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Jake Richards MP

@jakerichardsmp.bsky.social
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Justice Minister. Dad.

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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Restorative justice reduces reoffending and can offer victims the answers they seek. That’s why I have appointed Jacob Dunne as an expert adviser on youth justice here at the MoJ 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
My constituent Simon lost his son, Sam, five years ago. Sam was just 16 when he lost his life in a local reservoir. Since then, Simon set up ‘Sam’s Army’s Mission’ and has been campaigning to increase awareness of the dangers associated with swimming in open waters.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Bumped into these legends in Makerfield. And the sun is coming out! ☀️ 🌹
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Getting out and about across the constituency today. 🌹 ✅ Have a wonderful weekend all.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
The World Cup starts tonight! But we will be a man down after the first game. Someone takes their own life in our country every 90 minutes. Three-quarters of these are men. I spoke with Luke the co-founder of @AndysManClub about male suicide, mental health and the help that is out there. 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Great to chat to GB News about the government’s work on Men and Boys. And a bit about why I’m passionate about amplifying this cause (and when I last cried!). We talked about GarethSouthgate's documentary on young men, which millions have been watching. And the issues facing young men today.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Criminal justice cooperation with our partner countries is a vital part of keeping our citizens safe and ensuring criminals face justice. Yesterday, I was pleased to sign a new agreement with Latvia to improve prisoner transfers. This follows upon a similar agreement struck with Italy last month.
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Sarah Owen MP @sarahowen.org.uk · 08/04/2026
“We call upon all sides to implement the ceasefire, including in Lebanon.” A key and important sentence in a welcome joint statement from our government, European countries, Canada and Japan.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Victims must be at the heart of our justice system. Working with @alexdaviesjones.bsky.social and @elliereeves.bsky.social we have delivered this important change to the sentencing scheme - which better ensures victim voices will be heard. @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/law/2026/apr...
theguardian.com
Victims and bereaved families to get more time to challenge ‘unduly lenient’ sentences
David Lammy says those affected by a heinous crime cannot be expected to engage with the justice system within the existing 28-day limit
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
13,000 children are sentenced in our courts each year. 33% of them go on to reoffend. The youth court was an important change. But now it’s time to look again at its approach and effectiveness from first principles. @lawsocietygazette.bsky.social www.lawgazette.co.uk/commentary-a...
lawgazette.co.uk
Youth justice: time for a national conversation
We should not be comfortable about the fact 13,000 children are sentenced each year.
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Theo Delaney @theodelaney.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
In a unique double the impressive @JakeRichardsMP is on Question Time and Life Goals in the same week! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/l... #COYS!
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Successful leaders do not use their platform to divide, but to bring people together to face our collective challenges. The current MP for Clacton doesn’t get this. That is why we will work tirelessly to make the positive case to defeat him. 🌹
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Starting the day in Birmingham, speaking to Youth Justice leaders at the annual @_YJB conference. @DavidLammy and I determined to modernise and transform our youth justice system to better prevent crime, reduce reoffending and turn around young lives. 🌹
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rmcl82.bsky.social @rmcl82.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Labour can very legitimately be criticised on many fronts, but pretty depressing to see the Guardian seemingly suggest that cracking down on dirty foreign money being laundered into UK politics through crypto - which is objectively in the national interest - is a political move just to spite Reform.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Rehabilitation must be at the heart of the youth justice system. This will turn around young lives and better protect our communities. Punishment that works. Important to learn from other systems as we develop our modernisation programme. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
independent.co.uk
Ministers look to emulate Spanish youth custody where inmates do art and play sport
Exclusive: Minister for youth justice Jake Richards says ‘we can’t afford to ignore what works’ after trip to Spain
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Nick Timothy is a disgrace. If Kemi Badenoch was remotely serious about standing up for British values, she would sack him today. 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Best day in the job so far - bringing Tony Hudgell and his parents to Downing Street to meet Keir Starmer to celebrate the creation of a child cruelty register. There is a lot more work to do. But because of the Hudgell’s courage, lives will be saved.
