Sophie Linden
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London's Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. Former Deputy Mayor of Hackney. all tweets are in a personal capacity.
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Proud to work for
@SadiqKhan
and proud to be a Londoner.
From rolling back women's reproductive rights to defending white supremacists and far-right nationalists - President Trump's behaviour flies in the face of ideals America was founded upon.
As the US's closest friends we have a duty to speak out.
#Ridge
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@metpoliceuk
have shown restraint and professionalism in the face of violence and assaults. Thank you.
Millions of Londoners will have been disgusted by the shameful scenes of violence, desecration and racism displayed by the right-wing extremists who gathered in our city today.
In the face of attacks and abuse, our police did a fantastic job to control the situation. Thank you.
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Catching the train back from the vigil - women exchanging stories of harassment, feeling unsafe and incidents of violence against them. The level of violence against women is an epidemic.
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To all the frontline police officers who have put the safety of others before their own - for working tirelessly to keep us all safe. Thank you.
#ThankYouDay
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Shocking report - three women killed every week. Important and vital work from
@K_IngalaSmith
@CountDeadWomen
ensuring they aren’t forgotten. We have to keep the focus on tackling violence against women and girls.
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This is simply not true. The structure of all our boards at City Hall is being changed. It has nothing to do with any views Joan has expressed.
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I was in Portcullis house as dreadful event happened - we were ushered away from danger the police ran towards. Thank god for their bravery
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@annaturley
standing her ground and standing up for her constituents. We need more strong women like her in parliament.
"I'm not being patronising."
MPs in heated moment over people's vote on Brexit.
Follow live updates from parliament as MPs quiz Theresa May:
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So pleased that my boss and friend
@SadiqKhan
has been given the opportunity to serve London again. London has a Mayor of integrity, passion and values.
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It was great to celebrate with new
@metpoliceuk
recruits and their families today. These new officers are already helping to keep London safe - I wish them all well for their careers at the Met
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Congratulations to PC Charlie Guenigault
@metpoliceuk
for his outstanding bravery in confronting London Bridge terrorists - he rightly deserves his award
#PoliceBraveryAwards
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Completely unacceptable scenes - shocking to see how police are being treated and coming under attack.
Whitehall is now blocked off by police. This happened moments ago:
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From control centre to
#nottinghillcarnival
, Commissioner to mounted police
@metpoliceuk
work to keep carnival safe
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Proud to work for
@SadiqKhan
- strong and steadfast in the face of totally unacceptable hate and abuse. A great Mayor of the greatest city.
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Shocking. Really awful to see this - there is nothing that can excuse attacking officers who work tirelessly to protect us. It cannot be tolerated.
This is truly despicable & society should never accept such behaviour - we are here to protect you! The officers are safe, but clearly shaken & incredibly brave too. Arrests will be made... this must stop. BCU Cmdr Marcus Barnett
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I love London. I will be voting for it - by voting for
@SadiqKhan
If you care about this great city and our friends and neighbours.
If you believe in our strength and our spirit.
If you love London: vote for it.
⬇️ On May 6th
#VoteLabour
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Brilliant result for London. Four more years of real leadership transforming London and transforming lives.
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Went to Downing Street Youth Violence summit today - one meeting won’t solve the issue. Clear message is long term increases in funding are vital not just for policing but all vital services.
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This afternoon I joined family and friends of
@metpoliceuk
officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. It’s an important moment to remember them and their courage and sacrifice
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We cannot allow the next generation of girls to grow up in a climate of fear.
Proud to have joined
@AmyLame
@JessPhillips
and many other brilliant women in signing the
@StylistMagazine
letter on tackling male violence against women
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I walked past Stoke Newington police station this morning. Thank you to all the officers and staff on duty today.
@metpoliceuk
officers and staff on duty 24/7 keeping London safe.
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I have been working with
@SadiqKhan
@LDNVictimsComm
@metpoliceuk
and partners to ensure we can provide services to women and families experiencing violence
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Delighted to re-launch “Ask for Angela”at
@ministryofsound
- supported by
@SadiqKhan
it makes accessing support quick & easy for those feeling unsafe on a night out. I would urge anyone who doesn’t feel safe or in an uncomfortable situation in a licensed venue to "Ask for Angela"
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Govt has been slow and uncoordinated in its response to domestic violence during this crisis. It’s a huge worry as lockdown continues. We are working across city hall with partners to address this.
