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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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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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...
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 π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Moving 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 π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0It 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 π 4 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0The 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 hereπ
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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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Sorry to hear this. Please email me if you haven't already on andy.slaughter.mp@parliament.uk.
05.11.2025 11:04 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0The 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 π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0The 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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The latest on Hammersmith Police Station and Heathrow, and news from Westminster and the constituency. My October newsletterπ
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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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My speech in the Sentencing Bill debate yesterday π
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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 π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Great 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 π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Great to see the Chancellor on her visit to Sipsmith Distillery in Chiswick today to celebrate the success of the UKβIndia 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 π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Great 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 π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0New Palestine Embassy unveiled in Hammersmith, tribute to former Hammersmith MP Iain Coleman who has died and news from Westminster and the constituency. My September newsletterπ
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See my column in Chiswick W4 on the Sentencing Bill, constituency visits, and the delay to Chiswick Station footbridge works π
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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 π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0I 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 β 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 π 377 π 89 π¬ 0 π 9Mourning 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 π 3 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0Some 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.
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 π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0See my speech yesterday in the Sentencing Bill debate π
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The troubling findings of Baroness Harmanβs 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 π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0A 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 π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0The 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 π
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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 π
04.09.2025 07:10 β π 8 π 4 π¬ 0 π 0Yesterday I spoke in the Commons to ask the Solicitor General about court backlogs and the CPS' role in reducing this.
See my full speech hereπ
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