Campaigns and Policy - Afzal Khan

Afzal Khan: “We must do our best to ensure schools stay open during this lockdown”

Many parents, teachers and concerned constituents have contacted me in recent days regarding the situation facing schools during this second lockdown. I understand why some are concerned about schools staying open, but it is essential that children do not lose further lose out on time in the classroom and we…

A Historic Election in America

It was a long time coming, but this weekend we were finally able to congratulate Senator Joe Biden on his election as President-elect of the United States of America. This election has been historic for a number of reasons. It marked the defeat of an incumbent president – something achieved…

Afzal Launches a Manchester Gorton Foodbank Map

I am deeply concerned about people in our city who have been struggling financially as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Nationally, we know that many people are struggling to cover bills at this time, are cutting back on living expenses and many are being pushed into debt. In a…

Statement: Black History Month Debate

Today, Labour has secured a debate on Black History Month for the first time in five years. Unfortunately I am unable to speak in this momentous debate due to restrictions on virtual participation, so I wanted to share some of my thoughts here. Black History Month has been celebrated every…

Statement: Immigration Bill

Today, the House of Commons debates the Immigration Bill. Unfortunately, due to the limitations of virtual participation, I am prevented from being able to speak in this debate. However, I am deeply anxious about this Bill as are many of my constituents who have written to me passionately outlining their…

Statement: The Conservative’s Proposed Planning Reform

Later today, Thursday 8 October, Parliament will be debating the Government’s proposals for planning reform and the future of house building. Unfortunately, due to the limitations of virtual participation, I am not able to speak in this debate. However, I know many of my constituents are deeply concerned about the…

Standing up for Workers and Trade Unionists

This month there have been a number of local workplace disputes in which bosses have threatened workers with ‘fire and rehire’ tactics, bringing insecurity and misery to working people, many of whom are already low paid. Section 188 notices are being increasingly used by big companies – including at British…

Afzal calls for urgent action on human rights abuses Xinjiang, China

Huge numbers of constituents have written to me about the alarming human rights situation in Xinjiang, China. I too have been horrified by the reports of human rights abuses targeting the Uyghur Muslim community including mass detentions, efforts to restrict cultural and religious practices and mass surveillance. Recent reports of…

Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill

Several constituents have contacted me about the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill. I very much agree that we need urgent action on this issue. The flash floods, deadly landslides, and wildfires we have seen over recent years make clear that climate breakdown is not a distant threat but something that…

The Domestic Abuse Bill and Amendments

Content warning: this post contains discussion of: domestic abuse, misogyny, homicide and sexual violence, which some readers may find distressing. If you have been affected by any of these issues and are in need of support, please contact www.manchesterrapecrisis.co.uk Thank you to everyone who wrote to me about a…

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