Updated Statement on Gaza and Campaign Responses Friday, 12 April, 2024 My statement on the situation in Gaza April 7 marked six months since the atrocities of October 7 and the humanitarian crisis that has since unfolded in Gaza. The Prime Minister has said the situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly intolerable and, while the UK continues to support Israel’s right to defeat the threat from Hamas terrorists, it has been made clear to the Israeli government that... Opinions
Spring Budget 2024 12th March 2024 Last week, the Chancellor of the Exchequer set out the last budget of this Parliament. As expected, he outlined a series of welcome announcements aimed at... Speeches in Parliament
St Teresa's School Visit Parliament 11th March 2024 I have spoken previously about the opportunity for residents to book free tours of Parliament through my office, and for schools to take part in workshops at... Westminster News
Education Questions: Childcare Provision 11th March 2024 My constituents know that I take a keen interest in education matters, having led children’s services on Hillingdon Council during my time as a councillor. For... Speeches in Parliament
Let Girls Play - International Women's Day 2024 8th March 2024 Today we celebrate International Women's Day. To coincide with this, a number of schools in the constituency have taken part in 'This Girl Can', a campaign... Local News
World Book Day 2024 7th March 2024 Today marks World Book Day 2024, a celebration of reading for pleasure run by the charity World Book Day. I was honoured to be an MP ambassador for this year... Local News
An Evening with Pinner Rotary 5th March 2024 This evening, I was pleased to accept an invitation to speak at one of the Pinner Rotary Club dinners at Pinner Hill Golf Club. This was an excellent... Local News
London Marathon 2024 5th March 2024 I have been lacing up my running shoes in preparation for this year's London Marathon, taking place in April. Readers may recall that in 2022 I ran in support... Local News
David Simmonds: February 2024 Update 29th February 2024 I am pleased to bring you my February 2024 Update. As ever, if you would like to sign up to my mailing list, you can do so on this page or by emailing david... Reports
Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill 27th February 2024 The Government’s flagship Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill includes many important changes to law. This legislation will, at a stroke, make it cheaper and... Speeches in Parliament