Trump’s always been racist, his post depicting the Obamas as apes is disgusting racism! Sad also not new - I face this kind of abuse often. Want to do something? Join me 28 March in London for Together march against racism. ✊🏾

There’s a statue in Parliament that’s been deliberately left damaged for over a century. The reason why takes us back to one of the most important protests in British history. Let me show you one of Parliament’s hidden stories.

Come rain or shine we take our conversation with Woolwich voters seriously. I was impressed with Greenwich and Woolwich Labour’s brilliant councillors. This is what local politics should feel like 💪🏾❤️

Always happy to talk up Brent and the Chip Shop Challenge! Thanks for having me, @mattchorley.bsky.social

I am proud to have voted to abolish the Tories’ two-child benefit cap. It will lift 6,860 children out of poverty here in Brent East, giving families dignity and support they deserve. This is the fair choice and an essential investment in our country’s future under Labour.

Great cities are built on culture and community. And London is the best of the lot! Here are some brilliant free things to do in London this week. Have a watch and get out there.

This investment in our high streets is welcome news, delivered by the Labour Govt. I'm clear: we must go further to stop the proliferation of gambling venues. Let's scrap Aim to Permit and give councils & residents the powers they need to stop it. 👊🏾 www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

I’m backing the West London Orbital! 🚆 A practical, shovel-ready rail scheme to unlock economic growth in London & beyond and deliver better transport links. Championed by @mayoroflondon.bsky.social, my local Brent Council & more. What should we name it?👇🏾 open.substack.com/pub/dawnbutl...

The wait for cancer tests and results is terrifying. On #WorldCancerDay, I welcome the governments new cancer strategy focused on earlier diagnosis, faster treatment and screening closer to home Thanks to Cancer Research UK for the vital research that helps make this possible.

Huge thanks to @gareththomasmp.bsky.social sMP for inviting me to speak with Harrow Labour members last night. Our councillors, members and volunteers are the backbone of everything we achieve and I’m so grateful for the work you do on the ground. Together we can do this in May. 🌹✊

Great to be at the GMB CEC Parliamentary Reception with General Secretary Gary Smith, National President Barbara Plant and Wes Streeting, hearing directly from elected lay members about the priorities of workers across the UK. Trade unions matter!

As LGBT+ History Month begins, we celebrate LGBTQ+ people past and present. The 2026 theme, Science and Innovation, shines a light on the contributions LGBTQ+ people have made to STEM and healthcare. Looking forward to the events and conversations this month will bring. 🏳️‍🌈

NHS waiting times won’t fix themselves. That’s why we’re expanding evening and weekend appointments, bringing tests closer to home and helping GPs see more patients. There’s a lot to undo but step by step, we’re getting the NHS back on its feet.

I had a great time meeting members of Clapham & Brixton Hill CLP at the fundraiser dinner hosted by James Rolles and Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP! 🌹🎉 Good luck to our Ward Action Teams. Clapham Town: David Robson, Patrick O'Donnell, Linda Bray.

I was honoured to meet John Hajdu MBE and hear his story. Hidden as a child during the Holocaust, he lived because of the courage of others to stand up for what was right. Thank you John, for sharing your story and helping us keep the history alive. We must never forget.

#ButlerBlocks This year, we need you with us in the fight against the far-right. There are more of us than them. ✊🏾 See you on the #TOGETHER walk on 28th March ! P.S. to the racists, my Chip Shop Challenge isn’t going anywhere!

🎉 FREE things to do in London this week! From a Repair Café in Cricklewood 🧵🔧, to a fascinating day exploring cholera, clean water & public. London really does have something for everyone and it doesn’t have to cost a penny. ❤️

At the Brent Holocaust Memorial Day, I was deeply moved hearing from John Hajdu MBE and Antoinette Mutabazi. Their testimonies remind us why we must challenge hatred in all its forms, and ensure “never again” is a promise we actively keep. #HolocaustMemorialDay

AI “nudification” on X isn’t a tech failure, it's violence against women and girls. This is techno-capitalism putting profit before safety. We need a Bill that protects our Rights which ensures guardrails around humans. My Left Foot Forward article👇🏾 leftfootforward.org/2026/01/dawn...

I’m genuinely honoured to receive Young People’s MP of the Year from Patchwork Foundation. Patchwork do incredible work amplifying young voices too often unheard in our democracy. This award means so much because it comes from young people themselves.

I brought my parents into Parliament again – and surprised them by winning the New Labour MP of the Year Award by the Patchwork Foundation!

If you’re a leaseholder in Brent, this matters. Labour has strengthened your rights. From capping ground rent to giving you the right to move to commonhold, we’re ending unfair practices and giving leaseholders real control over their homes.

We remember. #HolocaustMemorialDay.

Consent education is essential. Teaching young people about consent keeps them safe and those who dismiss it are putting children at risk.

