK as it had the labour exchange which was closest to the accommodation provided to migrants in Clapham – and is home of the Black Cultural Archives.
Given the repeated failure to pass her deal, I asked the Prime Minister to commit to enacting Parliament’s will on Brexit, even if it meant holding a People’s Vote. She refused to do so.
My Change UK colleagues and I teamed up with the Liberal Democrats to table an amendment that would have forced the government to hold a People’s Vote on Brexit.
Delighted to attend the People’s Vote Put It To The People March with 1 million people from across the UK, and alongside fellow MPs from The Independent Group!
It was a privilege to be able to visit the Gaia Centre today, who do incredible work supporting victims of domestic violence across Lambeth. We have one of the highest rates of domestic violence in the country, and Gaia are a model for how such services are run across the UK.
I joined Lambeth in Europe outside Waterloo station reminding people to join the People’s Vote March and call on government to give the people the opportunity to stay in the EU!
Anna Soubry and I met with Minister for the Cabinet Office David Lidington to discuss Brexit, our desire for a public vote, and the impact a hard Brexit would have on Streatham.
It was great to speak with my constituent Julia this afternoon about how we can improve legislation to prevent workplace sexual harassment and the This Is Not Working campaign.
Great to visit Henry Cavendish this afternoon to talk to the School Council, Eco Team and Rights Respecting Ambassadors. Lots of great questions about politics and the environment!
I have written to the Secretary of State for Health asking what his department are doing to ensure we eliminate new HIV transmissions by 2030.
The Independent Group and I tabled an amendment to May’s deal that would provide for indicative votes in Parliament on Brexit options, and an extension to Article 50 long enough to hold a People’s Vote.
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the wonderful High Trees Community Development Trust in Parliament. Here’s to another 20 years of great community services and support!
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