Humbled to have been re-selected tonight as one of Labour’s candidates for Junction Ward alongside my good friends Sheila Chapman and Ben Gregg! A huge thanks to Labour members for putting their faith in us. The hard work continues to hold the seat next May 🌹

Very happy to be re-selected tonight along with the best ward colleagues a girl could have to represent Islington Labour 🌹 #OnYourSide at next year’s local elections and continue to deliver for residents of tollington ward.

Black History Month kicks off on Weds 1 October with a launch at the Town Hall. This year’s theme, ‘standing firm in power and pride’, celebrates the strength, resilience, and creativity of Black communities in Islington. Look forward to a packed programme of events.

A good news story from Labour.

Labour on your side.

Labour on the side of workers.

Our great new candidate for Highbury Alastair Harper gets under the skin of the Greens when he speaks up for social housing. instagram.com/reel/DO0-IA9CN…

For all you gardners out there.

Good to see our wonderful borough voted the Best Place to Live in London. Diversity is strength. secretldn.com/islington-best…

Islington North endorsed Lucy Powell for the Deputy Leadership, but the meeting was just short of being quorate. The final vote was Lucy Powell: 37 Bridget Phillipson: 36

Team Islington stopping for a break at Labour Party Conference in Liverpool - what a great local party we have

A brilliant conference speech that electrified the room.

Islington Labour Friends of Swimming in the Albert Dock, Liverpool, as part of the campaign to improve water conditions. It wasn't too cold I'm told, but we saw lots of jelly fish. 🏊‍♂️

Still struggling to comprehend what happened yesterday. I know many of my friends and neighbours are terrified. Standing in deep solidarity with the Jewish community and against those perpetrating hate. Devastating for this to happen in our country on this holy day.

A good grasp on Northern Ireland's politics is a prerequisite to be an effective Prime Minister.

Black History Month kicked off this week. Highlights include a Black enterprise expo at the Black Cultural Centre; Youth Enterprise Day for young people interested in business and The Exchange series of workshops, talks, and creative activities. islingtonlife.london/things-to-do/b…

This should be shouted about more

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I sent a very important letter this week to the Islington Tribune - thank you to them for printing it. If you are over 66 and struggling with the cost of living - then you can apply to Islington Council household support fund to get a one-off £200 payment. islington.gov.uk/benefits-and-s…