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Earlier this week I hosted a Parliamentary roundtable on apprenticeships and green jobs. I was joined by Mitie, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, the DWP and several other apprenticeship providers.

It has been a busy past six weeks working on the Energy Bill Committee.

A Bill's Committee Stage is an integral part of the legislative process. MPs propose amendments, and we as the Committee, read line by line to agree to, change or remove clauses of the Bill.

Night shift workers are essential for keeping our stores stocked and services running.

Promoting better sleep, health and well-being for night shift workers is essential to mitigate the impacts of the night shift.

Excellent discussions with ASDA last week about their impact and support to local suppliers.

ASDA strives to deliver high-quality, affordable and nutritious products to families, especially during rising living costs.

As we've been enjoying the wonderful weather, Westminster has been in full swing, working to deliver on our promises to you.

Monday was, as you'd imagine, dominated by the Privileges Debate on former Prime Minister Boris Johnson. 

Calling all gardeners  - do you or someone you know have a fabulous garden?

I'm asking for nominations for the best garden or planter in the Heywood & Middleton Constituency.

An absolute treat to join my great pal Cllr Mike Holly of Norden for his Civic Service at Rochdale St Chads last Sunday - a thorough joyous, upbeat service with a typically witty and thoughtful homily from AER66.

Thanks once again for the warm welcome. Still humming "Bread of Heaven"!

Great to join Langely Family Hub last week in Middleton.

They offer a range of support services for families with children and are integrated with other local services like Family Information Service, adult care, SEND teams and the DWP.

Smashing time celebrating Heywood 1940s Day this past weekend!

Thank you to all the organisers and those participating.

Fantastic to join colleagues at the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Women in Defence reception last week to celebrate serving women and female veterans.

I will continue to support and champion the brave women in our armed forces.