Apsana Begum26 Sep 2025Labour readmits McDonnell and Begum after benefit cap rebellionLabour has softened its commitment to keeping the two-child benefit cap in recent months.26 Sep 202525 Sep 2022The battle of the east London Labour centristsIn parts of east London, there are signs that left-wing MPs could be replaced with centrists.25 Sep 202223 Jun 2022MP signed off sick amid 'campaign of abuse'Apsana Begum is facing a trigger ballot process which could see her deselected by the Labour Party.23 Jun 202230 Jul 2021Labour MP cleared of fraudulent housing claimsApsana Begum says the trial caused her "great distress" and damaged her reputation.30 Jul 202121 Jul 2021East London MP denies social housing fraudThe Poplar and Limehouse MP is accused of "deliberately and dishonestly" obtaining social housing.21 Jul 2021
