AN MP's mother celebrated a remarkable 104th birthday.

Maud Amess, mother of Southend West MP, Sir David Amess reached the milestone birthday on Monday.

Mrs Amess’s close friends and family gathered for a party at Nazareth House on Sunday to share the special occasion with singer Elizabeth Upsher performed a number of songs during the afternoon.

Sir David said: “My mother is an incredible woman who has lived through so much in her lifetime. She very much enjoyed her 104th birthday celebrations and I would like to thank everyone who sent their good wishes.”