Last week, I joined MPs and representatives from the children’s palliative care sector at an important APPG event. The £80m committed to children’s hospices is a brilliant step forward for palliative care, but many challenges still remain. I look forward to working with Together for Short Lives, alongside my role with Harry’s Pals, to address the challenges families face across the country, and right here at home, in the Forest of Dean.

At last week’s Justice Committee meeting, I had the opportunity to ask Sir Brian Leveson about his recommendation to increase the sentence discount applied to early guilty pleas.

I was really pleased to attend the drop in event this week for Access to Disability Equipment. Across the UK, the system for providing community and medical equipment is in need of attention to ensure disabled children and adults receive the equipment and support they need. This drop-in event marked the launch of a new APPG report on barriers to accessing lifesaving disability equipment and I was proud to be there in support.

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Earlier this week, I invited Mary from Puzzlewood  to join me at Downing Street for a meeting with the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves , and I was very pleased to have her there alongside me. Businesses like Puzzlewood play a vital role in our local economy, creating jobs and helping to celebrate the unique character of the Forest of Dean. Before our meeting at No.11, we also had the opportunity to tour Parliament. It was fantastic to have Mary share her experience

Last week, I was proud to be standing with the Government as they took an important step forward in protecting children by repealing the statutory presumption of parental involvement in the Victims and Courts Bill. At the Justice Select Committee, I had the chance to ask the Chief Executive of CAFCASS, the Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales, and the Chief Executive of the Nuffield Family Justice Observatory how they believe these changes will make a difference

I’m pleased to have been appointed as the Backbench Departmental Chair for the Cabinet Office. In this role, I’ll be working closely with ministers, senior officials, and colleagues across Parliament to ensure that backbench voices are heard, valued, and represented effectively. This is an important opportunity to help shape constructive dialogue between ministers and Parliament, ensuring policy decisions are informed by the wide range of experiences and perspectives that bac

I was so pleased to have Richard, and his family join me in Parliament this week! I have got to know Richard and his family since being the MP for the Forest of Dean and learnt what true bravery and strength looks like in the face of huge challenges. This part of my job really is a privilege. As many of you will know, Richard was diagnosed with Glioblastoma in 2018, and despite being given 6 months to live, he continues to defy the odds. Being able to play a small part in his

Earlier this week, I spoke in the Victims and Courts Bill Report Stage—making the case for a justice system that delivers fairness, dignity and respect for victims. I want to thank Justice for Victims  for their tireless campaigning and the difference they make for so many people across the country. I fully support all the causes they champion and will keep pushing for stronger rights and real accountability.

It was fantastic to meet Julie Doyle, CEO of Amplius, and the brilliant team from Harry's Pals Charity and Harry’s Pledge at Portcullis House in Westminster yesterday. I’m really proud to be working with them to set up a new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) to campaign for free counselling for parents who receive the devastating news that their child has a life-threatening or severely life-limiting condition. Every parent deserves support, compassion and understanding at

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