Janet has been in local politics for many years; as a councillor and as deputy mayor of the borough but Lewisham is also her home.
The by-election caused by Heidi Alexander’s move to the mayor’s office created the opportunity for Daby to stand in her own constituency.
She’s also a member of Christians on the Left and told Premier: “I remember when I was at my local church just prior to the election day and one of the things I was saying there is that in how I conduct myself, in the years that I’ve been a Christian, God is very much before me in what I do and how I consider my approach – so yes, it has impacted my decision to get in politics and how I am as a person and my character.”
She described her first day in the House of Commons as a newly-elected MP: “It was quite profound to see so many MPs close up, that was a real experience but I think in my own mind, and my own thinking, I’m just thinking I want to make sure I have a good impact and that I can be a good voice.”
The Labour MP is keen to stand up for her constituents: “It’s a time now where I just need to be learning and taking everything in and then working out the difference that I want to make.”
When asked what issues she’s most passionate about she replied: “Improving our NHS service, more social and affordable homes, making sure that our transport and rail services meet the needs…
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