Kate is an activist, left wing politician and mother of one. Daughter of Martha Osamor (former Deputy Leader of Haringey council, community leader and activist) Kate grew up in north London attending Creighton comprehensive school. Having successfully obtained a BA (Hons) degree from the University of East London in Third World Studies, Kate went on to work for the Big Issue, a magazine sold by homeless and long-term unemployed people. She became the chair of Governors at a local school, while working in the voluntary sector. Kate started her 15 years’ service to the NHS by working at an Out Of Hours Co-Op before moving on to becoming a GP practice manager. One to One Questions
1. What is your current position?
I am the Labour MP for Edmonton.
2. What are your proudest achievements?
Becoming an MP and being a mother
3. What inspires you?
Seeing people reach their potential, especially underdogs and people who are overlooked.
4. What has been the biggest obstacle in your career?
Overcoming being a single mum on a low income and getting to where I am today, by challenging myself on greater platforms.
5. Who has been the biggest influence on your career to date?
My mother, Martha Osamor.
6. What is the best aspect about your current role?
Being able to represent all the people of Edmonton.
7. And the worst?
Being in the opposition party. #votelabour
8. What are your long term goals?
My current long term goals are to improve Edmonton and the health sector, fight for education, and campaign to end-austerity
9. If you were Prime Minister, what one aspect would you change?
I would strive to challenge inequality in society
10. If you were marooned on a desert island, which historical figure would you like to spend your time with and why?
Winnie Mandela, because of her important role in the struggle against apartheid in South Africa.
