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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 9m

Today we welcomed Ruslan Stefanchuk Chair of the Ukrainian Parliament (the Verkhovna Rada) to Westminster

It was good to meet him & talk about our local Ukrainian community; one of the largest in the UK who are building a future as part of our vibrant borough & a strong Anglo-Ukrainian friendship🇺🇦🇬🇧

James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 5h

Yesterday I attended the official opening of the West Ham Foundry, a new home to the West Ham Foundation’s work in our community.

It was wonderful to see this long awaited project open and already full of local people enjoying the space, , pitch and brand new cafe.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 1d

This week is National Hate Crime Awareness week.

West Ham & Beckton’s diversity makes it a great place to live and represent, hatred tries to destroy that.

We must commit to the fight against hate for all our communities, this week and beyond.

#nationalhatecrimeawarenessweek

James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 2d

I attended a session delivered by SEN SPORTS.

The session was fun and engaging and truly inclusive. I am glad that Access Sport is funding offers like this for the children and parents in our community and would be keen to see more clubs like this is Newham.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 3d

Josie Woods got her break aged 16. A dancer & choreographer, she toured the UK music halls, spent 2 years in Paris and appeared at the Palladium.

In 1997 her work was featured in the BBC documentary Black Britain. She is a name on 2021’s black tube map.

Read more: tinyurl.com/4bymxtkh

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 4d

Sainsbury’s is a big employer in West Ham & Beckton with their Beckton store employing over 600 staff. It is also Sainsbury’s biggest online delivery hub serving Newham and Barking.

At Labour conference I caught up with the Sainsbury’s team on their stand made of out a gigantic shopping basket!

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 5d

Today is World Mental Health Day.

Please reach out for support with your mental health or wellbeing, here are a selection of the many numbers that you could call.

Day or night there will be a service open and available to listen, you do not have to struggle alone.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 5d

The first stage of the agreement to secure a ceasefire is a hopeful turning point, but we must remain committed to the long journey ahead.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 5d

On World Homelessness day, the Government has announced that Newham will receive £880,266 to help people facing homelessness or sleeping rough.

I have seen how this money is desperately needed now and I know it will be used well to help some of our most vulnerable residents.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 6d

One of the last projects I signed off at Newham Council was upgrading #BecktonCorridor

I visited the finished work. The team has done a great job improving a well-used route through Beckton

🐿️New footway & cycle path
🐿️New lighting & CCTV
🐿️New signage
🐿️New fitness equipment
🐿️Trees & bushes trimmed

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 7d

The food and drink industry has always been an important part of the local economy in West Ham & Beckton and it is still an important local industry.

I caught up with the organisation for food and drink manufacturers, The Food & Drink Federation, last week to discuss the industry.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 8d

I recently met with students from Oasis Academy Silvertown.

We spoke about the development of the area and its impact on them, especially about feeling safer travelling to and from school.

They were passionate and engaged and it was great to hear their perspectives.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 9d

I met Women’s Aid at Labour conference & heard about the children who’ve been put at risk or killed by perpetrators of domestic abuse.

I support their campaign to ensure agencies & courts put children’s safety first when looking at access and to ensure they’re also protected from domestic abusers.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 9d

Appalled to see another attack on a place of worship.

This will cause huge worry in communities across the country.

The rise in violence targeting people based on their religious faith is deeply concerning.

Hate & racism have no place in our society

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Peacehaven: Police release photos of mosque arson suspects

The images are of two people in balaclavas seen outside the mosque before the large blaze spread.

www.bbc.co.uk

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 10d

I caught up with the Premier League last week and talked with them about the importance of grassroots sport in our community and our ambitions for future sports facilities.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 12d

I met the British Airline Pilots Association to discuss more opportunities in the industry for women & people from working class & more diverse backgrounds.

I want to see kids in my community not just growing up watching planes at City Airport but ultimately stepping into the cockpit to fly them.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 12d

I caught up with Dementia UK this week and talked with them about the importance of an increase in dementia specialist care and their valuable Admiral Nurses service.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 13d

Horrendous news from Manchester today.

My thoughts are with those affected, the local community and all of the wider Jewish community.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 13d

Good to speak this week on the need for increasing recycling and ending the throwaway society as the Government develops its circular economy strategy.

#Lab25 #labourconference

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 14d

The first of the new DLR trains have entered service. Lots of new features including air con, more accessibility and fully walk-through trains. 🚝

Keep an eye out for them as more go into service over the next weeks and months.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 14d

Today is the beginning of black history month.

There will be lots of events happening in Newham celebrating black culture and exploring black history in our area. You can see the programme of events here:
www.newhamblackhistory.org

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 14d

In September, me and the team have helped constituents with a range of difficulties.

Some housing successes were getting support and assessments for multiple constituents facing homelessness. This included securing a safe place for someone who has been rough sleeping.

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 14d

Good to catch up with Prostate Cancer UK in Liverpool. I worked for them about ten years ago, they do great work.

I support their campaign for a screening programme so we can get early diagnosis and protect more men from prostate cancer.

#Lab25 #labourconference

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 14d

Always happy to be able to support the Stroke Association and the valuable work they do supporting survivors and their families.

Thanks to their team for showing me the facts and figures for West Ham & Beckton.

#Lab25 #labourconference

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James Asser MP @jamesasser.bsky.social · 15d

As a former NUS vice president I enjoyed speaking at the NUS #labourconference reception on the importance of the students’ unions and the role they play in supporting the lives of students.

The student movement has also provided formative experiences for MPs and civil society leaders.

#Lab25

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