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It’s an honour and a privilege to be nominated to serve once again as London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. Today, I set out my priorities for the coming Mayoral term to London Assembly’s Police and Crime Committee confirmation hearing.
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I want to pay tribute to the victims of David Carrick today as he is sentenced for his appalling crimes. Their courage has made the prosecution, conviction and sentencing of this dangerous man possible.
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So good to see a leader being open and honest about mental health and the challenges ahead. Proud to work for
@SadiqKhan
- he does detail and will continue to work his socks off for London.
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Really delighted that
@sadiqkhan
has nominated me to serve another 3 years. He has been absolutely clear the priority is tackling violence in all its forms. We can only do this by working together.
Mayor announces key senior appointments
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Out and about with
@MPSHackney
town centre team in Shoreditch last night. So clear the impact they are having in keeping us safe - and how well known and respected they are.
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.
@jessphillips
writing from the heart and rightly exhorting us to not become used to the horror of the stats, to drive forward with "determined grit". We are with you in London
@SadiqKhan
and I are doing all we can to tackle violence against women - we need govt to do the same.
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Today marks the beginning of 16 days of activism to end violence against women and girls.
@SadiqKhan
is leading in London by investing in crucial services for women and girls - and extra £15m on top of £44m underpinning his VAWG strategy.
#WhiteRibbon2019
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Services for women fleeing violence have been underfunded for years - its time the govt woke up to the consequences.
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I am always impressed by the professionalism and dedication of officers and staff. Today I spoke to
@metpoliceuk
officers who had volunteered to work their rest day.
I visited London Bridge today with Commissioner Cressida Dick and
@CityPoliceCmsr
to discuss the latest on the
@metpoliceUK
investigation into yesterday’s vile attack, and to thank frontline officers for their bravery and sacrifice that keeps all Londoners safe.
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As part of our Knife Crime Strategy, we're targeting lawbreakers, working with young people and communities, and supporting victims. Find out how we're taking action to tackle violent crime in London here:
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As I walked home this afternoon two different response cars sped by me at different times. Thank you
@metpoliceuk
who will be working over Christmas to keep us safe.
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Important visit this evening - the last few days have been so deeply difficult for the Jewish community.
I visited Darna restaurant at Golders Green tonight to show my solidarity with London’s Jewish community.
The last few days have been deeply distressing for them - and my thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been affected and those who have lost loved ones. I stand in
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Good to meet Jewish community representatives this morning, alongside Met Police and British Transport Police, to discuss ongoing work to tackle antisemitism, manage protests, keep communities safe & build community cohesion during these challenging times
@debs_wb
@LDNVictimsComm
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Thanks to funding from
@SadiqKhan
, we’re providing GPS tags for an extra 300 violent offenders and domestic abuse perpetrators - on top of the 600 already fitted.
This will boost our efforts to reduce reoffending, and increase protection for victims.
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Powerful evening in City Hall as part of
@MayorofLondon
work tackling hate and extremism. Inspirational speech from
@Ahmadnawazaps
on surviving a taliban attack and working to make change. And
@HumzaProduction
on his work to tackle hate and violence.
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Met is recruiting. We will have an additional 1,300 officers serving Londoners because of
@SadiqKhan
decision to invest in the Met.
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Totally agree. This govt has let us all down and families are bearing the burden.
London and the country are paying the price for the Government’s failure to get a handle on the pandemic.
This continued chaos could all have been avoided had the Government not made irresponsible promises and raised expectations ahead of Christmas.
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@MPSSpecials
@MPSCadets
and volunteers give up their free time to help make London safer - a huge thank you. From all of us.
#VolunteerWeek
From Special Constables and Police Cadets to Police Support Volunteers, we would like to say an enormous thank you to the 1000s of people who selflessly give up their time to help keep our fantastic city safe.
#VolunteersWeek
@MPSSpecials
@MPSCadets
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.
