Honoured to speak at the Black Writers guild alongside so many inspiring voices. As the far right grows bolder, solidarity is our firewall. We must resist together, make “good trouble” together and stand united for justice. Thank you Nels Abbey & all the brilliant speakers.

Firstly, it's 'Prime Minister Starmer' to you. Secondly you can keep your Islamophobic tropes about our country to yourself. Your dismissive response on recognising the State of Palestine, coming from a man wanted by the International Criminal Court, proves our Govt was right.

Wishing everyone in Brent and beyond Happy Navratri!✨

Today is the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. Wishing everyone in Brent and beyond a blessed Rosh Hashanah. From my family to yours: L'shanah tovah!

Christina McAnea: 'Recognition of the state of Palestine is an important step towards bringing about a two-state solution and peace to the region, and ending the illegal occupation' UNISON comment on PM's announcement UK will recognise state of Palestine www.unison.org.uk/news/2025/09...

Celebrating key businesses in Brent - 25 years for Port Royal Patties and the birthday of the incredible business woman Vee from One Stop Caribbean.

On Monday I was honoured to host the launch of the @londonassembly.bsky.social new report on devolution, Trusting London to Deliver. A valuable discussion about how we strengthen our city and ensure Londoners’ voices are heard. @bassammahfouz.bsky.social @akashpaun.bsky.social

Proud to sign @ACORNunion open letter calling for reform of council tax. The current system is broken, driving vulnerable residents deeper into debt instead of helping them out of it. We need a fairer more compassionate process. 👇🏾 acorntheunion.org.uk/press-releas...

Really enjoyed joining Ali Milani on his podcast! We talked about my journey into politics, tackling racism in Parliament and why London means so much to me. Big thanks to Aunty Jenny's Kitchen for hosting — a fun and thoughtful chat 👇🏾 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OiJ...

Neasden deserves better than yet another betting shop opening its doors. This is exploitation. Councils and residents should have the power to say enough is enough. That’s why we must end Aim to Permit and stop this industry preying on our communities.

The Hillsborough Law has been introduced to Parliament. A huge step towards truth and accountability. A tribute to the 97 and to the families who never gave up. Their courage is changing our country for the better.

The Hillsborough Law has been introduced to Parliament. A huge step towards truth and accountability. A tribute to the 97 and to the families who never gave up. Their courage is changing our country for the better.

Pleased to support #WorldAfroDay in Parliament with @beverleyknight.bsky.social. Afro hair is beautiful, powerful and deserves to be celebrated but too often discrimination persists. ✊🏾🌍

40% of women with ovarian cancer in England are only diagnosed in A&E. That’s not good enough. Know the signs and trust your body because early action saves lives. #WereNotOverreacting #GCAM2025

🚨 Another gambling licence granted in my constituency. I objected. The Council objected. Local people objected. But the 'Aim to Permit' policy means we can’t stop it. I'm campaigning to give residents the power to say NO. Help me make a difference. www.kilburntimes.co.uk/news/2546731...

We must unite against those who seek to divide us.

Statement from the Hillsborough Law Now campaugn regarding the news that the Hillsborough Law will be introduced to Parliament on Tuesday 16 September.

The #ChipChallenge is back! 🍟 This time I took a trip to Brockley's Rock on a tip-off from Cllr Walsh. It’s been a while since the last one! Keep your recommendations coming and I’ll be on the lookout for the best chips in London! 👇

As Chair, here is our cross-party joint statement from the Parliamentary Black Caucus, regarding the rising threat of racism and violence from the far-right.👇🏾

Free speech is not hate speech. We cannot allow hate-mongers to define who we are as a nation. Now more than ever, we must stand united against intimidation, violence, division, and fear.

During my summer campaign I met a gambling addict who said he wished betting shops didn’t exist. Londoners agree: our high streets need fewer gambling venues. It’s time to end aim to permit so communities can say NO. #GamblingReform My article 👇🏾 www.standard.co.uk/comment/bett...

🌟 It’s time for this month’s BackButler!🌟 Our antidote to ButlerBlocks, highlighting the kind, supportive messages I’ve received on social media. Your positivity keeps me going. We challenge hate with love.💖 Together we can make positive change happen.

