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Labour MP for Hammersmith & Chiswick Chair of the Justice Select Committee For all casework enquiries please email andy@andyslaughter.com

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80 Parliamentarians demand UK government act to stop Israel's settler violence and forced dispossession of Palestinians in communities like Umm al Khair

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21.11.2025 11:14 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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The brilliant Addison Singers will be performing on the 6th of December, I'm sure it will be a wonderful evening!

More information and tickets available here - www.addisonsingers.com/event/addiso...

19.11.2025 13:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The wet wipes cleared from 'Wet Wipe Island' in the Thames by Hammersmith show the scale of the issue of wet wipes polluting our rivers. We're banning plastic in wet wipes which is a huge win for our rivers, ocean and wildlife!

12.11.2025 15:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Moving and well-attended Remembrance services at Chiswick and Shepherds Bush War Memorials on Sunday. Thanks to all who organised and took part.

11.11.2025 16:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was a privilege to add my tribute on behalf of Hammersmith and Chiswick to the House of Commons Constituency Garden of Remembrance in New Palace Yard yesterday.

06.11.2025 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Public Office (Accountability) Bill - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : ' Public Office (Accountability) Bill' on Monday 3 November 2025.

The Public Office (Accountability) Bill is the result of years of committed campaigning led by the families of the victims and the survivors of Hillsborough. See my speech in the debate on Monday hereπŸ‘‡

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05.11.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tabard theatre named London Pub Theatre of the Year - Chiswick Calendar News Simon and Sarah Reilly with their award Chiswick’s Tabard theatre wins London Pub Theatre of the Year and two production awards The Tabard Theatre in Chiswick is celebrating a remarkable […]

Brilliant to hear that Chiswick's Tabard Theatre has been named London Pub Theatre of the Year 2025! A much loved local venue, very well deserved!

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05.11.2025 15:20 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Sorry to hear this. Please email me if you haven't already on andy.slaughter.mp@parliament.uk.

05.11.2025 11:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Boulanger, Strauss and Zemlinsky – 15 November 2025 Lili Boulanger – D’un matin de printempsRichard Strauss – Dance of the Seven Veils and Final SceneΒ fromΒ SalomeAlexander von Zemlinsky – Die Seejungfrau&nb…

The Fulham Symphony Orchestra has a concert on Saturday 15th November at Smith Square Hall. I'm sure it will be a wonderful evening, you can find out more and buy tickets here: fso.org.uk/2025/04/27/w...

05.11.2025 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Victims and Courts Bill - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : ' Victims and Courts Bill' on Monday 27 October 2025.

The Victims and Courts Bill is an excellent piece of legislation that will make a real difference to victims. But it is just a start. I asked if the Minister if she and the Department will rededicate themselves to bringing down the Crown court backlog.

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29.10.2025 16:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Andy Slaughter October newsletter - Andy Slaughter MP U-turn on public access to Hammersmith Police Station Strong lobbying of the Met Police has led to a U-turn on the decision to close the front counter at Hammersmith Police Station. Β The station under...

The latest on Hammersmith Police Station and Heathrow, and news from Westminster and the constituency. My October newsletterπŸ‘‡

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28.10.2025 12:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Heathrow: National Airports Review - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : 'Heathrow: National Airports Review' on Wednesday 22 October 2025.

My constituents will be detrimentally impacted by further Heathrow expansion. Yesterday I asked if, as part of the ANPS review, there will be full & independent analysis of economic costs & benefits, environmental effects & demand in London & the south-east.

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23.10.2025 16:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sentencing Bill - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : ' Sentencing Bill' on Tuesday 21 October 2025.

My speech in the Sentencing Bill debate yesterday πŸ‘‡

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22.10.2025 14:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A brilliant recruitment event and the largest free one in London, the London Job Show, returns tomorrow to Westfield. The Job Show will take place over Friday and Saturday from 11am-5pm.

16.10.2025 13:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Great news that after extensive lobbying from residents, LBHF (& me), the Hammersmith counter will remain open. Opening hours will be 10am-10pm Monday-Friday & 9am-7pm on weekends. Pleased the Met have listened to concerns & are keeping more stations accessible to the public.

15.10.2025 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to see the Chancellor on her visit to Sipsmith Distillery in Chiswick today to celebrate the success of the UK–India trade deal, which is due to generate 7,000 jobs across the UK, including 2,591 in London. Read more about the visit here: www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?....

09.10.2025 16:27 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Great news today from the Mayor that violent crime leading to injury is down in every London borough. Including by 8.8% in Hammersmith & Fulham and 11.5% in Hounslow.