@SadiqKhan
is right we can’t return to business as usual because COVID 19 exposed the fragility of our society and deep flaws in our economy.
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It really beggars belief that the announcement about
@KarenFindlayMPS
leaving the Met has whipped up such abuse. She leaves the Met with a well deserved reputation - a highly experienced professional.
@metpoliceuk
loss is
@BTP
gain.
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There has to be fundamental changes in the family courts - just as
@LDNVictimsComm
@DrProudman
have been arguing for.
Julia’s husband - a convicted paedophile - took her to court 37 times to get access to their children after his past was exposed.
But Julia's nightmare in the family court system continued for eight years. This is her story.
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People aren’t worried about how their food is measured - they are desperately worried if they can afford to feed their families during this cost of living crisis.
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Really impressed by the drive and commitment of
@wfcouncil
led by
@GracieMaeW
to tackle violence against women and girls. Mobilising business and the community. Public health approach in action.
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@MayorofLondon
@SadiqKhan
met with
@GracieMaeW
&
@khev_limbajee
in
#Walthamstow
High St this morning to launch
@LDN_gov
's new strategy for tackling violence against women & girls.
#VAWG
He spoke with businesses & Council staff undergoing intervention & prevention training.
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A new
@London_Cycling
report found that 9 in 10 women experienced abuse while cycling. This is unacceptable, at last night’s launch I spoke about work led by
@MayorofLondon
to ensure that our city is safe for every woman and girl, and work by
@willnorman
to make cycling safer
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Deeply moving vigil for Sabina Nessa this evening. The strength and dignity of her family was humbling. The coming together of the community to mourn and to remember
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First time I have voted by post - don’t forget to send your postal votes back. Vote because you love London
@LondonLabour
@SadiqKhan
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We all have a part to play in challenging misogyny. Say
#Maaate
to a mate shows how a simple, familiar word can be all you need to interrupt when a friend's language or behaviour is going too far, without ruining the moment or putting your friendship at risk.
#HaveAWord
If your friend’s language or behaviour was crossing a line, would you know how to step in?
My new campaign, Say
#Maaate
to a Mate, is a single word to stop misogynistic language in its tracks.
Get involved 👇🏽
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A pleasure to join
@metpoliceuk
officers in Clapham this afternoon for a Walk and Talk with local women - honest and necessary conversations for rebuilding trust and confidence in policing. Find out about your local Walk and Talks here:
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The violent scenes in Whitehall do not represent our country or London. I was reminded of that when I walked down my street today.
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I resigned my membership of Unite a while back - glad I haven’t been paying for them to attack
@annaturley
a woman whose integrity and commitment to the Labour movement shines through in all she does.
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This makes complete sense. Really glad
@TfL
are doing this -
BREAKING: Face coverings will remain compulsory on
@TfL
.
The wearing of face coverings helps reduce the spread of Covid, and crucially gives Londoners confidence to travel - vital to our economic recovery.
My mask protects you, your mask protects me.
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Great results from
@metpoliceuk
for National Stalking Awareness Week.
🚔69 arrests for stalking offences
🚔35 Stalking Protection Orders obtained
A huge effort across London is bringing perpetrators of this intrusive and disturbing crime to justice.
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The abuse
@LDNVictimsComm
is receiving is totally unacceptable - misogynists trying to silence those campaigning for victims.
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My son has been recently diagnosed with Crohn’s disease - a difficult condition that we are now all learning more about as a family.
#Crohns
Crohn's and Colitis Awareness is here!
#ItTakesGuts
to talk about
#Crohns
and
#Colitis
. Stand with us and everyone affected by these devastating conditions - so together, we can improve lives today and build a world free from Crohn’s and Colitis tomorrow.
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Violence is unacceptable
@MayorofLondon
& I are determined to do all we can to tackle it. Glad to be in
@IslingtonBC
with young people and parents
@RichardWatts01
@MPSRajKohli
and charities inc
@AbiBillinghurst
@AFCCommunity
Discussing what works and what more needs to be done.
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Govt has to move much quicker to ensure services are in place. We are working across London but need national leadership and funding.
