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Alistair Strathern MP

@alistrathern

Labour MP for Hitchin.

These heatwaves show leadership cannot mean stepping back from climate action
Environment
By Alistair Strathern MP
These heatwaves show leadership cannot mean stepping back from climate action
The UK is in the throes of our second significant heatwave of the year. It is still early summer. That fact alone ought to give us pause.
Ignore the voices pitting energy against nature – we must deliver for both
Energy
By Alistair Strathern MP
Ignore the voices pitting energy against nature – we must deliver for both
It is no secret that, in recent decades, Britain has failed both to deliver vital infrastructure projects and to protect the nature that makes our country so special.
Let's empower the sports coaches who help boys feel listened to
Communities
By Alistair Strathern MP
Let's empower the sports coaches who help boys feel listened to
Sports coaches and PE teachers are trusted adults for boys outside of their families, but many lack the support they need to carry out this vital role.
Embedding play into paediatric care is a win for patients, staff and the NHS
Health
By Alistair Strathern MP
Embedding play into paediatric care is a win for patients, staff and the NHS
Last week, the government set out its vision for a modern, fit for the future health service with the launch of the NHS 10-Year Plan.
The government has taken a big step to protect leaseholders – but we cannot stop here
Communities
By Alistair Strathern MP
The government has taken a big step to protect leaseholders – but we cannot stop here
How much would you expect to pay to have a lightbulb changed? £2? £20? What about £200? That’s what one of my constituents forked out as part of a service charge for routine maintenance.
My bill will put an end to fleecehold misery
Communities
By Alistair Strathern MP
My bill will put an end to fleecehold misery
Now is the time to ensure that homeowners are no longer at the mercy of unaccountable private companies.