Stronger Rights at Work I am pleased that the Employment Rights Bill has passed Parliament and will soon become law. It will mean fairer sick pay, stronger protection from zero-hour contracts and unfair dismissal, improved parental leave and tougher redundancy rules, all backed up by enforcement through a new Fair Work Agency. This is a significant step towards making work more secure and treating people … Continue reading January Newsletter

As we approach the festive period, I wanted to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a peaceful and Merry Christmas break. This time of year gives us the chance to reflect, cherish our loved ones around us, and above all appreciate the incredible people who make Salford what it is. From our fantastic councillors and City Mayor, to the council workforce, … Continue reading Merry Christmas

My office will be closed for the Christmas break from Friday 19th December 2025 and will re-open on Monday 5th January 2026. However, I will be intermittently checking the inbox for any urgent enquiries which cannot wait until 5th January. Please ensure you include your full address and a contact number. All other correspondence will be responded to after 5th January. I have also included … Continue reading Christmas Helplines

Tax Extreme Wealth I recently spoke on BBC Politics Live about the need for a fairer tax system ahead of this year’s Autumn Budget. Last year, MPs from across Parliament urged the Government to take meaningful steps to ensure that those with the greatest wealth contribute more. One year on, the case for change has only grown stronger. Our tax system continues to place a … Continue reading November Newsletter

Salford Council planning committee confirmed outline approval for Henley Investment Management planning application to demolish the northern section of Regent Retail Park and redevelop the site on Thursday 6th November. This was not the result we were hoping for from the planning meeting as we believe there are significant outstanding concerns with Henley’s plans that have not been addressed. Save Regent Retail Park Campaign (SRRPC) … Continue reading Residents Keep Up Fight to Be Heard by Henley

In July 2024 Henley Investment Management submitted a planning application to demolish affordable shops at Regent Retail Park to build the tallest tower outside of London.  In response local residents set up the Save Regent Retail Park Campaign (SRRPC) to fight Henley’s plans. Hundreds of residents have submitted objections to Salford Council and thousands have signed the petitions. In July 2025 SRRPC argued at a … Continue reading Regent Retail Park: Residents continue fight to have their voice heard

Crumpsall Synagogue Attack The attack at a synagogue in Crumpsall that took place on Yom Kippur was horrifying. At this most sacred time in the Jewish calendar, my thoughts and prayers are with those victims who lost their life and those affected, as well as their families and Jewish communities across Salford, Greater Manchester and beyond. Antisemitism and all forms of hatred must be challenged … Continue reading October Newsletter

Protecting Our Communities and Key Workers The Government’s new Immigration White Paper has caused real fear among many people in Salford who have built their lives here. Constituents have told me of their worries for their families, their jobs, and their future. Migrant workers are not only neighbours and friends, they also make an enormous contribution to our local services and economy. They pay their … Continue reading August & September Newsletter

Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill I voted against the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill. While the Government made some welcome concessions, the Bill still amounts to £2 billion in cuts to disabled people’s incomes. It will push thousands more into poverty, with 750,000 low-income sick and disabled people set to lose £3,000 a year. Throughout its passage in Parliament, I argued … Continue reading July Newsletter

“These women are not going to go away—and as long as they are still fighting, then so will I.” Continue reading Rebecca Long-Bailey MP: “So long as they are still fighting, then so will I.”