Since lockdown started, France have had 2 domestic homicides & their Government is putting domestic violence victims in hotel rooms & funding pop-up counselling centres in grocery stores. We have just had 10th domestic homicide. What are we doing?
@patel4witham
@RobertBuckland
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Lovely walk around Clissold park, West reservoirs and into
@AbneyParkN16
- and saw this new addition being unveiled today. Great to see women from history getting the recognition they deserve.
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Thank you to all
@metpoliceuk
who are working over Christmas to keep us safe and secure
#londonisopen
#police
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#haveaword
campaign is focusing on men’s behaviour. The stats talk for themselves - 71% of women been sexually harassed, 86% of 18-24 year olds. But then women know this already from their own lived experiences.
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Had an inspiring visit to
@RoyalLondonHosp
to find out more about
@MPSTowerHam
trauma support team where police officers work alongside NHS doctors and nurses and
@martinpgriff
to support victims of serious violence, keeping them safe and building trust.
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I had free school meals - I know how important they are for families.
@SadiqKhan
tackling food poverty and making a difference to 287,000 primary school children in London. Labour in power making a difference.
It’s always been my mission to improve the lives of London's kids and their families. We must end food poverty for good.
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Really important judgement - and well done
@metpoliceuk
for not giving up on this case and pursuing this through the courts.
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Powerful stories at launch of
@FloEshalomi
report on girls and gangs
@SadiqKhan
& I are committed to tackling these issues by investing record amounts in sevices to support girls and women impacted by violence, including those associated with gangs
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Thanks
@CPFC
@OfficialVieira
for leading the way and supporting
@SadiqKhan
campaign to change means behaviour to tackle violence against women and girls
#HaveAWord
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Victims of rape deserve far better. We must urgently transform the way rape cases are investigated and fund the necessary changes to restore faith in the system, improve outcomes for victims and bring perpetrators to justice.
@LabourList
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A real pleasure to visit
@metpoliceuk
dog training centre to see dog handlers complete their course and see the next generation of police dogs! Police dogs and their handlers are a vital part of the team keeping London safe.
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A moving ceremony reminding us to embrace difference and
#StandTogether
This morning Londoners gathered at City Hall to remember the horrors of the Holocaust and genocides around the world.
It was an honour to witness the deeply moving words from so many of our guests - including the inspiring Rabbi Marcus and Sabit Jakupović.
#HMD2020
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And we all will keep fighting
@jessphillips
and won’t stop until we have won the protections all victims and survivors deserve.
Today in
#DomesticAbuseBill
we pushed amendments that recognised disabled victims, protected migrant victims, improved justice in courts, created a register for dangerous serial abusers.
Tories voted to take them out.
We could have protected more people. We will keep fighting
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Speaking to those who knew him today bought home the immense loss everyone who knew him feels. He was the best of officers. Such moving tributes from friends, colleagues and members of the community.
Today I visited Croydon Custody Centre with
@MetPoliceUK
Commissioner and
@SophieKLinden
to pay my respects to Sergeant Matt Ratana, who tragically lost his life serving our city last month. He was an example of the very best of London, and will never be forgotten.
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It’s so good that London has
@SadiqKhan
to vote for. His manifesto sets out a vision of a fairer, greener, better, safer London.
LIVE NOW: With a month to go until election day - I'm launching my plans for a cleaner, greener, more equal city where all Londoners have the opportunities to fulfil their potential.
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Yesterday I paid tribute to
@metpoliceuk
police officers who have lost their lives whilst on duty. We will never forget their service and dedication to London.
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It was a day and time I will always remember. The excitement and optimism of moving from the powerlessness of opposition into government.
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Spent an afternoon with
@metpoliceuk
detention staff and officers in Wood Green custody. A dedicated team including mental health nurses, custody nurse, drug workers, liaison and diversion and
@DIVERTLondon
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Saw the value of dedicated ward officers and neighbourhood policing by going out with Coldharbour ward
@metpoliceuk
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It was great to join
@MPSCamden
officers on patrol in Camden last night. Their work with partners to keep women and girls safe and tackle violence, robbery and anti-social behaviour is vital to ensuring everyone can enjoy London safely
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Just arrived for the service of thanksgiving to mark the centenary of police women in the
@metpoliceuk
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I used to suffer from chronic period pain. These policies are ground breaking - providing support for women at all stages. I am proud to work for
@SadiqKhan
who puts his feminist values into action. I hope all public bodies follow his lead.