Tonight, light a candle to mark #HolocaustMemorialDay. Remembrance matters. It strengthens our commitment to stand up to hatred, antisemitism and racism in all its forms.

🍟 The Chip Shop Challenge is BACK!🍟 I’m on the hunt for London’s best chips. Drop your favourite spots below and I’ll try them all (eventually). And yes… I know people say I put too much vinegar on. Have I finally taken it too far this time? 👀

Keir is right to demand an immediate apology. Trump’s words are disgusting. My brother served in the Middle East. To denigrate his service, and that of every British soldier, especially those who were wounded or never made it home, is offensive. It’s an insult to our country.

Had such a lovely time meeting Peckham Labour and Southwark Labour members at fundraising dinner hosted by @miattafahnbulleh.bsky.social! 🌹 Peckham: Sabina Emmanuel, Cleo Soanes, Barrie Hargrove Nunhead & Queens Road: Gavin Edwards, Sandra Rhule Rye Lane: Jasmine Ali, David Parton, Esme Dobson

Phone theft in London is a serious problem. In my latest Policy In Focus video, I break down what the police are doing to tackle it, why this crime makes people feel unsafe in their own city and why phone companies must take more responsibility for the role they play.

Proud to support the #OneParliamentOneEmployer campaign with @GMB_union.

Calling for Muslim women to be stopped and searched simply for what they wear is discriminatory and dangerous. London is built on freedom, fairness and respect, not profiling people because of their faith or appearance. www.standard.co.uk/news/politic...

Proud to support Samaritans and their Brew Monday campaign. I’ve always admired the vital work they do, reminding us that a cuppa and a catch-up can help someone feel seen, heard and supported. Let’s keep checking in on each other. ☕💚

Lovely to see so many Labour friends and supporters together last night, including David Lammy, @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social and Steve Reed. UK Labour family working towards victories across London on 7 May. So much support for our councillors. Let’s keep going 💪🏾

Some people say I’m too serious. Others say I’m too much fun. Yesterday, we had fun and raised serious funds for London Labour to help our brilliant councillors win on 7 May across London.

Good luck to everyone standing in May 2026 — you’ve got this! 💪🌹 St Helen’s: Lucy Shaw, Billy Beckett Notting Dale: Claire Simmons, Portia Thaxter, Kasim Ali Dalgarno: Alex Porter, Abdullahi Nur

Honoured to attend the Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony with @london.gov.uk “Our painful memories are a bridge to the future. A bridge from despair to hope. The bridge between the generations must stand firm.” — Annick Leaver BEM We remember.

Honoured to attend a moving memorial for those who tragically lost their lives in the New Cross Fire with Vicky Foxcroft, Brenda Dacres and Jules Pipe. 45 years on, we are still seeking #Justice. Thank you also to Floella Benjamin for a wonderful speech.

Millions to gain day-one parental leave rights in April when Employment Rights Act comes into force:

First Boost of the Month for 2026 and it’s full of love and support. 💜 Kindness and solidarity are growing louder than hate. Every message of encouragement reminds me why this work matters. Thank you for standing with me in the fight against the far right. ✊🏾

London just topped the list of the world’s best cities and I'm not surprised! This week, there are loads of brilliant free events happening across the capital, from the NBA pop-up to Apple Yowling and Pongal celebrations. A great reminder of what makes London special.

Another defection to Reform? It's just a party full of old Cons.

Some gambling companies are grooming children into addiction. That’s why we must tackle harms online and on our high streets. The push to end Aim to Permit continues to gain momentum. We’re getting closer to delivering the safer streets young people deserve.

Better protections for workers and parents are coming through the Employment Rights Act. So why are some people unhappy about it?

Gambling reform is an essential part of my London Safer Streets campaign. We need a system that gives councils & communities the power to say no to new gambling venues. Scrapping Aim to Permit is vital to stop gambling harms. My article👇🏾 parliamentnews.co.uk/its-time-to-...

Government action on online gambling levy will help with gambling harms. Our high streets now need action. Scrapping Aim to Permit is the next step to put people before profit & deliver safer streets. I welcome the ministers commitments.

Happy Pongal to everyone celebrating in Brent and beyond. 🌾 Proud to celebrate my former staffer Uma Kumaran, Parliament’s only Tamil MP.

Policy in Focus is back. This week I’m focusing on my safer streets campaign to end Aim To Permit, which result in clustering of gambling shops on our high streets. Councils & local communities deserve a say. Some issues need more than a soundbite.

So proud to be the Founder of the Bernie Grant Leadership Programme. One graduate is now a Special Adviser in government! I look forward to more success stories. Photo is from our brilliant 2023/24 intake at Parliament. The future is strong. ✊🏾

Trump and Farage talk London down. Meanwhile, London’s approach to crime is working. The evidence is clear, our streets are getting safer.

NEW: Many people have been trying to talk London down, but the evidence tells a very different story.   Last year saw:   The lowest homicide rate since records began   The fewest homicides of those aged under 25 this century