It was an honour to speak at the Irish Embassy about my Irish language journey, alongside former Minister, Joe McHugh, & Writer, Ciara Broderick, on a panel chaired by Deputy Ambassador McBreen, after an uplifting intro by Ambassador Fraser & Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain at #GaeltachtChoisTamaise

(1/2) Delighted to have the backing of Siobhan McSweeney for Philomena’s Law which is being debated in Parliament today. It will deliver justice for thousands of survivors of Ireland’s Mother and Baby Homes living in Britain…

We’re very proud to support Liam Conlon and his call for “Philomena’s Law”. Brilliant explainer from Siobhan McSweeney on how the law would help survivors of #motherandbabyhomes seek justice.

The terrible scenes of civil disorder we have witnessed in Ballymena again this evening have no place in Northern Ireland. There is absolutely no justification for attacks on PSNI officers or for vandalism directed at people’s homes or property.

Philomena’s Law on p.4 of today’s The Guardian. Our campaign for justice for thousands of survivors is gathering momentum.

Warm and useful meeting with Minister Pat McFadden at the BIC Summit. We talked about UK-Ireland cooperation, wider engagement with the EU, economic opportunities and international affairs.

Deeply concerned by the shameful attack on the Belfast Islamic Centre last night. Hatred of this sort has no place in Northern Ireland. If anyone has any information about this, please contact the PSNI.

Offering support & solidarity to Belfast Islamic Centre after the appalling attack on people at prayer last night. This is frightening for Muslims in Belfast and disturbing to all of us who value a peaceful and shared city. This underlines the need for real political leadership.

So many Irish people worked alongside the Windrush Generation over decades, facing racist signs on accommodation saying 'No blacks, no dogs no Irish' On #WindrushDay we offer solidarity to all those of that generation still having to fight for justice💚 theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/j…

Today, I had the great honour of piping in the St Thomas' Feast Day procession with our wonderful Keralan community at St Anthony's Church, here in Huge thanks to everyone involved.

Today I supported my friend Liam Conlon, alongside Derry Girls’ Siobhan McSweeney, in his campaign for Philomena’s Law. Currently, survivors of Ireland’s Mother & Baby Homes living in Britain face a dilemma: accept compensation from the Irish Government and potentially lose

Great to meet Siobhán McSweeney in Parliament this week and support ‘Philomena’s Law’ to deliver justice for survivors of Ireland’s Mother and Baby Homes in Britain. Survivors shouldn’t lose eligibility for vital benefits if they accept compensation for historic abuse.

Wonderful event in Parliament standing in support of survivors of Ireland's mother and baby homes, with Derry Girls star Siobhán McSweeney Survivors deserve full compensation and the justice they’ve waited decades for - I'm proud to be a co sponsor on Liam Conlon's Bill

I was delighted to hold a drop-in for Philomena’s Law this week with Siobhan McSweeney and Irish in Britain It will deliver justice for 13,000 survivors of Ireland’s Mother & Baby Homes living in Britain Grateful to everyone supporting the campaign & to see cross-party support!

In Parliament, I spoke in support of urgent reform to the Capital Disregard rules in the Mother & Baby Institutions Payment Scheme, delivering justice for 13,000 living in Britain. I pay tribute to Irish Community Services for their tireless support for survivors #PhilomenasLaw

Last week, I was delighted to meet with Derry Girls actress Siobhan McSweeney and Liam Conlon MP to discuss the #PhilomenasLaw campaign.

“It’s sensical”. My good friend Siobhan backing Philomena’s Law with the best explainer. Proud to be leading this cross-party campaign to deliver justice for more than 13,000 survivors of Ireland’s Mother & Baby Homes living in Britain. It’s within our gift to make it happen.

We were delighted to welcome Taiwo Owatemi MP to our centre again this morning. Taiwo took the time to meet with some members of the Midlands Irish Survivors Group & hear their voices. Thank you for your continued support, Taiwo! #PhilomenasLaw #MotherandBabyHomes

Five years ago today, John Hume passed away, but the principles he lived by feel more urgent than ever. He taught us that peace isn’t just the absence of war. It’s built on rights and in seeing the humanity in others.

#OTD 2005. Death of Mo Mowlam. First elected in 1987 she went on to become an integral part of the NI peace process. Here she is on So Graham Norton in 2000 - discussing drugs, dirty jokes, reshuffles and the dangers of her popularity….