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Thursday, May 2

13

Munira meets with Thames Water CEO

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Raises residents’ concerns about the controversial Teddington Direct River Abstraction proposals and calls for them to be scrapped.

Tuesday, Apr 30

16

Munira fights for pharmacy provision in Hampton

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Following Boots’ closure of two of its three pharmacies in the Hampton area, Munira has continued calling for a long-term plan for pharmacy access.

Thursday, Mar 28

12

Munira responds to latest sewage figures and says “enough is enough”

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Almost 163% increase in hours of sewage dumped by Thames Water last year.

Monday, Mar 25

16

Munira holds debate on children’s cancer services

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In a debate Munira held in Parliament, Munira called for vital children’s cancer services to remain at St George’s rather than be transferred to the Evelina, and raised crucial questions about the transparency of the decision.

Thursday, Mar 7

14

Munira slams Chancellor’s Spring Budget

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Munira slams Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Spring Budget, saying that the Government is making "empty promises".

Thursday, Feb 8

16

Munira calls for a mental health practitioner in every school

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To mark Children’s Mental Health Week, Munira reiterated her call to place a dedicated mental health practitioner in every school, following a bill she presented in Parliament last month.

Tuesday, Feb 6

14

Munira raises Udney Park with Sports Minister

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In a positive move for the campaign to preserve the playing fields for community sport, Munira secured the Minister’s commitment to raise the issue with the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Wednesday, Dec 13

15

Munira presents petition in Parliament calling for Teddington DRA to be scrapped

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The petition, signed by over 700 residents, cites concerns about the environmental, construction and social impacts of the proposals.

Wednesday, Nov 22

18

Munira slams Chancellor’s Autumn Statement

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Munira says the Government’s silence on education, and any plan to fund an NHS rescue package, was “deafening”.

Wednesday, Nov 1

12

Munira welcomes Government u-turn on ticket office closures

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Munira had repeatedly raised residents’ concerns in Parliament and with SWR.

Thursday, Sep 14

13

Munira leads debate on Thames Water’s Teddington proposals

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On 6 September, Munira led a debate in Parliament on Thames Water’s controversial plans to pump treated effluent into the river at Teddington.

Tuesday, Sep 5

Munira tables motion to celebrate Lionesses’ historic win

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On the first day back in Parliament since the Lionesses reached the World Cup final, Munira tabled a motion recognising their amazing achievement.

Tuesday, Aug 1

18

Munira challenges SWR Director over station change proposals

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Munira has voiced concern over plans to slash staffing hours and close ticket offices at local stations.

Friday, Jul 21

15

Munira is hiring!

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Munira is hiring for a Researcher position, based out of Westminster. Find out how to apply.

Monday, Jul 17

21

Munira joins local schools to raise the alarm over school funding

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With schools saying they are at “breaking point” over squeezed budgets, Munira joined School Governors to request an urgent meeting with Education Secretary Gillian Keegan.

14

Munira raises concerns about Heathrow’s Noise Action Plan

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Co-signs letter with Richmond Park and Kingston MPs, Leader of Richmond Council, and other Liberal Democrats calling for NAP to go further.

Monday, Jul 3

11

Munira responds to Whitton’s removal from Twickenham constituency

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The Boundary Commission has confirmed that from the next election, Whitton will be split in two with half removed from the Twickenham constituency.

Thursday, Jun 15

12

Munira demands answers from Heathrow on aircraft noise

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Munira has written to Heathrow Airport about increased noise pollution

Friday, May 26

18

Munira says “no to Heathrow expansion” in Parliament

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Munira voiced the concerns of residents and campaigners to “wholeheartedly and vehemently oppose a third runway at Heathrow Airport”.

Tuesday, May 16

12

Creating a new heart for Twickenham

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We have a unique opportunity to revitalise Twickenham Riverside and create a new heart right at the centre of our community.

Wednesday, May 10

17

Munira challenges Rishi Sunak on sewage pollution at PMQs

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During PMQs, Munira challenged Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on river pollution in the Thames.

Monday, Apr 24

13

Munira discusses key issues on BBC Radio’s 5 Live and Any Questions

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Over the last few weeks, Munira has continued to comment in the media about a range of issues important to constituents and people across the country.

Wednesday, Mar 22

12

Munira’s amendment on the sale of police stations passes

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Munira has successfully changed the law to allow the Mayor to sell Teddington Police Station for community use.

Friday, Mar 17

13

Munira highlights childcare on International Women’s Day

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On IWD, Munira raised the impact of unaffordable childcare on the gender pay gap and women in the workforce.

Monday, Mar 13

17

Munira calls for support for children’s hospices, such as Hampton’s Shooting Star

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Munira has called for sustainable funding for children's hospices as they face spiralling energy bills.

Monday, Feb 6

13

Update on Thames Water sewage recycling plans

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Munira has continued to press Thames Water, and the Government, on plans to tackle water shortages by pumping treated sewage into the river above Teddington Lock.

Friday, Feb 3

16

Munira visits Barclays community banking hub

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Munira met with representatives from Barclays at their community pop-up hub at Whitton Library.

Tuesday, Jan 17

15

Munira responds to Thames Water recycling plans

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Thames Water has announced plans to tackle future water shortages by transferring millions of litres a day from the River at Teddington and replacing it with treated sewage.

Wednesday, Jan 11

12

Munira calls for further support for popular local lido, Hampton Pool

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Munira made the case for swimming pools and other sports facilities to be eligible for further energy bill support.

Tuesday, Dec 20

18

Munira challenges Chancellor on energy support for businesses and charities

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Munira asked when there will be an announcement on support beyond March next year.