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Twlldun @twlldun.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
“I lost my job after harassing a complete stranger in the street because he’s Jewish”
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Ready for the Wickersley 10km. Great event raising money for Sheffield Children’s Hospital. 🏃‍♂️ 🏃
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Kim Leadbeater MBE MP @kimleadbeatermp.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
A Child Cruelty Register will help protect children from heinous physical abuse. Congratulations to the inspirational Tony Hudgell & Mum Paula & Helen Grant MP. Many thanks to @jessphillipsmp.bsky.social & @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social for listening & making it happen www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Tony Hudgell wins his campaign for new UK child cruelty register
Tony Hudgell, who lost both legs after his birth parents assaulted him, has fought to protect children.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
A Child Cruelty Register will help protect children from those that commit heinous physical abuse. Delighted to play a small role in delivering this with @jessphillipsmp.bsky.social. But the heroes are Tony Hudgell, and his mother Paula. They inspire all of us. 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Tony Hudgell wins his campaign for new UK child cruelty register
Tony Hudgell, who lost both legs after his birth parents assaulted him, has fought to protect children.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Alcohol misuse is a root cause of reoffending that blights our communities. So we are investing in alcohol tags and community measures that will help turnaround lives and cut crime. I went to the pub to watch @Fraser_Knight get drunk to test their effectiveness. 👇
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BBC Newsnight @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
“We were crushed by the horror” but “I’m a survivor” Gisèle Pelicot speaks to #Newsnight
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Yesterday, @DavidLammy and I launched the beginning of the biggest transformation in Youth Justice for a generation. Our youth services already do fantastic work, but to ensure we protect the public and reduce reoffending, we need the system to evolve.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Ratcliffe’s comments are offensive to those who come here to contribute to our economy and public services. We share the public’s concern about immigration; that’s why we have reduced numbers dramatically. But we must be united in this challenge, not seek to inflame and divide.
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 12/02/2026
Good response to Jim Ratcliffe's appalling comment on immigration. @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social: "Jim Ratcliffe has moved to Monaco to save £4 billion worth of tax in this country, one might question whether he is the patriot that we need to comment on this issue."
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Knife crime is down under Labour. But as we have tragically seen this week, there is much more work to do. Today, we’ve announced new measures to ensure early, rapid and rigorous intervention for children found with a knife. This will make our country safer and save lives. @lbc.co.uk
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
The Tories suggest our Prime Minister should not visit China. Wholly unserious. A sensible and pragmatic relationship with China is in our national interest. The Prime Minister’s visit was a welcome reset. 🇬🇧
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Conservatives = 500 prison places in 14 years. 😬 Labour = 3,000 in 18 months. 🌹 Unless I’m hallucinating, Labour is delivering prison places to keep our country safe. Fixing the mess the Tories created. 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Today’s Prison Capacity Statement reveals the truth. Without Labour’s prison building and sentencing reforms, our law and order system would be in crisis. Criminals left to roam the streets. Victims abandoned. Reform & the Tories are not credible in opposing our changes. 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Really enjoyed my debut on Any Questions - thank you for having me on.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
It was important to welcome Nick Timothy to his role replacing Robert Jenrick as Shadow Justice Secretary. I hope he learns the lessons of his predecessor and adopts a more thoughtful approach. 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
At the heart of our changes to the justice system is bolstering protections for victims. We are announcing plans to ensure all victims get free access to sentencing transcripts. An important win for brilliant victim groups campaigners @dailymirrornews.bsky.social www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
mirror.co.uk
Sex abuse victim told of 'empowering' message after horrific 4-week trial
Justice Minister Jake Richards writes for The Mirror after it was announced victims will be able to access crown court sentencing remarks for free - and he tells Sarah's story
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Opening of the Herbert Chapman plaque in Kiveton Park - what an honour! Even as a Spurs fan, remembering this Arsenal and Kivo legend with some of his family members was just brilliant. Remembering the past, but also investing in football across South Yorkshire. ⚽️
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Opening of the Herbert Chapman plaque in Kiveton Park - what an honour! Even as a Spurs fan, remembering this Arsenal and Kivo legend with some of his family members was just brilliant. Remembering the past, but also investing in football across South Yorkshire. ⚽️
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Great to start the day speaking with Emily and Amelia, who are in the final of a local talent competition! They are brilliant, and took me through their plans for preparing for the big final in February! Good luck - you’ll be fantastic.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
The news today? Reform = backwater for Tories who failed over 14 years. 🥸 Tories = weak and divided by more psychodrama. 🤪 Labour government = waiting lists in our NHS drastically reduced and economic growth up. 🌹 @SkyNews 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
I was asked if I had any advice for Robert Jenrick. He was a Health Minister when NHS waiting lists rocketed. He was an Immigration Minister as illegal migration soared. Hang up your political boots and try something new, Rob. @gbnewsonline.bsky.social
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Thank you to Shirley - who has been campaigning for road safety measures in her community for 30 years. She told me she’d never felt heard or properly listened to. I brought her petition to Downing Street, and am now speaking to the Council leader tonight about her concerns.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
One of my New Year resolutions is to improve literacy provision in our prisons. This is vital to reducing reoffending and improving rehabilitation. So excited to work with @LeeChildReacher on this important issue. Watch our chat about the work👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
A question the Tories are avoiding: Should Abramovich’s money from the Chelsea sale go to Ukraine? Their silence would be shocking, if you didn’t know their Shadow Attorney General was also Roman Abramovich’s lawyer! My piece with @elliereeves www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/tory-f...
