Our natural world relies on us to maintain its beauty, but the proposed Norwich Western Link road is a threat to the local wildlife and landscapes that make Norfolk special. There are alternatives to the Norwich Western Link. Ones that will not destroy our ecological life-support systems. If you agree…

Last year, many worried constituents contacted me about the news that their local pharmacy on Bluebell Road was closing. I launched a campaign to save the pharmacy from closure, and wrote to NHS England urging them to reconsider the closure. Today we have news that the pharmacy will reopen under a…

I’m working with Compass to hire a new Campaigns Assistant to work within and beyond Parliament to build democracy and fight the climate crisis. We are looking for someone who is passionate, committed and keen to learn and is comfortable working in a small and lively team that spans my…

Today I spoke alongside hundreds of protestors in Norwich who were standing up against transphobia and racism. I told those at the protest that the far-right’s campaign to build hatred in the UK starts with attacks against Muslim and Jewish people, but it always moves to those who oppose hate.…

I joined anti-racist protesters outside an asylum hotel in Norwich to show our support for our community against the hatred of the far-right. I’m proud to stand with my community here in Norwich – to stop violence – not start it. And to show the residents of the hotel they’re…

Last night I was invited onto Sky News to discuss my appearance at an anti-racist protest in Norwich. I told Sky that these anti-racism protests across the country have been a wonderful demonstration of our collective humanity, but that these protests on their own won’t defeat racism and fascism. To…

Striking workers will always have my full support. They’re on the public’s side, fighting against profiteering CEOs and practitioners of poverty pay. Our right to strike is fundamental and non-negotiable. The Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act isn’t about safety in public services, it’s the striking workers ensuring our services are…

I completely understand many people are concerned about what’s happening here and what they are seeing in other parts of the country. But, right now, there’s no reason to believe that this awful stabbing in Pottergate is connected with the disorder in other towns. I’d like us all to support…

Today I was invited onto Times Radio to discuss the rise in far-right violence across the country. I told Calum Macdonald that Islamophobic and racist rhetoric from politicians, aided by the mainstream media has fanned the flames of the far-right for years. The only way we can stop the rise…

I have signed this letter from Stand Up To Racism calling for all those who value democracy and freedom to mobilise against the far-right.  In the wake of riots across British towns and cities, mosques and hotels housing migrants have been attacked. The far-right are spreading their hatred through Islamophobia and racism.…