Asylum seekers are not enemies to be captured. They are human beings to be welcomed. They deserve protection. They deserve the right to contribute to our society. And they deserve to live in safe, decent & comfortable housing, just like anyone else.
"We do not intend to take these issues lying down. Justice has to be done for those I represent." 40 years ago, I concluded my first speech in Parliament with a vow: to fight for democracy & justice. I renew that vow today. My piece for @IslingtonTrib. https://t.co/B5wmmDNPTl
How much more sewage can profit-thirsty companies dump in our rivers & seas before we admit that privatisation has failed? It’s time to end this madness and finally bring water back into public ownership.
Huge congratulations to @DanielKebedeNEU, who has been elected General Secretary of the National Education Union. Daniel will fight tirelessly on behalf of his members to improve their pay, protect their profession and save the future of education!
Trans rights are human rights. On #TransDayOfVisibility, let’s celebrate the resilience of trans people who spread hope and joy to those around them. And let’s amplify their calls for respect, equality, healthcare and freedom.
I want to thank everyone for all the kind messages of support. There is huge demand for a politics of redistribution, solidarity & hope. Those who oppose radical change are attacking our democratic rights for a simple reason: they know that when we come together, we can win.
I have spent my life fighting for a fairer society on behalf of the people of Islington North, and I have no intention of stopping now. https://t.co/9HuvErXpEp
The real politics in this country is on our streets and in our communities. That’s why I joined anti-racist campaigners tonight to oppose the Tories’ attack on refugees. The labour movement exists to stand up for the marginalised — I will keep fighting for a more caring world. https://t.co/R87g08Ylw2
A statement on the latest attempt to block my candidacy for Islington North. https://t.co/ytZSK4oEKI
1️⃣ Real pay rise for all 2️⃣ Democratic public ownership 3️⃣ Housing for the many 4️⃣ Wealth tax to save our NHS 5️⃣ Refugees welcome Let’s build a transformative vision for our country — my piece for the @M_Star_Online. https://t.co/F9crUbaQKK