We've just announced the biggest boost to social and affordable housing investment in a generation. But what does that mean for you?

9years ago today Jo was murdered. I think about her every single day and am lucky to have so many wonderful memories, but the pain never goes. Whatever our views we must never normalise abuse, threats, intimidation and political violence #JoCox #Sisters #MoreInCommon

The Government has responded to our report on the Armed Forces Covenant. The response agrees to extend the Covenant’s Legal Duty to all UK Government departments and the devolved administrations. Read the response👇

It was great to be out in Leyton this weekend with our local councillors! Discussing local issues like parking and anti-social behaviour, plus the impact The Labour Party is making nationally👇 🍽️ Free school meals expansion 🏘️ £36bn for affordable and social housing 💷 Cutting energy

I’m hosting an online public forum on anti-social behaviour in Leyton and Wanstead on Tuesday 1st July, 5:30pm with local police & council ASB teams. I want to hear your concerns and answer your questions. Submit a question & register here 👉 forms.gle/Cgcncazx1D42wY…

Great to be out in Leyton this weekend with our local councillors — hearing concerns on parking and street safety, and talking about the real difference a Labour government is making after last weeks spending review : ✅ Free school meals expanded ✅ £39bn for affordable

Today we published the UK’s annual report on #WomenPeaceSecurity. From Sudan to Ukraine, the UK will continue to call out and address the disproportionate impact of conflict on women and girls, and advocate for their full, equal, meaningful and safe participation.

All the trains that enable cross-Channel business and tourism are maintained at Leyton's Temple Mills depot! We’re supporting the doubling of cross-Channel rail, bringing local investment and more good jobs. Watch my last-minute video – trying not to miss the train! 🚆👇 #HS1

The Defence Committee session on the Arctic highlights why this region is central to the UK’s security, as melting sea ice opens new routes and competition intensifies. I asked Prof Caroline Kennedy-Pipe about the need for space tech to deliver 24/7 Arctic surveillance and close security

Big congratulations to Wanstead resident Pamela McCormick, CEO of East London's UD, on receiving an MBE for outstanding services to music education! 👏👏👏

🚨 Calling Wanstead High Street business owners: Join me for a Business Forum on anti-social behaviour with local police & Redbridge council ASB team. 👇 📅 Friday 4 July 🕒 3:30–5pm 📍 Wanstead House, E11 2NT 📧 RSVP by 27 June: [email protected]

The killing of civilians at aid distribution centres in Gaza is horrifying. Lives can be saved if Israel lets aid into Gaza immediately, at scale by the UN and NGOs. Israel must fulfil its obligations under international law to ensure unhindered humanitarian assistance.

My statement on the Crime and Policing Bill 👇 calvinbailey.co.uk/post/my-statem…

Valuable meeting with Policing Minister Diana Johnson DBE MP 🇬🇧🇺🇦🌈, discussing issues raised by Leyton and Wanstead constituents and local police leaders. I asked for support on issues such as cuckooing, ASB, and resources for our neighbourhood police teams.

The era of profiting from failure is over. This Labour government will invest the money collected from fines into local projects to clean up our rivers, lakes and seas for good.

On BBC #politicslondon, I spoke about the intense pressure councils are facing, particularly in outer London boroughs like Redbridge & Waltham Forest. With rising demand, it's clear that local authorities urgently need fair support and funding, particularly for housing supply.

Reverend Clive Foster MBE has been appointed as the first Windrush Commissioner. With lived experience and decades of community leadership, Reverend Foster will help drive the cultural change, accountability and the justice the Windrush generations deserve.

At the Paris Air Show with Defence Committee, meeting UK SMEs working to break into the defence sector. Focused on tackling barriers and ensuring growth and investment benefit the whole country - not just the big defence primes. ✈️

Exciting news for food lovers - Thanks to the Mayor’s initiative, Leyton has been named one of London's new dinning hotspots! 🍽️ This follows the success of Walthamstow’s pedestrianisation, which boosted local businesses. Leyton is ready to welcome everyone this summer! 🌞

You can read my statement on the Third Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill here 👇 Thank you to everyone who has engaged with me throughout this process. 🙏 calvinbailey.co.uk/post/statement…