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Kim Johnson MP

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Labour Member of Parliament for Liverpool Riverside🌹

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Shelter @sheltercharity.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
When we build social homes, we’re building so much more. These homes are where great stories can begin – stories that can change our history, our culture and our everyday lives. It's time to get councils building social homes again > shelter.org.uk/build www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqpJ...
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Build social homes. Build lives | Shelter
YouTube video by Shelter
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Great to get stuck in with Onward Homes and help paint the new mural on Chirkdale Street in Kirkdale 🎨 Inspired by community feedback, the wildflower stained-glass design looks absolutely stunning. What a brilliant example of community collaboration in action!🌼✨
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
The historic Renter’s Rights Act comes into force today! 🏡 Labour is protecting and strengthening rights for millions of renters ✅ Ends Section 21 evictions ✅ Limits rent rises to once a year ✅ Bans bidding wars ✅ Stops discrimination against families, benefit claimants & pet owners
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Great to meet with 3rd year Applied Theatre & Community Drama students from @lipaliverpool.bsky.social in Parliament this week. We spoke about the importance of the arts & how they have shaped my journey, right back to my days at Culture Liverpool. Best of luck with your dissertations! 👏
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
"You cannot renew the Labour Party by removing one fixer while protecting the culture that enabled him." Read my latest piece for @left-foot-forward.bsky.social here 👇 leftfootforward.org/2026/04/kim-...
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Kim Johnson MP: ‘You cannot renew the Labour Party by removing one fixer while protecting the culture that enabled him’
This is not the party I came into politics to represent. Our movement is rooted in trade unionism, solidarity, democracy and social justice. But these values have been increasingly sidelined
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Lovely visit to The Bronte Youth & Community Centre to celebrate their funding from the Morrisons Foundation 💛 Brilliant to see how much the new facilities in Brownlow will benefit local young people. And of course, I had to show the children a thing or two at table tennis!🏓
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Violence against transport workers is rising. No more silence. Today is #InternationalWorkersMemorialDay and it must be a turning point. It’s time for #ActionAgainstAssaults. @rmtunion.bsky.social rmtunion.org/4tGxipx
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Today is #InternationalWorkersMemorialDay where we remember those who have lost their lives to occupational illness or fatal injury and continue the fight for safe and healthy work. Unions make work safe. Remember the dead, fight for the living. #IWMD2026
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Check out the full schedule of L8 community engagement events here 👇 www.liverpoolexpress.co.uk/l8/#events
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L8 Community
L8 Community — a Liverpool 8 initiative dedicated to improving our neighbourhood through engagement, transparency, and collaboration. Get involved today.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
"How can the Ministry of Justice possibly justify sitting on such blatant, life-threatening failings? After Grenfell, we should need no reminder of what happens when fire safety is treated as optional." www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crim...
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‘National scandal’ as ministers U-turn on lifesaving plans for overcrowded prisons
Eleven prisoners have died while ministers drag their heels over legally required fire safety measures in overcrowded British prisons, where there are an average of eight fires a day, Amy-Clare Martin...
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Croydon East isn’t isolated. We know other selection stitch-ups were dodgy too – overseen by McSweeney, Mandelson & co. Clear attempts to rig party selections show why we need an independent investigation into Labour Together. www.standard.co.uk/news/politic...
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Senior Labour figures charged after criminal investigation into alleged vote rigging
Exclusive: Four people charged after criminal investigation into irregularities surrounding Labour candidate selection process for Croydon East
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
“Palantir’s ‘manifesto’ sounds like the ramblings of a supervillain.” Palantir should be nowhere near our public services. It's time to kick Palantir out of our NHS. www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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Palantir manifesto described as ‘ramblings of a supervillain’ amid UK contract fears
Alarm caused by posts of Alex Karp, tech firm’s CEO, championing US military dominance and of AI weapons
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Today, we remember the 97 supporters who tragically lost their lives at Hillsborough, 37 years ago. They will never be forgotten ❤️ As we continue to pursue truth and justice, we need the full #HillsboroughLawNow. No more delays. No more excuses. #YNWA #JFT97
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
"Every major step forward in this country has depended on people being able to gather, march and speak." Today, MPs must vote against Lords Amendment 312 and reject this vast expansion of anti-protest powers. tribunemag.co.uk/2026/04/prot...
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Protest Is Not a Privilege
Next week, MPs will vote on a bill to give police unprecedented powers to ban recurring protests, turning a fundamental freedom into a privilege granted by the state. It must be opposed.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
“Next week, MPs will vote on a bill to give police unprecedented powers to ban recurring protests, turning a fundamental freedom into a privilege granted by the state. It must be opposed.” Read my latest piece for @tribunemagazine.bsky.social here: tribunemag.co.uk/2026/04/prot...
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Protest Is Not a Privilege
Next week, MPs will vote on a bill to give police unprecedented powers to ban recurring protests, turning a fundamental freedom into a privilege granted by the state. It must be opposed.
