After almost 20 years working as a barrister, I came into politics in July 2024 to serve the community I love.Â
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.Â
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.Â
Folkestone and Hythe was for so many years forgotten by Westminster. Not any longer.Â
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.
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Debate on Establishing a Maternity Commissioner
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
Book a one-to-one surgery appointment
Request to attend a local coffee meeting
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I was proud to lead the debate in Parliament on Monday about how we improve our maternity services.
Petition creators Louise Thompson and Theo Clarke argue that it’s time for real accountability and systemic change to ensure every mother and baby receives the safe, compassionate care they deserve by the appointment of a national Maternity Commissioner.
Watch a clip of my speech below 👇
Find my full speech here: youtu.be/33h_8QDscH8
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🌊Parliamentary Screening of Blue Has No Borders🌊
Blue Has No Borders is a documentary filmed in Folkestone, directed by Jessi Gutch and produced by Charlie Phillips. The film explores social issues in Folkestone - what it means to be British and how our corner of the country has changed since we left the European Union.
The Government's Community Cohesion strategy recognises the need for resilient and united communities in pursuit of a safer and stronger Britain. This includes starting a dialogue. So join me and the filmmakers for a discussion following the screening and share your thoughts about community, identity and how we can bring both the left and the right together.
This event will be taking place in Westminster on Tuesday 28th April 7-9pm, to book tickets click the link: www.eventbrite.com/e/parliamentary-screening-of-blue-has-no-borders-tickets-1987815161659?aff=odd...
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Hugely productive meeting with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions this morning discussing exciting new plans for Folkestone and Hythe’s new Youth Hub!
The government is giving us extra support to create more jobs and study opportunities for young people across our district.
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🏫I’ve helped secure £3.1 million for East Kent Colleges Group🏫
As part of Labour's ÂŁ1.7 billion to upgrade and modernise our colleges, we're providing the Group, which runs EKC Folkestone College, with investment to upgrade and improve its buildings.
Retaining pride in Folkestone & Hythe 🙏
premium.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/kent-s-largest-college-group-receives-more-than-3-millio...
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With Labour, the number of patients waiting for treatment is down...again. ... See MoreSee Less
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🌹Labour - the workers' party🌹
"In 2024, the UK economy lost 148.9 million days to sickness, much of that is stress-induced. If we want our economy to grow, we need workers to enjoy their work, find meaning and purpose in it and so protecting them, not from failure, but from exploitation, will help deliver the good jobs and profitable businesses we need."
Read more below. An accessible version is available on www.tonyvaughan.co.uk/articles
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Yesterday, I had the honour of leading a debate on the appointment of a Maternity Commissioner, following the successful petition created by Louise Thompson and Theo Clarke.
So many brave women came forward to highlight the injustice in our maternity system. The right to a safe and dignified birth cannot be a fight for women alone; it can, and it must, be a fight for us all.
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