Meeting with the Palestinian Ambassador

Yesterday, I met with Husam Said Zomlot, Palestinian Ambassador to the UK in Parliament. I expressed the solidarity shown by the people from across the constituency who have long stood with the people of Palestine. We discussed the humanitarian crisis which has led to the loss of tens of thousands of innocent civilians including children,

Conflict in Gaza – Statement

The conflict in Gaza has been an issue of significant concern to constituents in Oldham West and Royton. News that the offensive into Rafah is underway will be a humanitarian disaster. With millions displaced the small area is now refuge to 1.5m civilians including 600,000 innocent children. Labour’s ceasefire motion in February firmly stated its

Labour secures Immediate Ceasefire support in parliamentary vote

Yesterday evening, Labour moved a motion demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, mirroring calls from Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, alongside the release of hostages and the supply of aid. The humanitarian crisis engulfing the nation has led to the deaths of around 30,000, including many children. As civilians were displaced to the south, Rafah

Israel & Palestine – Statement

Thank you to those who have contacted my office regarding the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, this will be going out via email as well as on social media. From the outset of the escalation of the Israel – Hamas conflict I have worked to ensure that the concerns of my constituents are heard