Access to Abortion in Northern Ireland 05 Jun 2020 The passing of last year’s Northern Ireland Executive Formation Act repealed the criminalisation of abortion in…
Supporting Victims of the Troubles 04 Jun 2020 In Parliament, I asked the government why the pensions scheme for victims of the Troubles…
Post-Brexit Checks on Goods 15 May 2020 It has now come to light that, as part of the government’s EU withdrawal agreement, there…
Number 10 Must Cooperate Across the UK and with the Republic of Ireland 14 May 2020 At my first Northern Ireland Questions, I warned the Government that their failure to consult with devolved leaders on…
Failure to Coordinate with Devolved Nations Poses Serious Risk 12 May 2020 On Sunday evening, the Prime Minister announced new public health guidance, under the slogan ‘stay…
My New Shadow Cabinet Role 05 May 2020 I am very proud that Keir Starmer has appointed me to the Shadow Cabinet as…
Government Must Protect Supply Chains for Northern Ireland 21 Apr 2020 I have called on the UK government to act urgently to protect the critical supply…
Remembering Lyra McKee 20 Apr 2020 A year ago, the extraordinary Lyra McKee was senselessly murdered. She was the very best…
Accessing Abortion during the Coronavirus Crisis 15 Apr 2020 In my new role as Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, I’ve written to…