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Stop School Cuts @schoolcuts.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Last week, Liverpool headteachers met with @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social to discuss the urgent realities they face. Kim is listening to these local heroes so she can take their voices straight to Parliament. It’s time the Government gives schools the funding they need to not just survive — but thrive.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
The graphic images of Boyan’s injuries are truly shocking. Racism in all its forms is completely unacceptable. Far-right racist violence has no place in our country – we want it off our streets. Violence & hate will never be tolerated in our communities. www.itv.com/news/granada...
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
I've joined members from across Labour to call for a reset to protect our party's values and future. For our party to recover, we must restore democracy, return to our founding principles and reject the current top-down approach. Read our statement: resetlabour.co.uk
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Great to meet with headteachers from across Merseyside to talk about the reality of school budgets. Staffing pressures, rising pastoral needs, SEND costs are just some of the issues hitting classrooms hard. Our schools cannot keep absorbing these pressures alone. #StopSchoolCuts
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Tomorrow, UKIP are set to march in Liverpool. There is no place in our city for their scapegoating. Love is greater than hate. Unity is stronger than division and racism. Hope is more powerful than fear. We are Liverpool – a city of hope, not hate. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Liverpool City Council leader Liam Robinson condemns UKIP march
Church leaders distance themselves from the march, saying it does not represent the area's Christians.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Happy St Patrick’s Day ☘️ Wishing everyone celebrating a day full of pride and friendship! I’d like to pay tribute to the pivotal contributions Irish people have made to Liverpool and all around the world. Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh 💚
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Left Foot Forward @left-foot-forward.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
MPs including @rebeccalongbailey.com, @johnmcdonnellmp.bsky.social, @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social, @sianberry.bsky.social, @lsrplaid.bsky.social and @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social have called for the UK government to support a new UN Convention on the protection of journalists.
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Cross-party group of MPs back new UN Convention on protection of journalists
The EDM is in response to the 'apparent impunity enjoyed by state forces'
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
The Hand of Friendship bath bomb is now available in all UK Lush stores. Support the Migrants' Rights Network and support a movement that stands together, not divided. www.lush.com/uk/en/p/hand... #LUSHxMRN
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
What will it take for this government to respond to the ICJ advisory opinion on genocide? www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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UK complicit in desecration of international law in Gaza, says Corbyn-led tribunal
Unofficial body co-chaired by ex-Labour leader says Britain failed to meet its duty to seek to prevent a genocide
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
The student loans crisis is a national scandal. Graduates are being trapped by what are essentially loan-shark terms, fuelling injustice and deepening generational inequality. This system isn’t just broken - it’s built to burden young people. www.theguardian.com/money/2026/m...
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MPs launch student loans inquiry amid ‘perfect storm’ for young people in UK
Influential Treasury committee chair Meg Hillier says review follows growing concern over graduate debt
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
"Reputational risk" features 4 separate times *IN BOLD* in the due diligence checklist of today's first set of released Mandelson files. It’s impossible that Starmer didn’t see these warnings - he must apologise for initially proclaiming ignorance. www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
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Due diligence report warned of ‘general reputational risk’ in Mandelson appointment - UK politics live
Document relating to Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador in 2024 warned over his links to Epstein
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Tonight, I voted to defend our jury system. Jury trials are a fundamental right and undermining them threatens the foundations of our democracy. #JusticeNeedsJuries
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Pleasure to speak at last night's Arise: A Festival of Left Ideas online meeting - Women for Palestine! To celebrate #IWD26, this event brought together powerful voices from across the labour movement. You can listen to my contribution from 2:56-10:18 👇 www.youtube.com/live/xbNPyWG...
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Women for Palestine!
YouTube video by Arise - a Festival of Left Ideas
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
The Government admits there’s a risk of increased racial bias – yet plans to review the impact on ethnic minorities after the reforms take effect. Reckless. Irresponsible. Dangerous. Justice needs juries. labourlist.org/2026/03/lamm...
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'Lammy’s jury trial cuts risk worsening racial bias in justice system' - LabourList
Everyone deserves a fair trial, free from discrimination. Juries remain one of the most important mechanisms we have to protect that right.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Great to speak at the @rmtunion.bsky.social Women’s Conference in Liverpool. The #ActionAgainstAssaults campaign is vital - no worker should be treated as second-class and no woman should choose between safety and livelihood. Proud that women’s rights are at the heart of our agenda.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Black people have long been some of Labour's most loyal voters - but that loyalty is being undermined by decisions that deepen inequality. Racial injustice isn't abstract; it's happening right now. Labour has a responsibility to fix it, not fuel it. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Labour in ‘deep trouble’ with Black voters, Operation Black Vote chair warns
David Weaver says proposed jury reforms and slow progress on equality risk eroding support in marginal seats
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
I’ve signed @ianbyrnemp.bsky.social's EDM on ticket pricing in football. We are sending a clear message to Premier League clubs – football without fans is nothing. Stop raising ticket prices. Stop pricing supporters out of the game. #StopExploitingLoyalty edm.parliament.uk/early-day-mo...
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Nominations are now open for the BBC Merseyside Make a Difference Awards 2026 🏆✨ If you know someone who deserves a thank you or recognition, why not nominate them! For a full list of categories - and details of how to nominate someone - visit: www.bbc.co.uk/makeadiffere...
