Corporate memory & accountability matter. The former Govt created this mess. It’s victims who pay the price. We told them training must be mandatory when we successfully campaigned for the coercive control law. They voted us down Dr Emma Katz Samantha Billingham huffingtonpost.co.uk/laurarichards/…

Historic buildings offer a solution to housing shortage ⁦Neil Mendoza⁩ thetimes.com/article/46f885…

Yesterday was my last day as Scouts Chief Executive. It’s been one of the greatest privileges of my life to serve the movement. Whilst I stop being CEO I won’t stop being a Scout. I wish all involved every future success. vimeo.com/1004071272?sha…

Huge news! Our Principal Jan Royall is running for next Chancellor of University of Oxford! We couldn't be prouder. Jan’s a lifelong campaigner for education and young people whose inside knowledge of the University will create a voice for Oxford, for all. Follow Jan for Oxford Chancellor for more

I’ve been so impressed with Jan for Oxford Chancellor in her time as Principal of my alma mater Somerville She understands how quickly tech trends will revolutionize education and what students will need upon graduation So excited she’s running for Chancellor of University of Oxford 👏

At a moment of huge change and uncertainty for higher education Jan Royall is the perfect candidate for the job Of Chancellor of the Univeristy of Oxford. I’m thrilled to support her! Jan for Oxford Chancellor.

Relieved that the choice for next Chancellor of University of Oxford is opening up. Janet Royall would be fantastic. Full of integrity, empathy, understanding and vision. Oxford would be lucky to have her.

Losing a baby is heart-breaking for all families who go through it, and there is a long way to go to provide the care needed when going through such a tragedy. Yesterday in Parliament I was able to share the story of my daughter Lucy, and my personal experience of baby loss.

I’m determined to ensure the issue of assisted dying is given Parliamentary time - one way or another. Coverage in ⁦The Times and The Sunday Times⁩ on assisted dying and my selection from the Private Members’ Bill Ballot. thetimes.com/article/76810c…

By 2050, one in four people will be African. A growing Africa means a growing global economy and the UK is committed to pursuing actions through long-term partnerships. #AFSForum2024

I thought it couldn’t get any worse - Gisèle Pélicot was told by the judge not to call it rape & to say sex scene She said:“Don’t talk to me about sex scenes. These are rape scenes.” Utterly disgraceful of the Judge given the charges, video evidence & Pélicot admitted GUILT 1/3

On Afghanistan: Britain and the US are complicit in the Taliban’s oppression of women - I trust that ⁦David Lammy ⁩ will support codifying “gender apartheid” as a crime against humanity. theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

The BBC says it has serious questions about the methodology of the attack on BBC reporting of Gaza in today’s Sunday Telegraph. Jeremy Bowen and Lyse Doucet, who are singled out for vicious criticism, are known worldwide as two of the finest correspondents in world journalism.

This decade is critical for action on the climate emergency. It was an honour to welcome Sir David Attenborough to the Foreign Office today to discuss The Labour Party’s vision to put climate and nature at the heart of our foreign policy.

On average, 80 men take their own lives each week. Today is suicide prevention day, and with Josh MacAlister MP I’m working with #ANDYSMANCLUB to raise awareness of their work to tackle the stigma around mental health for men. Our piece for The House magazine politicshome.com/thehouse/artic…

We are incredibly grateful for Jan's steadfast support. Not many can say that they have joined us for a third time. Thank you so much Janet Royall and Somerville College for this kindness.

On the 80th anniversary of her death, #MI6 remembers Noor Inayat Khan, the first female wireless operator sent into occupied France by the UK’s Special Operations Executive. Noor was courage personified, and we shall always be in awe of her extraordinary service and bravery. #SOE

Thank you to everyone who has sent me kind and supportive messages following events earlier this week. Becoming a victim of crime is distressing no matter who you are and support is available Victim Support

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'Death threats are routine': The MP who says 'pure hatred' is poisoning politics - misogyny, hatred, abuse, there is something desperately wrong with our politics. There is wonderful solidarity and support amongst women MPs - but that is not enough. inews.co.uk/news/politics/…