I went to my local Sure Start centre, and they put... -Angela Rayner

I went to my local Sure Start centre, and they put me on a parenting course. I learned things that might seem simple - that it was important to hug and love your child, and read to them. This might seem obvious, but it wasn't to me at the time.

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Angela Rayner is a British politician serving as the Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and the Shadow Secretary of State for the Future of Work. She has been a Member of Parliament since 2015 and has gained recognition for her advocacy for social justice, education, and workers' rights. Rayner's rise in British politics and her dedication to addressing societal inequalities have made her a prominent figure in the Labour Party and a voice for progressive policies.

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