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Make A Difference Awards
The Make a Difference Awards are your chance to say thank you and recognise those who improve lives where we live.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Some excellent news - huge congratulations to Rayvenn Shaleigha D’Clark who has been chosen to lead the artistic design of new iron panels for the International Slavery Museum’s entrance pavilion ✨ theguideliverpool.com/internationa...
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International Slavery Museum announces winning artist for commission
Rayvenn Shaleigha D’Clark has been chosen to lead the artistic design of iron panels for the entrance of the International Slavery Museum.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Join the Together Alliance for our second Campaign Day this Saturday 28 February as we send out a message of Love, Hope and Unity ❤️ ⏰ 12-2pm 📍 Church St, Liverpool City Centre (by Primark) Love Liverpool. Hate Racism. #TogetherAlliance www.togetheralliance.org.uk
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
14 years of cuts. Stations gone. 12,000 firefighter jobs lost. Services stretched to breaking point. Enough is enough. @fbunational.bsky.social’s Cuts Kill campaign is our fight to reverse the damage and secure the reinvestment needed to build a fire service worthy of the future 🚒🔥
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
The conversation about housing is all wrong - it’s time to flip the narrative. The housing emergency is driven by decades of underinvestment in affordable social homes, not by people seeking safety. It’s time to build more homes & stop scapegoating migrants. You can help change the conversation.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
The BBC deserves every bit of criticism here – it should never have been broadcast. How is it that ‘Free Palestine’ can be censored, but the n-word was allowed to initially be aired? It doesn’t add up. Serious questions need answering. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Labour's Dawn Butler asks BBC for urgent explanation over N-word Bafta broadcast
MP asks why racial slur was not removed from the Bafta Film Awards show when it was on a two-hour delay.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Today is Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent and 40 days of preparation for Easter. Wishing everyone observing this season blessings, peace and a meaningful time of reflection with loved ones and your faith.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Representation, not red tape ❌ Today, thanks to the Employment Rights Act, most of the Tories' 2016 Trade Union Act is repealed, removing restrictions designed to tie unions up in knots. Our unions can now focus on what they do best - organising to win better pay & conditions!
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Ramadan Mubarak to all celebrating across Liverpool and beyond. May this blessed time bring peace, happiness and prosperity to you, your family and friends 🌙✨
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Happy #LunarNewYear to those celebrating in Liverpool and around the world! May the Year of the Horse bring you strength & great success 🐎 Always proud that Liverpool is home to Europe’s oldest Chinese community. #YearOfTheFireHorse
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
"It has been ten years since the Supreme Court admitted that the law on joint enterprise had ‘taken a wrong turn." As we mark ten years since the Jogee ruling, I’ve written in @justicegap.bsky.social about why justice cannot wait another ten years 👇 www.thejusticegap.com/kim-johnson-...
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The Cabinet Office is “assembling the facts” about the actions of its own Minister - how on earth is that independent? This is unacceptable. We need a fully independent investigation, not a process they run and control themselves. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Keir Starmer orders investigation into Labour Together claims
The think tank paid a company at least £30,000 to investigate the origins of a story about undeclared donations.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
The decision to proscribe PA under terrorism law has been ruled unlawful by the High Court today. I was proud to vote against the proscription of PA. Our right to protest is under sustained attack & it must be protected. The government must not appeal. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c8...
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Palestine Action ban ruled unlawful but group remains proscribed for now
Three judges rule against the Home Office in a massive blow to the government, but say the ban must remain until a further hearing.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
I was honoured to open @rmtunion.bsky.social's Health and Safety Conference in Liverpool this morning. Violence is not – and should never be – "part of the job." I am committed to ending the outsourcing racket that’s undermining safety, equality and the future of our railways.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Had an inspiring afternoon with the African Caribbean Society at @liverpooluni.bsky.social for their Breaking Barriers event last week ✨   It was a privilege to share my journey into Parliament & to discuss the challenges, the breakthroughs & importance of Black voices across these spaces.
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
“Enjoying mafia movies doesn’t make me a killer. So be wary of the state using rap music to prove murder” Shami Chakrabarti is absolutely right - creative expression must be protected from misuse in our justice system. Read her excellent article 👇🏽 www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Enjoying mafia movies doesn’t make me a killer. So be wary of the state using rap music to prove murder | Shami Chakrabarti
UK prosecutors are recklessly deploying art against young men in court. That’s why I’m taking parliamentary action to curb it, says lawyer and Labour peer Shami Chakrabarti
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
It’s #HeartUnions Week 2026! Being in a union gave me a voice at work – now I use mine in Parliament to fight for workers' rights. I’m proud to have voted for the Employment Rights Act, the biggest upgrade in employment rights in a generation ❤️🌹 #JoinAUnion
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Kim Johnson MP @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Lovely visit to M&S L1 last week to catch up with store manager Margaret & hear about how the amazing team is getting on. It was also a pleasure to meet Jean, who recently celebrated 40 years at M&S! Such a warm, welcoming team at M&S L1 - it really does feel like a family.
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