‘Summer series’-help shape my work as Ipswich’s MP
When I was elected as Ipswich’s MP last July, I promised to show positive leadership in the long-term interests of our town, to bring people together, and to fulfil the ambitions and aspirations that we all share.
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While an MP must use their judgement to make decisions on behalf of the town, it is crucial that they listen to the thoughts and feelings of local residents.
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That is why I have launched my Summer Series, a wide-ranging and unprecedented programme of engagement that will give residents across Ipswich the chance to have their say on the issues that matter most to them.
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So get involved this summer, make sure your voice is heard, and help shape my work here in Ipswich, and in Westminster.
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Here’s what’s included in my Summer Series:
✅ Six town halls on key local issues
✅ Thirteen community meetings across Ipswich
✅ A two-week Summer School for 18–24-year-olds
✅ A Residents' Survey open to everyone living in our town

Since my election, I have begun to make good on the promises I made to you. From signing a Jobs Guarantee with Sizewell C to beginning to turn the tide in our town centre, green shoots are beginning to appear, but I know there is so much more work to be done.
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As we approach one year since the 2024 General Election, I have launched my ‘Summer Series’ – a three-month-long public engagement campaign across Ipswich.
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Town Halls and Community Meetings
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Over the summer, I will be hosting six ‘town halls’ events, with focus on key local and national issues. Each event will be held in a different part of our town, with local organisations, businesses, charities and guest speakers joining the conversation.
These include:
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- Work and Housing (6 June, South East Ipswich)
- Healthcare (21 June, North East Ipswich)
- Transport, including the Orwell Bridge and the Northern Bypass (12 July, South West Ipswich)
- Our town centre (24 July, Central Ipswich)
- Safer Streets (7 August, South East Ipswich)
- Devolution (19 August, Central Ipswich)
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​These will be RSVP-only sessions — if you would like to attend and have your say, please fill out my short Residents' Survey. I read every single response, and your views will shape my priorities for the year ahead.
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As well as the town halls, the Summer Series will include more than a dozen community meetings covering topics including childcare, SEND, and mental health.
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Residents' Survey
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My Residents' Survey is now 'live' for all residents in the town, allowing them to share their views, feedback and suggestions about how to build a greater Ipswich. This survey will run until the end of the summer series, on Tuesday 19th August. ​​​
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Summer School
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My two-week summer school for young people aged 18-24 in Ipswich is now open to applications, and is an invaluable way to learn more about politics and public service. To find out more about my Summer School - ​please click here.
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All of this work will sit on alongside my ongoing engagement efforts — from door knocking every weekend and holding regular constituency surgeries, to visiting local businesses and responding to the thousands of messages I receive from residents. Since the election, my team and I have already responded to over 10,000 emails on a wide range of issues.
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In whatever way you can, please do get involved this summer, as we look to build a greater Ipswich, together.