When you try to erase something but you make it more powerful & poignant 😍 ✊🏿

In Hounslow with Councillor Shantanu Rajawat and Councillor Marina Sharma talking about the flood of betting shops on our high streets. Deprived areas are being targeted. It’s why we must scrap Aim to Permit. The tide is turning. Change is coming.

Today we remember those who lost their lives and everyone whose lives were forever changed by the heinous terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. We must honour the bravery of the emergency workers on that day, and strive for a peaceful future for all.

Approximately one life is lost every day due to gambling-related suicide in the UK. On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2025, we must confront this crisis. Gambling addiction is destroying lives, especially for young men. We need urgent gambling reform and must end Aim to Permit now.

Big news for Brent! TfL is consulting on the proposed Superloop SL13 route between Ealing Broadway and Hendon, via Brent Cross, Stonebridge and Neasden. Have your say on improving local transport links by 22 Oct 👇🏾 haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/sl13-superloop

Lots of people have asked me about the Deputy Leadership. My answer is simple, my focus is London. This is the city I care deeply about. It's where my energy is, and it would be an honour to give back to the place I love if the opportunity arises.

Had a fantastic time at Black On The Square last weekend celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community in London. Huge thanks to everyone who made it such a special day and to @london.gov.uk for supporting events like this that showcase the best of our city.

Our emergency service workers represent the very best of us. Every day, they make extraordinary sacrifices, putting themselves in harm’s way to protect our communities, and save lives. On #999Day, we honour their incredible courage and dedication.

I'm proud to be a founding member of @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social

I’m flattered by the messages about the Deputy Leadership, but my focus is on London. Representing my constituents in Brent East and as Chair of the London PLP. My priority is helping to keep London Labour and ensuring we are the best city in the world.

The next Deputy Leader of the Labour Party should be a woman. But above all, this decision must be led by our members and shaped by the whole country. Labour must reflect everyone’s voices and stay connected to the people who make our movement strong.

My statement on the Deputy Leadership Race.

I've recently been engaged with some important work on the far right and what many people see as the social decline of the UK - the tide of hatred against vulnerable minoritised groups that has arisen in the wake of economic decline. it's not inevitable, and we can do something about it.

Soo yesterday I did the candy dance. Nothing new there to anyone who knows me 🤣 But... with cameo singing live in the background.... INCREDIBLE!!! Can you see chizzy akudolu and Judith Jaqob 😇

Angela Rayner has helped deliver the biggest uplift in workers' rights in a generation.

London’s got so much to celebrate this weekend! Here are 5 FREE events happening across the city. From festivals and food to music, art, and culture. There’s something for everyone, and it’s all right on our doorstep.

Today at Prime Ministers’s Questions I welcomed the Government’s plans to give councils stronger powers over gambling outlets but we must go further. The outdated ‘aim to permit’ rules must end. Gambling Tax must go up. Give communities & high streets an opportunity to thrive.

Today at Prime Ministers’s Questions I welcomed the Government’s plans to give councils stronger powers over gambling outlets but we must go further. The outdated ‘aim to permit’ rules must end. Gambling Tax must go up. Give communities & high streets an opportunity to thrive.

⚠️Content Warning ⚠️ A woman is born with as many eggs as she will have in her lifetime…

Israel’s escalation in Gaza City, where famine has been officially declared, shows they are not listening. If raising concerns is not enough, the UK must ask: Are we fulfilling our obligations under international law?

This is what you're supposed to do.

🚨FAO: Working parents in Brent! 🚨 From today, the Labour government is providing 30 hours of government-funded childcare, saving local families £7,500 and giving children growing up in Brent the best start in life. Find out more: beststartinlife.gov.uk

Very gently, unlike when I was at school... complete this sentence..... PINCH PUNCH.....

🚨 Another horrific Block of the Month! Racism, abuse, misogyny and more, all sent to me across social media. We’re not letting this slide. I'll keep exposing these vile people! #ButlerBlocks

Such an uplifting day with the incredible women at Black Women Rising 💜 Huge thanks to founder Leanne Pero and fellow patron Candice Brathwaite. The charity does amazing work supporting women living with and beyond cancer. Grateful to be part of it.

Saying a big thank you to the stop and search monitoring team at the carnival. Unsung heroes! Working alongside the police to ensure safe and respectful stop and searches.