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Key Meeting Secures Future of Milton Keynes Post Office
I’m delighted to announce a significant milestone in my campaign to protect the Milton Keynes Post Office, following constructive discussions with key stakeholders yesterday – including the prospective new postmaster Elliot Jacobs, and Post Office representative Jack Foden, who confirmed that the city centre will not lose their local branch. This meeting came on the…
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Sound the alarm on unsafe cladding. Fix our flats!
Unsafe cladding has left my constituents – from Oakgrove to the city centre – feeling at risk in their own homes, and that is unacceptable. I have been contacted by residents directly impacted by this issue, sharing real experiences of living under the shadow of unresolved fire safety risks. I’m calling on developers to fulfil…
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Why I’m Proud to Support New Bereavement Leave for Miscarriage – My Article in Milton Keynes Citizen
I’m pleased to share my recent article in Milton Keynes Citizen. As your MP, and someone who has personally experienced miscarriage, I wholeheartedly welcome the Government’s plans to extend bereavement leave to individuals who suffer a miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy. Currently, bereavement leave is only granted for the death of a child under…
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A Proud First Year as Your MP for Milton Keynes Central
It’s the honour of my life to represent Milton Keynes Central as your Member of Parliament. As I look back on my first twelve months in office, I’m proud to share this snapshot of the work I’ve undertaken on your behalf: Highlights from Year One I’m deeply grateful for your support, feedback, and stories over…
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Planners are “Missing the Point”! Why I’d support the legal challenge to protect a local landmark and preserve our unique urban heritage
In light of the news yesterday, I welcome the decision of the Labour-ran City Council in Milton Keynes to consider a legal challenge against the decision of the Planning Inspectorate to permit the demolition of The Point in Central Milton Keynes. Opening its doors for the first time in 1985, The Point was the United…
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Milton Keynes University Hospital Announcement
I’m delighted to announce that Milton Keynes University Hospital will receive £4.9 million in funding to improve its essential infrastructure. This investment will fund critical upgrades including ventilation systems, repairs to the external building fabric, roof works, and more. These improvements are not just bricks and mortar, they are vital to creating a safer, healthier,…
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A New Era for Rail in Milton Keynes
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the launch of London Northwestern Railway’s brand-new electric train fleet at Milton Keynes Central station. These new trains are a real upgrade – and not just in looks! They’ll carry millions of passengers between Milton Keynes and London each year, with almost double the capacity of the…
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Why Parliament Must Become White Ribbon Accredited – 50:50 Parliament Article
When I was elected in July 2024, I made a personal promise: to never use, excuse, or stay silent about men’s violence against women. That’s the White Ribbon promise – and now I want our entire Parliament to make it too. In my latest piece for 50:50 Parliament, I share why I’m campaigning to make…
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Israel & Gaza Statement
Many constituents have reached out to me to express their profound concern about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. I want to provide an update on the current situation and the steps this government is taking in response. The resumption of violence in Gaza since mid-March has been harrowing to witness. The blockade of…
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Brooklands Health Centre Update
Many people in MK Central have been frustrated by difficulties gaining appointments at Brooklands Health Centre, and have written to me about other aspects of their service which are concerning both in terms of the health of individuals and their families, and the knock on effect on urgent and emergency care provision. I have recently…
Emily Darlington MP
Championing a fairer, greener, and brighter future for Milton Keynes Central