I was fortunate to receive a great education at local schools and that transformed my life.

Every child deserves that opportunity.

I spoke to the Sunderland Echo about my new role and how as our children face their third school year of disruption to their learning, they need an ambitious plan for recovery.

Read the full article here: “Houghton and Sunderland MP Bridget Phillipson outlines her dream after promotion to Shadow Education Secretary”