Back to School
As schools return, I know that there are mixed emotions. Some eager to get back…
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International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day Feeling invisible? Well not today. It is your day. A day when…
Short-sighted budget, leaving too many with too little
Rachael Maskell, MP for York Central slams today’s critical budget for failing to set out…
Stop the part privatisation of York Hospital’s Emergency Department
York MP, Rachael Maskell, has intervened on behalf of her constituents and staff at York…
Rachael slams Tomahawk Steakhouse chain for furlough threat
York Central MP Rachael Maskell has spoken out against attempts by the Tomahawk Steakhouse chain…
Rachael responds to ‘No plans for additional emergency support’ for charities
Rachael Maskell MP, Labour’s Shadow Civil Society Minister, commenting on reports the Government has no…
Uyghur community – We must act now
The terrifying reports from Xinjiang Province, calls for the global community to act. The UK,…
#RightNow
Right now there is a compassion-powered network of activity reaching deep into the lives of…
Shadow Civil Society Minister holds ‘road to recovery’ meeting for voluntary organisations
Rachael Maskell MP, Shadow Civil Society Minister is holding an online meeting in conjunction with…
Labour write to Chancellor to bring forward Bio Yorkshire investment
Ahead of arguably one of the most important budgets in recent years. The MP for…
Grenfell and this week’s cladding debate
As the furnace blazed in Grenfell Tower, I responded to Parliament’s opening debate in 2017…
Holocaust Memorial Day
It is right to remember. To remember events that too many witnessed. To remember lives…
Employment Rights Speech
Through the decades every right, every advance has been built on the back of working…
Council needs to ‘do the right thing’ on nurseries
Rachael Maskell MP is calling on York City Council to do the right thing and…
Food Poverty Debate
Although I had hoped to speak in this evening’s debate on support to the poorest…
Debate on Vaccines | Speech
Debate on an e-petition relating to rollout of covid-19 vaccinations | Westminster Hall | 6pm…
Debate on Hospitality | Speech
Debate on e-petitions relating to Government support for the hospitality industry | Westminster Hall |…
My Statement on the announcement of another national lockdown
I appreciate that this is a very difficult time for everyone. People are very concerned…
Rachael calls for caution ahead of the New Year
York Central MP, Rachael Maskell urges residents to continue taking all possible precautions to once…
Dealing with the Deal
The Prime Minister left it until the night before Christmas to announce the conclusion of…
Rachael to hold online meeting on the EU Deal
Despite the last minute negotiations and last minute publication of the EU Trade and Cooperation…
Christmas Toy Appeal Success
Rachael Maskell MP distributed a massive amount of donated toys and gifts to York charities…
Supporting York City Knights’ bid for Super League
Dear Lord Jonathan Cain, Rugby Football League and Super League Europe, RE: York City Knights…
Speaking out against Government plans for Union Learning Fund
York Central MP Rachael Maskell has spoken out against Government plans to scrap the Union…
MP writes to Chancellor over public sector pay freeze
Following the Chancellor’s announcement on freezing pay for all but NHS workers, Rachael Maskell has…
Tier 2 – Short Statement
I want to thank everyone in York for the incredible efforts they have made to…
Responding to Chancellor’s Spending Review
Today was the Government’s opportunity to invest in jobs and the future economy, instead the…
Restrictions on gyms and sport
A recent debate on gyms and leisure centres was held in Westminster. I registered to…
As the clocks go back
As the clocks go back, the nights draw in and the leaves fall from the…
Local taxi driver praised for his efforts volunteering with The Supper Collective in York
Local taxi driver Andy Daniel has been nominated for the Parliamentary Taxi and Private Hire…