As a proud feminist, I refuse to accept gender-based injustice as inevitable.
Ahead of
#IWD
, I'm calling on public bodies to do everything in their power to make their workplaces safe, welcoming places for women.
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Throughout his Mayoralty
@SadiqKhan
has invested in services supporting women suffering violence. We are working across the sector during this crisis. The govt needs to step up and lead as well.
The Government must take urgent action to support those at risk of domestic abuse. My piece for The Independent.
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Delighted and honoured to be nominated by
@SadiqKhan
to serve London in this great team.
Meet the new appointments to my City Hall team - helping to make our city safer & fairer.
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@Ed_Miliband
speaking at end of
@LondonLabour
consultation on
@SadiqKhan
manifesto - focusing on the importance of returning Sadiq as Labour Mayor - it’s vital for London and vital for the country.
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It’s was boiling but good to be spend the afternoon with
@MPSTowerHam
response officers. Thank you for sharing your time and insights, and for the great work you do for our city.
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It was an honour to be at the
@metpoliceuk
Remembrance Service today. We will never forget the MPS officers and staff who answered the call to serve and who made the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them.
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Let no one forget this - Tories could have stopped this.
Sewage being pumped into our summertime coastal waters isn’t an accident - it’s less that a year since
@UKLabour
’s attempts to end this disgraceful practice was voted down by the Tories.
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Really pleased
@SadiqKhan
has invested in the Drive programme as part of his commitment to making women safer in London. Good to be host the Drive event today.
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Lovely
@MayorofLondon
carol service this evening. With so many women singing and reading. Lovely to hear
@SadiqKhan
say he is inspired by the words “love thy neighbour”.
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The grooming and exploitation of young people by gangs and drug dealers is heartbreaking. That’s why
@SadiqKhan
has invested in the rescue and response service that supports young people caught up in county lines.
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Brilliant event for young people across London organised by
@haringeyboxcup
to lift their aspirations and encourage them to be the best they can. And I got to meet London
@metpoliceuk
horse and a lovely dog.
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.
@SadiqKhan
showing leadership in London - more investment in fund to support community and voluntary sector during this crisis. This will be a lifeline to so many doing such good work.
.
@MayorofLondon
invests further £4m in London Community Response fund to help the capital’s community and voluntary organisations and support Londoners disproportionately affected by
#Covid
-19
@CityBridgeTrust
@LondonFunders
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So good to see and hear about the success of
@DIVERTLondon
they have gone from strength to strength since I visited them in Brixton police station where I met
@earlyyearscop
We have a lot of work to do to end the violence in our city, but I want to share something that’s working. The
@MetPoliceUK
’s Divert programme has helped 1,000+ young Londoners turn their back on crime by bringing in coaches to help young people in custody.
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Good to be able to speak at the launch of such an important report - proud to work for and help deliver the policies of proud feminist
@SadiqKhan
From Blackpool to Bromley, girls are telling us that their rights are not being met. They say they face a threat to their safety in public, sexism in school & they are not being listened to.
Explore our map to find out more ➡️
#ListenToGirls
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An inspiring afternoon with
@HiboWardere
and the fabulous staff of the lotus clinic
@WhippsCrossHosp
supporting women who are survivors of FGM. Supported by
@MayorofLondon
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.
@SadiqKhan
and I are clear that we must do everything we can to protect shopworkers and to instil respect for the work that they do.
I wrote for
@LabourList
about the action we are taking in London to mark
@UsdawUnion
’s Respect for Shopworkers Week
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Watching
@C4Dispatches
on officers being attacked whilst on duty. Shocking levels of violence against police whilst they serve our communities. I know it’s a daily reality for
@metpoliceuk
its totally unacceptable.
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The scenes of violence we saw yesterday were unacceptable.
At this time of rising tensions, we all have a responsibility to pull together and reject hateful narratives.
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