by Zahin Ahmed | Mar 16, 2023 | In Parliament
Thank you to Afzal Khan MP for hosting this event in parliament, coinciding with the UN’s first International Day to Combat Islamophobia. Hate crimes targeting Muslims rose by 28% in 2022. We must do everything we can to end the scourge of...
by Zahin Ahmed | Jun 6, 2022 | Events and Campaigns, In Constituency
I enjoyed a very warm welcome from so many friends and acquaintances at the annual Sikh Welfare Society Gala dinner, celebrating the philanthropy of many Sikh-run businesses across Ilford and Redbridge. The inspiring work of the Welfare Society, both in Ilford and...
by Zahin Ahmed | May 18, 2022 | In Parliament
It was great to meet former Archbishop John Sentamu from Christian Aid to discuss the climate crisis and its impacts during Climate Action Week. At a time when global poverty is on the rise, we as a country must do more, starting with renewing Britain’s 0.7%...
by Zahin Ahmed | May 13, 2022 | In Constituency
Earlier today I met with Ministers and staff – Panna and Abigail, who do such inspirational work- at The Salvation Army in Ilford. We had a long and often heartbreaking conversation about the plight of refugees and many with no recourse to public funds, living...
by Zahin Ahmed | May 8, 2022 | In Constituency
I had the pleasure of celebrating Eid at the Bhairab Bangladeshi community, at a huge event in Chadwell Heath part of Ilford South. I gave a speech to members of the Italian and Spanish Bengali community who now reside in the UK, presented awards to talented...