I was delighted meet representatives from the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library who came to Parliament to meet MPs about the Imagination Library on 21 October 2026.
The Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading gifting free books to enrolled children every month from birth to age five, through funding shared

On Tuesday 20 October 2026 the House debated the conclusion of committee and remaining stages Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.

This Bill amends (including repealing and replacing Part 2 of) the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (‘the 2023 Act’) and puts in place mechanisms to address the legacy of the Troubles in Northern Ireland.

I was delighted to attend the Royal Northern College of Music's event in Parliament on Tuesday 20 October marking the launch of Powering the Music of Tomorrow.

The RNCM enjoys a dual identity as both conservatory and public performance venue, with students able to hone their skills in front of live audiences and alongside eminent visiting

To celebrate Black History Month a Parliamentary Fair 2026 was held on the Tuesday 20 October 2026. It was good to meet with various organisations who ensure that their organisations are inclusive. I am pictured with Wickes co workers Ben Jackson and Stephanie Richards. 

Here are their statements:  

Browne Jacobson
Browne Jacobson are a leading firm of solicitors.

Following recent Houthi attacks on airports, The Government has changed the advice on 11 October 2026 to advise against all but essential travel to Saudi airports, except Medina. This includes Jeddah, which will be a particular concern for British nationals considering pilgrimage. The situation is fluid so the Government recommend that travellers and British Nationals

On Saturday 17 October 2026 I was pleased to be joined by the Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster to do a walkabout and speak with the shops in Caldmore to discuss retail theft and other issues such as the alleyway where drugs are dropped off. 

At M and T Supermarket the issue of theft of

House of Commons approves Bill reforming how major road-building schemes are financed

On Thursday 15 October 2026 the House of Commons debated the Highways (Financing) Bill, which will change how the Government funds major road-building projects.

The strategic road network covers 4,500 miles of highway, which, despite being less than 3% of our overall network, carries a

I chaired the debate in Westminster Hall on 15 October 2026 at 3pm.   

The debate was opened by Bob Blackman MP the co-chair of the APPG Mary Kelly Foy MP spoke next. I was pleased the debate concluded before the vote in the Chamber after 4.30pm. 

Question put and agreed to. 

Resolved,
"That this House has considered progress