29.09.2025 16:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Andy Slaughter September newsletter - Andy Slaughter MP Britain recognises the State of Palestine This week Britain finally recognised Palestine as a state.Β  More than 100 years afterΒ the Balfour declarationΒ promised equal rights over the historic lands to...

New Palestine Embassy unveiled in Hammersmith, tribute to former Hammersmith MP Iain Coleman who has died and news from Westminster and the constituency. My September newsletterπŸ‘‡

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25.09.2025 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Chiswick's Local Web site Online resource for Chiswick, the site for news property , restaurants , shops and information on the Chiswick Community

See my column in Chiswick W4 on the Sentencing Bill, constituency visits, and the delay to Chiswick Station footbridge works πŸ‘‡

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24.09.2025 11:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Another wonderful day out at Chiswick Dog Show at the weekend, delighted to have been asked back to judge for the second year in a row. It was also great to catch up with Blue Cross, who I visited in Hammersmith in August, at their stall.

24.09.2025 11:40 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I welcome the announcement from the Prime Minister that the UK now recognises the Palestinian state.
 
This is a significant and important step that sets out our intended future relationship with the Middle East – one where there is a secure Israel and Palestinian state, including Gaza and the West Bank under the control of Palestinians.
 
However, there can be no two-state solution if there is no viable state left to call Palestine.
 
The horrific and ongoing killing of so many innocent civilians in Gaza is appalling and heartbreaking, and this intentional destruction of Palestinian life in Gaza cannot go on. There must be an immediate return to a ceasefire.
 
Hostages held in appalling conditions must be released without delay, much needed aid let in and the people of Gaza should be able to return to what is left of their homes and start rebuilding their shattered lives.

I welcome the announcement from the Prime Minister that the UK now recognises the Palestinian state. This is a significant and important step that sets out our intended future relationship with the Middle East – one where there is a secure Israel and Palestinian state, including Gaza and the West Bank under the control of Palestinians. However, there can be no two-state solution if there is no viable state left to call Palestine. The horrific and ongoing killing of so many innocent civilians in Gaza is appalling and heartbreaking, and this intentional destruction of Palestinian life in Gaza cannot go on. There must be an immediate return to a ceasefire. Hostages held in appalling conditions must be released without delay, much needed aid let in and the people of Gaza should be able to return to what is left of their homes and start rebuilding their shattered lives.

My statement on the formal recognition of the Palestinian state.

21.09.2025 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 377    πŸ” 89    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 9

Mourning the death of my friend Iain Coleman. Iain was MP for Hammersmith and Fulham 1997-2005 and Leader of Hammersmith and Fulham Council 1991-96. A man of infinite compassion and great political skill, but best remembered as someone who just made life interesting and fun.

23.09.2025 11:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Some hope among the tragedy and bloodshed in Palestine as Britain joins Canada, Australia and France in recognising the State of Palestine.

Proud to see Ambassador Husam Zomlot raise the Palestinian flag over his Embassy here in Hammersmith yesterday.

23.09.2025 11:23 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was great to be at the official opening of the new Chiswick Health Centre last week. A very impressive new NHS building incorporating 3 GP practices, a range of NHS services and community space for residents to enjoy.

17.09.2025 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sentencing Bill - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : ' Sentencing Bill' on Tuesday 16 September 2025.

See my speech yesterday in the Sentencing Bill debate πŸ‘‡

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17.09.2025 14:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The troubling findings of Baroness Harman’s independent review of bullying, harassment & sexual harassment are primarily for the Bar itself & for the judiciary to address, but I asked if the Government support the recommendations & what can they do to ensure they are implemented.

17.09.2025 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A great day out at Tidefest on Sunday! It was brilliant to see so many people enjoying the Thames and being able to do so safely thanks to the huge efforts that have gone into cleaning it up and keeping it free of pollution and rubbish.

17.09.2025 13:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Probation Service - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : 'Probation Service' on Tuesday 16 September 2025.

The Govt are rightly recruiting new probation officers to fulfil the new responsibilities under the sentencing bill. Yesterday, I asked how we are going to fill the shortage of 10,000 probation officers recently reported by the BBC πŸ‘‡

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17.09.2025 10:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to Phoebe Gore age 6 1/2 who's mum has sent in this lovely drawing about the Asian hornet. It was done as part of achieving a Girls Guides Rainbow Badge. Thanks for helping us spread the word to everyone πŸ™

04.09.2025 07:10 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Court Backlog - Hansard - UK Parliament Hansard record of the item : 'Court Backlog' on Thursday 4 September 2025.

Yesterday I spoke in the Commons to ask the Solicitor General about court backlogs and the CPS' role in reducing this.

See my full speech hereπŸ‘‡
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05.09.2025 15:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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