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Long before I had ever dreamed of being a councillor or a London Assembly candidate, I was a teacher, an activist and a proud member of our community. I experienced the realities faced by most people: struggling to make ends meet, living in…
Following the devastating results of the general election, it is now more important than ever to keep City Hall Labour. The Conservatives are out to reclaim Barnet and Camden, emboldened by their three re-elected Barnet Tory MPs on…
The Corbynsceptic group Labour First has released voting recommendations for the London Assembly selection contest, which saw ballots sent out to London Labour members today. Momentum unveiled its own slate last week. Ballots close at 12pm…
The London elections this May are going to be the first test for Labour’s new leader – but it’s the way we run London if we win that is the Labour movement’s real test. It’s not enough to leaflet and hope to coast through the next few…
December’s election result was devastating. Labour are now guaranteed to be out of government for a further five years, with some pundits arguing that we’re at least a decade more in opposition – given the huge task ahead to win back the…
I took the step to stand for the London Assembly to bridge the disconnect between Londoners and City Hall. Not enough people know what City Hall does, and many feel like they have no say in how decisions taken there affect their own lives…
Like many of you, I campaigned tirelessly during the general election. The defeat was devastating and winter has never felt darker. As we get ready for the fightback, I ask you to join me with hope as we work to win back the trust of our…
Today is the start of Week Eight in my new role as a Labour MP. The first question I often get asked is: "So, how is life as an MP?". The truth is that each day has been different so far, and at this stage I am just trying not to get lost…
A 16-year-old was stabbed outside East Croydon station last week. Reportedly, it took 40 seconds to end his life. The attack took place less than a mile from my school, at about 4.45pm when many of our students were returning home from…
I’m standing to be Labour’s GLA candidate for Havering and Redbridge because I know just how much local people need a strong Labour voice to represent their interests in City Hall. The Tories have held Havering and Redbridge for 20 years…
Labour left activist network Momentum has revealed its endorsements for the London Assembly selection race, which has seen campaigns properly begin now that shortlisted candidates have been given access to membership data. Selection ballots…
Contenders hoping to become Labour candidates for the London Assembly elections in May have been told that they can now start campaigning to be elected. The London Labour regional office has contacted the hopefuls to inform them of the…
