Statement on changes to social security

18 Mar 2025

I am deeply disappointed by the changes announced to social security support for disabled people in the Government’s Pathways to Work Green Paper. I am frankly terrified of what the cuts will mean for some of the most vulnerable disabled people in Battersea, and across the UK. More than 14…

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The Church of England’s decision not to vote for wholly independent safeguarding delays real progress, says Second Church Estates Commissioner

When I was appointed to the role of Second Church Estates Commissioner in October 2024, I was honoured to take up the position.   However, I could not have foreseen the storm that was about to engulf the Church and erode so much trust and good faith. Since the publication…

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The King visits Battersea to celebrate innovation, creativity and education

I was delighted to welcome His Majesty King Charles lll to Battersea before he toured Apple Headquarters at Battersea Power Station. His Majesty was given a full tour of Apple’s UK offices by CEO Tim Cook, where he learned about the launch of Apple’s new AI update – Apple Intelligence…

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Marsha de Cordova MP statement on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill

Many constituents have been in touch with me regarding the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. Given the important nature of this issue, I want share how I intend to vote on Friday 29th November when the bill will be debated in the House of Commons, and the reasons…

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Marsha de Cordova MP appointed a Vice-Chair of the European Movement

Marsha was appointed a Vice-Chair of the European Movement on the 16th November following the group’s AGM in London. The European Movement is a cross-party group that supports building cooperative and constructive relations with the European Union in order to adequately address the challenges facing the UK today. Marsha was…

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Statement from Marsha de Cordova MP, Second Church Estates Commissioner, on the resignation of Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby

I respect the Archbishop of Canterbury’s, Justin Welby, decision to resign following the findings of The Makin Report. The Archbishop’s decision to resign is not one he will have reached lightly but in doing so he has shown his deep commitment to his institutional and Church responsibilities and to ensuring…

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Statement from Marsha de Cordova MP, Second Church Estates Commissioner on the findings of the Makin Report

The findings of the Makin Report make clear the devastating extent of the appalling abuse suffered by children and young men at the hands of John Smyth. These individuals should have felt safe and protected to take part in religious self-expression. Instead, they experienced horrific physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual…

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Marsha’s response to the Autumn Budget 2024

After 14 years of Tory decline, Labour’s Budget will fix the foundations and deliver change in our public services, and tackle the cost of living. I am pleased that the Chancellor’s Budget will invest in schools, special educational needs provision and the NHS, ensure fair pay for workers and ultimately…

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Meeting with the Minister for Public Health

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Statement on the Battersea XL Bully attack

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Call for replacement of the PIP system

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Government’s extremism strategy – STATEMENT

As Michael Gove prepares to launch his new policy against extremism later today, it is clear that the true threat to our democracy comes not from the fringes but the heart of govt.   There is a grotesque irony in the Tories launching this strategy in the context of complete…

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LBC: Susan Hall is not a feminist. London deserves inclusive leadership.

14 Mar 2024

She hailed Liz Truss’s catastrophic mini-budget as a triumph, she supported Donald Trump’s election, and she has amplified and encouraged racist and discriminatory content again and again. So it’s clear to say our views are different. But there is, surprisingly, one thing I do agree with her on. Susan has said…

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Labour Friends of Palestine and the Middle East briefing

I attended a Labour Friends of Palestine and the Middle East briefing with the Ambassadors of Palestine, KSA, Lebanon, Jordan Egypt, and Qatar to the UK to discuss the war in Gaza as well the impact on the wider region. The situation is worsening every day and there needs to be…

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General Election Fundraising Dinner

It was an absolutely fantastic night at my General Election 2024 fundraising dinner. It was great to have the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan, the Shadow Foreign Secretary the Rt. Hon David Lammy MP and award winning comedy writer and author John O’Farrell give powerful speeches about the importance of…

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Welcoming the Bishop of Southwark

I had the pleasure of welcoming the venerable Stephen Taylor to Battersea as he was licensed by the Bishop of Southwark as interim Priest at St Mary’s. It was followed by a powerful & moving sermon by the Dover Bishop. Good to see Battersea church leaders there too.

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Letter to the Prime Minister on Gaza

13 Mar 2024

HOUSE OF COMMONS LONDON, SW1A 0AA Prime Minister Rishi Sunak 10 Downing Street -sent by email- 13th March 2024 Dear Prime Minister, I am writing to express my continued concern about the ongoing situation in Gaza and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and the lack of action taken by your government.…

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IWD STORM conference

I had a super fantastic time celebrating International Women’s Day Conference at the Women in Power 2024 conference STORM in Battersea. It was great to see all the women having an amazing time. I even tried my hand at candle making! Thank you to all the team.

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International Women’s Day event

We had the best time celebrating International Women’s Day in Parliament on the theme “every woman at every table.” Was so inspiring to be joined by so many outstanding Battersea based women, making waves across different industries – STEM, film and politics included. Thank you to all the speakers.

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Question about the government’s mishandling of the economy

The Tories are in denial about their 14 years of economic mismanagement. But workers and businesses in Battersea and across the country know the true cost of having the Tories in power: low growth, debt, falling incomes & now recession. I asked the Minister what she thinks of the government’s…

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Call for mandatory disability pay gap reporting

The Secretary of State failed to set out how the government is closing the disability pay gap when I asked her to introduce mandatory disability pay gap reporting. The pay gap is higher today than 10 years ago meaning disabled people effective work for free 47 days a year. We…

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