Remembrance Sunday in Stanford-le-Hope

It was an honour to join members of our local community in attending a Remembrance Sunday service in Stanford-le-Hope.

It is crucial that we never forget the sacrifices of so many servicemen and women across the years, including those serving in our armed forces today, and that we continue to remember the contributions of local people during the First and Second World Wars in the previous century.

With community leaders in Stanford-le-Hope

Supporting Royal British Legion census campaign

I was pleased to meet with members of the Armed Forces community and back their 'Count Them In' campaign, which aims to include new questions on the UK census.

Supporting the 'Count Them In' campaign in Parliament

It is estimated that there are currently between 6.5 million and 6.7 million members of the Armed Forces community living in the UK, representing about a tenth of the population. However little is known about the exact number and needs of this important group.

Including new questions on the next UK census would provide public bodies, local authorities, and charities with valuable information to ensure they are able to deliver the best services they can for our Armed Forces community.


Our brave servicemen and women are dedicated to keeping this country safe and where we can help them, we should. This worthwhile campaign by the Royal British Legion deserves our full support.