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'Tory Frontbencher Representing Roman Abramovich Must Drop Russian Oligarch – Or Resign'
Writing for HuffPost UK, ministers warn the Shadow Attorney General that his new case is a conflict of interests.
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Lucy Rigby MP @lucyrigby.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
Today the FTSE 100 hit a record high, breaking the 10,000 mark 📈 An upbeat start to 2026, following a strong 2025 💪 Read my column in @cityam.bsky.social on 🇬🇧 getting our spark back ⚡️ 👉 www.cityam.com/city-ministe...
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City minister: FTSE 100 record proves London's got its spark back
The FTSE's 10,000 point milestone is a sign of global confidence in London's capital markets, writes City minister Lucy Rigby.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
The defence of Lord Wolfson is pathetic, weak and wrong. Kemi Badenoch must clarify the matter urgently. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
mirror.co.uk
Tories branded 'pathetic' as minister rips apart party over Roman Abramovich row
The Tories have been branded 'pathetic' after attempting to defend one of their frontbenchers acting as a lawyer for Russian oligarch and former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Fury from Ukrainian campaigners at top Tory working for Roman Abramovich whilst serving in the Shadow Cabinet. Silence from senior Tory figures 48 hours into this news reaching the public. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
mirror.co.uk
Fury as top Tory gives Roman Abramovich legal support amid Ukraine ultimatum
Campaigners have voiced their fury after it emerged Tory shadow Attorney General is a member of Roman Abramovich's legal team - days after the Government issued the oligarch an ultimatum
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Good to see the @Telegraph look into the clear conflict of interest in the current Tory Shadow Attorney General also working for Roman Abramovich. www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/202...
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Tory shadow minister under fire for working for Abramovich
Lord Wolfson KC faces pressure over ‘indefensible’ work on Russian billionaire’s legal team
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
The Tories’ Shadow Attorney General, Lord Wolfson, is representing Roman Abramovich in a legal case that is delaying the transfer of £2.5bn of assets to benefit the people of Ukraine. I’ve written to Kemi Badenoch about the conflicts of interest this raises. 👇
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
We will do whatever it takes to control our borders and build a fairer immigration system. As the Minister responsible for international law and ECHR reform, this week I’ve spent time in Strasbourg with European partners to discuss migration challenges. @coe @ECHR_CEDH
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Despite making up less than 2% of the youth custodial population, girls account for over half of self-harm incidents – and are five times more likely to be victims of sexual assault. Today, I’ve set out plans to improve their care and outcomes. Details👇 www.gov.uk/government/n...
gov.uk
Government to transform care for girls in custody
Girls caught up in the youth justice system will receive better support to turn their lives around, thanks to major reforms set out by the Government today (11 November) as part of the Plan for Change...
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
14 years of Tory government left our prisons on the verge of collapse. Labour is taking action to clear up the mess. 👷The biggest prison building programme since the Victoria era. 📝 A Sentencing Bill which will reduce reoffending and crime. ✅ Punishment that works.
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Jake Richards MP @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Today the Deputy Prime Minister and I visited a Youth Offending Team and Youth Court to see firsthand the work they do and the challenges they face. I’m determined to build a better system to prevent reoffending, support vulnerable children and create safer communities.
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