A message to Andy Burnham: I know you took a private jet to Manchester last week to govern from No 10 Oop North. But if you're feeling more cash-conscious, why not take the stuffy, dirty, delayed, crowded Avanti West Coast service from London. I had the pleasure of sharing my journey with two strangers who slept across our shared table Not very comfortable. But being a man of the people you may enjoy it. Or not

Looking forward joining to @Mattallwright Show @JeremyVineOn5 . We’re talking taxing pensioners, doctors strikes and more. Do join the debate 12.50am @channel5_tv

Andy Burnham talking about re-adopting EU’s free movement rules. Does democracy mean nothing to the PM? The country voted to leave. Though given Burnham’s strategic route to No. 10 came via tactical by-election no surprise really

Loved seeing Prince William on The Graham Norton Show. Wonder if Harry is now reflecting on whether this might have been better option than the Oprah interview. He could have told his story from the red chair… 😉

Hate this time of year when clocks go back and it starts getting dark by mid afternoon. Surely time to rethink this. Not least because being outdoors so important for mental and physical health, (not everyone can exercise before work) Surely also impacts on shop footfall and means we spend more on lighting our homes. Enough now. We’re not hedgehogs🦔

In my latest column for @JewishChron I write that the announcement of a public inquiry into the Heaton Park terrorist attack is very welcome However its remit must be clear.  Of course to give answers to those  families so grievously affected by the atrocity. But also to deliver a concrete plan to tackle extremists with  specific, enforceable recommendations.  And to show at its conclusion that things will be different and that there will be no wriggle room for the Government and associated agencies to kick the can down the road or hide in Never-never land promises 👇 thejc.com/opinion/heaton-par…

Only one kind of stockpiling I’m doing today … portions of freshly made chicken soup for the freezer. Mainly so that when I get that ‘“mum, I need some CS” call I’m ready 🍲 Though also tastes good in any emergency situation

Will be on @BBCRadio2 just after 12.30pm talking to @theJeremyVine about pedestrianising city centres

The government is telling us to stockpile food and water in case of emergencies yet won’t spend money on defence to protect the country. Am I missing something here?

When the world seems to be erupting into madness and hatred, I find this so comforting and uplifting. Thank you, Cliff, for reaching out to everyone and reminding us that it’s the simplest things in life that are the most beautiful.

Today, I was delighted to join @BBCWomansHour to discuss the review into antisemitism in schools and colleges in England, led by former Ofsted Chief Inspector Sir David Bell. This was not a discussion about Israeli politics (although I firmly believe that schools should be places where fair and informed debate about any government is encouraged). Rather, I spoke as a parent about Sir David’s recommendations for addressing the challenges Jewish children face, and the importance of building greater understanding to tackle antisemitism in our schools. And yet since , this morning, the abusive responses on various platforms following what was a thoughtful, considered discussion, expertly chaired by @BBCNuala, has been shocking. And deeply depressing. Jews are not objects of pity. We simply want to live peacefully, as part of the wider community. The last thing we want is to be singled out. But this review was necessary because Jewish children have become targets of hatred. Perhaps this is fuelled by events unfolding thousands of miles away. Or perhaps those events are being used to legitimise antisemitism that might otherwise remain unspoken. Either way, if we are to live together with decency, respect and understanding, we must confront Jew hatred head-on. We must educate children and young people about antisemitism and the dangers of all forms of racism. But here’s the irony: the toxic responses I’ve received came from adults not children. And perhaps that’s the most depressing thing of all. If this hatred is being passed down by older generations, what hope is there for our children? And I mean all our children- whatever star they were born under. #antisemitism

My piece for the Daily Mail about the alarming number of children who are vaping – and the terrifying ramifications for their health dailymail.com/health/article…

Will be on @BBCWomansHour at 10am discussing Government review advising schools should recognise antisemitism as distinct form of harm #Antisemitism

Sometimes I marvel at the unexpected direction a career can take. Like finding myself debating the merits of schlocky romance novels and so-called ‘bonkbusters’ on today’s @JeremyVineOn5 as @theJeremyVine showcased ‘his’ glorious abs…. If you missed it, catch today’s episode on YouTube. You won’t be disappointed.

Looking forward to joining @MatthewStadlen and @margarethodge on today’s @JeremyVineOn5 . So much to discuss. Join debate @channel5_tv 9.15am

Was on @LBC explaining why it is wrong for Pro Palestinian activists to hijack the poppy.…#poppy #remembranceday

Looking forward to joining @IainDale @lbc on tonight’s Cross Question it

Reflections on yesterday’s cycle ride in glorious Cheshire countryside and pressing issue of… sheep #cycling

My piece in the Spectator - pointing out there is more to Jewish people than being painted as a group to be pitted because of spiralling hatred. Take Larry David or hot bowls of chicken soup for a start….

Looking forward to joining @darrylmorris on @TimesRadio at 10.30pm to review tomorrow`s front pages