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I spoke to MKFM about the importance of Leah’s Law and the need to improve the safety of women and girls in Milton Keynes and across the UK.
Leah’s parents, Claire and John, have shown such formidable bravery in the face of such tragedy, their campaigning on better safety for women and girls is so powerful. I was really glad to have been able to meet with them and discuss working on this vital matter to secure justice for Leah, and women and girls across the UK.
No woman or girl should ever feel unsafe to walk around our city no matter the time of day. Safety is not conditional.
Please do sign the Leah’s Law petition!
https://www.change.org/p/leah-s-law-mandatory-sentences-for-repeat-sex-offenders
As Kimberley would say “you’re a loser if you don’t like Milton Keynes” (The coolest people love MK)
Also Hide and Seek Cafe truly never disappoints from vibes to cakes – just have a look at some of their bakes and also the super cool merch they have. I love our local businesses here in MK and Hide and Seek is such a great spot to come for some studying, working or a catch up with a friend. It even turns into a bar in the evening!
#lovemk #miltonkeynes #lovelocal
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #backthebid
Milton Keynes has made the shortlist for the UK City of Culture 2029, a huge achievement for our fantastic city
Over the last few months, we have seen so many fantastic events from Reggae Land to Midsummer Festival talking about our bid to be the UK City of Culture and getting residents involved in shaping what this would look like.
A huge thank you to everyone who has been involved each step of the way and made this shortlisting a reality – here’s to securing that title for Milton Keynes! 👑
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #backthebid
Milton Keynes is leading the way when it comes to cleaner and greener practices – from green roofs on our bus stops to no mow may and the heat network, not to mention that we’re the no 1 city in the country for recycling 🌟
Its always lovely to be able to chat to constituents between the hustle and bustle of Parliament – a nice slice of home 🏡
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #sustainability
Did you know the Labour Government has made it easier for you to have a dog in your rented accommodation? Did you also know we’ve ended the inhumane cruelty of puppy farming?
This Labour Government is working hard to do the best for our furry friends!
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #uklabour
This lovely initiative is designed to tackle toxic masculinity and encourage dads to have more conversations with their daughters whilst learning the very vital skill of being able to plait (it comes in handy!)
Toxic masculinity especially on the online sphere is incredibly harmful, events like these are helping to show that we can wave goodbye to toxic masculinity and stereotyping
And who doesn’t love learning a new skill!
Without our small businesses we would not be so vibrant
I hosted Xero and the Maple Project in Parliament to talk about local businesses especially those that are female owned 🛍️
Businesses should be a way to make dreams a reality – to make life changing products
I will always champion small businesses 🙏
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #smallbusiness
I had a great time getting involved with all the activities, talks and conferences from meeting young women with aspirations in STEM to chatting about AI and the important role that local businesses play in innovation
It was particularly exciting to visit Red Bull Racing HQ which offers incredible placements to passionate students 🚗
I’m really proud of how our city has become such an integral place for tech to grow and develop
Here’s to next years!
#lovemk #miltonkeynes #techweek
I love hearing from residents about what they adore about our city but also what they think we could work harder on
As always, if you have something you want to email me about, please do! My email is: emily.darlington.mp@parliament.uk
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #uklabour
Seeing the formation of community groups like this one is such a badge of pride for our city – we’re a place connected by more than just roundabouts.
Thank you to MK Sisterhood for a wonderful evening and connecting women across Milton Keynes
Sisterhood MK Events will be held every second Friday of the month so do get one in your diary!
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #sisterhood
The Science, Innovation and Technology Committee are launching an inquiry into how tech can be used to facilitate forms of violence and harm such as stalking and coercive control
I’m a huge champion for tackling VAWG and a safer online world for all so I’m very excited to begin looking into this with the rest of the committee. Social media platforms should not become a vehicle for individuals to perpetuate violence
Keep your eye out for our evidence sessions and the other fantastic work the SIT Committee does to encourage safe and ambitious innovation and change 🔬🧫🧬
#miltonkeynes #science #innovation
This week is about 3 things: raising awareness, remembrance, and driving change. No one who has lost a baby should ever feel alone or isolated from support.
You may have noticed that Hotel La Tour was lit up pink and blue to mark this week – a beautiful way to raise awareness.
I want anyone in MK who is finding this week difficult to know that they are not alone, our community in this city is here for you and we see you.
#babylossawareness #miltonkeynes
What a fantastic win! A win that showed that power of hoping again
I’m thrilled for Sagal and it was so lovely to see her be sworn in on Monday and become our 267th woman MP!
#labour #hope
One of the best weeks in our city, and time for us to celebrate the work of fantastic Milton Keynes based innovation
Just last week it was announced that MK would be one of 8 Robotics Adoption Hubs being rolled out across the UK – a huge moment of recognition for the role that our city has and will play in the future of robotics
How will you be spending MK Tech Week?
#Tech #lovemk #miltonkeynes #mktechweek
On the 30th to the 31st of October they will be holding a 24-hour Pickleball event at Woughton Leisure Centre to raise money for our fantastic food bank.
Pop along, try your hand at Pickleball and raise money for a cause that is the backbone of our city
A huge thank you to MK Smashers for this wonderful initiative 💚
#pickleball #lovemk #miltonkeynes #community
However, I also understand that fireworks can cause considerable distress for people and animals alike and if not used safely can be a huge danger. That’s why it is so important that the government consults on issues such as these so that everyone can have a voice
Fireworks should always be used safely.
The fireworks consultation closes on Wednesday so please do fill it in to express your views!
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/fireworks-and-pyrotechnics-in-the-uk/fireworks-and-pyrotechnics-in-the-uk
Maureen wrote the incredible “Ode to Milton Keynes” which has acted as the soundtrack for the City of Culture 2029 Bid – performed live at Reggae Land for the first time this year!
Let’s get this title (though remember, it is so much more than a title)!
#miltonkeynes #lovemk #backthebid
I’m so proud of these announcements that will do much good for every part of our community ❤️
#hopeagain #miltonkeynes #lovemk
There were so many incredible policies announced by Andy Burnham last week, from a National Care Service to government support with putting a deposit on a house and repealing the ban on public ownership of water companies – we’re bringing hope back
Whilst Conference 2026 was fantastic, I’m very glad to be back in MK and spending time with the local community 🏡
#lovemk #miltonkeynes #conferenceseason
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