Today was quite a moment.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy displayed his resolve over a video link to a silent House of Commons, which was showing rare cross party unity and purpose.
Image credit / House of Commons / Jessica Taylor
I took the opportunity last week to sign the book of support in Parliament on behalf of the people of Chadderton, Oldham and Royton, as well as sending a letter of support to the two local Ukrainian churches together with my colleague Debbie Abrahams.
Our words must be followed by firm leadership, including giving the people of Ukraine the means to defend themselves, humanitarian support and aide, and playing our part in providing refuge.
Jim McMahon OBE MP 