After almost 20 years working as a barrister, I came into politics in July 2024 to serve the community I love.
Folkestone and Hythe is where my children grew up, where I served as a trustee of a local charity, and where the most beautiful coastline, sunrises and sunsets unite the community in a love for this wonderful area.
My mother worked as a care assistant her whole life, having come here from the Philippines in the 1970s. My father was an engineer from London. My parents’ values of hard work, respect and compassion drive everything I do.
Folkestone and Hythe was for so many years forgotten by Westminster. Not any longer.
As your first ever Labour MP, I will fight every day to improve your lives and be your voice in Parliament, so we can make this area the best it can be for everyone.
LATEST NEWS
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Being interviewed at the Marsh Academy!
Times Radio 22.03.26
Today Programme ILR 20 03 26
Westminster Hall - Indefinite Leave to Remain
My question to the Prime Minister about the Foreman's imprisonment in Iran
Westminster Hall Debate on Social Media Use Under 16 250224
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Promise made, Promise delivered ✅
Great to see that Labour have protected over 10,000 more properties than planned including 1,351 in Folkestone, Hythe and Romney Marsh!
We know after the storms last year how important our flood defences are, so it's great to see over £2m being invested in our beaches for better protection - keeping our homes and businesses safe.
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We’re making mornings easier for families in Folkestone, Hythe and Romney Marsh.
✅ Free Breakfast Clubs: A calm start for kids, better attendance, and improved focus in class.
✅ 30 Hours Childcare: Real support for working parents.
✅ Cheaper Uniforms: Removing the "hidden" costs of education.
We’re delivering the support parents need, when they need it most.
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Huge thanks to local residents and teachers for the very helpful discussion this afternoon about the Government’s SEND reform proposals.
I’ll consider everyone’s feedback for my own response to the consultation - to help ensure every child with special educational needs and disabilities gets the support they need.
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Glad this vile couple are behind bars.
But as the victim of their racist abuse - a Filipina nurse - said herself: the racism in this country has got worse in recent years.
She is right. Appalling attacks like this are on the increase. They are emboldened by more politicians saying more overtly racist things - polluting our public discourse with impunity.
We must draw a clear line and choose which side we’re on. My party and I will always stand for unity, diversity, and respect — for those who work hard to improve our communities and public services; for a patriotism rooted in morality, shared values, community and belonging, and not in race. ... See MoreSee Less
Vile couple who hurled racist abuse at nurse & yanked her hair in park jailed
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A VILE couple who hurled racist abuse at a nurse in a shocking attack caught on camera have been jailed. Fyona Bairstow, 72, and Michael Bairstow, 77, abused Apple Moorhouse in a park in Halifax af…15 CommentsComment on Facebook
Housing disrepair is a serious and real issue that can lead to poor mental health and homelessness. Here’s one instance of how I’ve been able to help.
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Happy Bengali New Year — Shubho Nabo Borsh!
I hope the coming months bring plenty of happiness and success to you and your family.
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Hard-fought and hard-won.
From the NHS to the Minimum Wage, history shows that Labour’s "radical" ideas eventually become national treasures.
Monday 6th April marked a turning point for working people in this country:
📉 450,000 children out of poverty.
⬆️ A £575 increase to the State Pension.
💼 Stronger rights for every worker.
Read my article here:
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‘We choose to fight for working people’
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A Kent MP says Labour’s new reforms prove the party is always willing to support and fight for working people.33 CommentsComment on Facebook
Happy Nepali New Year 2083!
We are incredibly lucky in Folkestone to have an incredible Nepalese community, which is integral to our history and our Folkestone family.
To all those celebrating...
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Real change for working people. 🌹
From strengthening workers' rights and tackling child poverty, to supporting our pensioners—this Labour Government is delivering on our promises to you.
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