In 2020, Keir Starmer said he would bring in legislation which would require any UK military intervention to have a lawful basis, viable objective, and approval by MPs. He has not done this - so I have, tabling the Armed Conflict (Requirements) Bill earlier this month.

Happy Friday everyone - here with another quick update on what I've been up to as your MP this week!

The brave Iranian protestors deserve the UK's full support in their fight against the horrific regime - and this includes the UK committing not to support or enable actors such as the US in violating international law through any actions in Iran.

My constituent has been waiting over five months to get a response from DWP about his UC case - really unacceptable. And this is by no means the only case. I challenged the Minister to ensure that DWP responds to the public - and MPs - within reasonable timescales.

Rivers are the lifeblood of our landscapes - but in many constituencies like mine, they're under threat. It was an honour to present my petition on behalf of constituents, calling on the govt to take further action to address pollution and save the River Wye and its tributaries.

Pitching development against defence is utterly short-sighted; we will not make Britain safer by making the rest of the world less secure.

After months of delay, the Warm Homes Plan was finally published yesterday. While the Plan is a very welcome step in tackling fuel poverty and upgrading our housing stock, there is still much more to do to make our homes truly fit for the future.

There is clearly a case to be answered on Starmer's statements about the Mandelson vetting scandal - that is what today's vote is about, and why I supported the Motion. All MPs, regardless of Party, owe it to their conscience and their constituents to do the same.

Rural constituencies like North Herefordshire have specific needs when it comes to SEND provision - making it more than disappointing when plans for a new specialist school in the county were cancelled last year & replaced with grossly inadequate funding allocation.

We cannot allow political subservience to Trump and Netanyahu to lead Britain into a dangerous, illegal, expensive war. It's time for Starmer to show some genuine backbone on the international stage.

Rahul Gandhi shared a reel on Instagram with the caption: “Melody khao, mehngai bhool jao” 🍫😂😭 Social media users said the post hilariously roasted TV anchors like Sudhir Chaudhary, Chitra Tripathi and Anjana Om Kashyap all together 🔥

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Two decades of progress? 🌍 We convened an event with ADB at #HSR2024 to mark 20 years since the 2004 Mexico Ministerial Summit on Health Research. Speakers reflected on its legacy of equity-driven health systems research & the challenges ahead > ahpsr.who.int/newsroom/new...

I'm just glad people are activated because even his initial thread was well beyond even the traditional horrors of modern war. That said, I think people are reacting to what we're hearing on Fox, which is probably the best intel we've got.

🚨BREAKING PMQs🚨 Starmer: "Because when I became leader of my party, their party was three times the size it is now. She's changed it." "It's now even smaller than when she started as leader. Half of them are up there (with Reform UK)."

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Thank you, Sindhu Menon, for your leadership in advancing technology and innovation across Harris County. Your work continues to strengthen digital services and support efficient, modern government for our community. #ONEHarrisCounty

Nimmo nuke! Rangers would be wise to save some runs for tomorrow…

Harley Cameron: Come with me to the Yankee Game ! ⚾️ #AEW

But what about celebrity row in Game 5, the final game in which the Knicks played in the Finals (until now)? Well, here ya go!

⭕Les canonnières #Israéliennes ouvrent le feu directement sur les bateaux de pêcheurs au large de la côte de la ville de #Gaza. #PALESTINE-ONLINE

Hey! This is John from SparkLaunch and I wanted to share a little of what we're up to. We bought a new URL, spln.ch, to use for making tiny urls to share our pitch decks and landing pages a little more easily.

#OnThisDay 17 May 1982 #TerryWogan drops in to the #BluePeter studio to unveil a stuffed caricature of himself.

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Hegseth recently proclaimed: “We will keep pushing, keep advancing, no quarter, no mercy for our enemies.” Trump talked about bombing civilian infrastructure. Now our pilot is trapped behind enemy lines and we certainly hope that Iranians obey by international law.

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"there were all these different data points in pop culture underlined by a real statistical shift that was happening" - @skornhaber.bsky.social of @theatlantic.com outlines how and why homophobia is on the rise in the US Listen to the @msignorile.bsky.social Show at Signorile.com

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Reports are coming out that Zelensky’s forced recruitment gangs are demanding money not to be sent like this to die on the front line. 😡Ukrainians dont want to die for the EU.

Brothers and sisters, if it looks like fascism ... But there is hope because there strength, courage and love, and an unquenchable thirst for justice. #Pinks #ProudBlue

Portland General Electric is trying to cut 20 acres of Forest Park to increase transmission capacity for data centers. Come rally to demand a data center moratorium - Saturday, May 16th at 10AM. Address is 4825 NE Starr Blvd, Hillsboro. #portland #portlandoregon #environment #datacenter #datacenters

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Featuring relentless, pedal to the metal action, and an unexpected ending, Mox vs Ospreay was exactly what I wanted it to be. There was a level of ferocity and aggression to it that you expect from a grudge match. Ospreay’s anger making him lose his focus was a great story beat! #aew #aewdynasty

this afternoon, mostly cloudy. high near 65, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. south wind around 29 mph, with gusts as high as 39 mph. tonight, rain showers after 8pm. mostly cloudy. low around 54, with temperatures rising to (1/3)

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Comments from Rep. Frank Pallone earlier in the day.

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🇮🇷🇺🇸 A major shift in nuclear negotiations has been signaled. Iran's position was originally stated as 'we will not develop a nuclear weapon.'

I’d cook Trump in a debate, easily.

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¿Miedo tú? Miedo yo, que vivo solo y no tengo hijos... Japuta. 😅

He sure cares about that $400 million dollar Ballroom and Israel and his crypto grift. But Americans he doesn't think about.

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Ice Cube explains the hilarious family story behind his legendary name, from his brother’s wild freezer threat to one of the most iconic identities in hip-hop. #IceCube #HipHopCulture #RapHistory #ArtistInterview #MusicDiscovery

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“And only one thing now is: keep on supporting us, and we’re going to try to make you feel proud.” #USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino addresses U.S. Soccer staff ahead of the last practice at the national training center before the team heads to Chicago, then on to California and the World Cup.

Kevin O’Leary when he shows up in Utah to push a data center twice the size of Manhattan. 😏

The citizens of Albania not having it tho unlike us here in America… we not fighting back while they steal everything from us.

😠its time to remind people what happened in 2024 This is the immgrant that is meddling in our elections.

Sen. Murphy to Markwayne Mullin: "You've spent the first two months of your tenure threatening to suspend international arrivals in states represented by Democrats. Not only would that throw our entire air travel system into chaos. It's completely illegal."

Our Mentors' time deserves to be respected and appreciated.