Kerala-born nurse Sojan Joseph elected Labour MP for Ashford in UK

Sojan Joseph, a Kerala-born mental health nurse, has been elected as the Labour MP for Ashford, Kent. His win marks a shift in the constituency, previously held by the Conservative Party, and reflects Labour's focus on strengthening ties with India. Joseph is settling into his role in the House of Commons, supported by his parliamentary team. He expressed optimism about recent NHS funding and a planned increase in the national minimum wage, which he believes will benefit many workers, including migrants. Originally from Kottayam, Joseph moved to the UK in 2002. He aims to represent both the Indian community and the NHS, highlighting the significant contributions of Indian healthcare workers in the UK.