Alistair Strathern MP

Gareth Southgate’s documentary highlighted our failure to do right by many boys growing up in Britain today. From paternity leave that supports present dads, to boosting male role models in schools, there’s lots we can improve. We’re determined to ensure Labour leads on this 👇

The Priory School, Hitchin Boys' School and Hitchin Girls' School have led the way on becoming phone-free, and after our campaigning I’m glad the Government is ensuring all schools follow their lead 📵 But phones aren't the only threat to children's learning.

It was a privilege to plant a cross in the House of Commons Remembrance Garden The strength of our community's connection to those who served and continue to serve is never lost on me as our MP We must never forget all those who sacrificed their futures for our freedoms today

Welcome news on Hitchin SEND provision 🎉 Funding has been confirmed for Hitchin Boys' School to deliver a new Special Educational Needs unit offering 36 specialist places. This means more young people will get the right education close to home ✅

Proud to join such well attended ceremonies in Stotfold and Hitchin today in memory of all those who served and sacrificed so much on behalf of our community. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to them. #WeWillRememberThem

A privilege to be part of a moving Remembrance Sunday service in Hitchin this morning. Thank you to everyone involved in doing our town proud. #WeWillRememberThem

Well done to everyone who contributed to Campton and Chicksands stunning cascading poppy drape. With over 7,200 individually crafted poppies, it’s a fitting tribute to our ongoing connection and debt to all those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf. – at Campton, England

Thank you to all the fantastic volunteers who’ve been out raising money for @PoppyLegion across our towns and villages 🌹 It’s been great to see such strong support for such an important cause 👏

Are you a 📦 Vinted seller? 🐾 Dog walker? 🖊️ Tutor? We're changing the rules so you can keep more of your hard-earned cash. From next year, you'll be able to earn up to £3,000 from your side-hustle tax-free 💷

Local Poundland workers deserve better. I’m deeply concerned by reports that thousands of jobs are being put at risk by the American owners. Sales are up, and viable bids have been made that would keep Poundland open and their workers in jobs.

Local veterans group @themusterpoint provide vital support to veterans across our community. This Winter, they’ve teamed up with the fantastic Chicksands and Henlow Military Wives Choir to record a Christmas single ‘We’re Still Here’ in support of their important work 👏

Great to get out on the doorstep this weekend to chat over issues big and small that matter to our community. Plenty of positive responses to our action cut to bills and business rates this week 🌹

No better stadium out there 💜 Already seen off Carragher this weekend, next up Fulham #UTV

This week’s #SmallBusinessSaturday shout out goes to Mati in Hitchin☕️ This cracking new addition to Bancroft offers great coffee and an array of Greek treats 🇬🇷 And after this week’s budget, they’ve been taking out of paying business rates ✅

Another reminder that we owe young men in Britain far better than the worst corners of the internet. But our boys deserve more than just reactionary headlines. They deserve investment in the education, support, and sense of purpose that they’re too often having to seek online.