Help put a present under every tree this Christmas. Reading Family Aid's Toys and Teens Appeal launches today, if you are able please help support children who may otherwise go without this Christmas. You can donate at: gofundme.com/f/reading-famil…

I raised the irresponsible use of e-bikes and e-scooters we have seen in our town during a debate in Parliament, and asked the Minister what further powers could be used to tackle this. I also praised Reading Borough Council and Thames Valley Police for their work on this issue.

Some welcome growth data out today to start everyone’s Thursdays 📈 Further evidence of the comparative resilience of our economic approach through turbulent times 👉 bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ck8d… See John’s response here 👉 xitter.cf/johnhealey_mp/status/2…

The reform of social care provision is one of the most important issues facing the UK. I asked the Minister for Social Care & Mental Health how the Government would build a consensus across the country and with stakeholder organisations to deliver these reforms.

Some very tough questions at tonight's Home Start quiz!

I met the Rail Minister, Lord Hendy, to discuss the benefits of renationalising the railway and other improvements.

I am very proud of the links between Britain and Nepal and the support offered by the British Government, charities in Britain and local communities in response to the terrible flooding in Nepal.

A new, confidential 24-hour helpline run by Stop Hate UK has launched in Reading to help support residents who have been the victim of, or witnessed, a hate crime. Learn more below: media.reading.gov.uk/news/ne…

I spoke to ITV about the problems we've had in Reading with Thames Water, welcoming Government measures that open a path to stronger public control over the water industry.

Good to talk to the @TheBHF at Labour Conference

People with hope again, Britain with belief again.

A powerful speech from John Healey, full of hope and belief in Britain.

I am pleased that Reading Buses have listened to parents, and to me and local councillors. This should make a significant difference to families in Caversham and Emmer Green with teenagers studying at Henley College. reading-buses.co.uk/were-inc…