These are tough times and under this Tory-led government many people in Manchester are suffering and getting left behind. If elected I will use all my energy, skills, experience and knowledge to stand up for our communities and get things done for the better. – Lucy Powell
I have run a general election campaign pregnant and ran Ed Milibands leadership campaign commuting to London with a new baby so I already have my system set up. – Lucy Powell
The Labour party has done more than any other to address gender inequalities, through legislation and other means, and to increase womens representation in politics, which has led to recent increases in the number of female politicians. – Lucy Powell
Theres a loss of faith in the banking system that for so long has been the backbone of prosperity and growth. – Lucy Powell
If youre out there stressing on your pro day, then youre not going to perform well, so I plan on having a little fun. Play a little music while were out there throwing the football, have everybody tapping their toes and bobbing their head and just go out there and make the most of the experience. – Robert Griffin III