David Lammy

As the first Black Lord Chancellor, I’m determined to widen opportunity, break down barriers, and ensure talent, not background, determines success. A judiciary that reflects modern Britain is a stronger judiciary. theguardian.com/law/2026/may/2…

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An incredible experience to be out with Faron Paul and the Faz Amnesty team, hearing directly from young people and seeing community outreach in action. The message was clear: 📍 Prevention and early intervention matter most 💬 Trusted mentors and local organisations change lives 📣 That’s why as part of our reforms to youth justice, we’re investing in a three-year £15.4m annual investment in the Turnaround programme to help give young people support before they reach crisis point.

I spent yesterday with young people with lived experience, ministers, international organisations, and charities to drive forward global action on children’s care reform - an issue that matters deeply to me.

New stats show we now have over 1,600 more teachers in our colleges & sixth forms. With the 2,300 more we have in our secondaries & special schools, Labour is on our way to recruiting 6,500 more expert teachers. We're turning the Tory tide on teacher recruitment & retention 📈

Rights and responsibilities. Our new approach to youth justice ensures families are supported to turn around young lives. But there are expectations for parents too. That’s what our communities expect. I was asked about our new parenting orders on @GBNEWS today. 👇

The youth justice system has struggled to keep pace with the risks young people face today, and the consequences are far too high.    Our reforms will prevent children from becoming tomorrow's offenders. Giving young people a better future and keeping the British public safe.

Labour is overhauling the youth justice system to stop young people being drawn into crime, create safer streets and tackle knife crime. After decades of Tory cuts to youth services, our reforms mean earlier intervention and faster responses to break the cycle of reoffending.

We need Britain at the heart of a stronger Europe 🇬🇧🇪🇺 After attending the Europe Gulf Forum this weekend, it’s clear that now more than ever, strong partnerships like these are essential to tackling our shared challenges - from security & growth to climate and energy transition

The Unite the Kingdom march organisers are spreading hatred and division. They do not reflect the Britain I’m proud of. Peaceful protest is a fundamental right and one I will always protect. But if protest turns violent, we will act swiftly, with extra court capacity in place.

Important meeting in London today with my friend Sheikh @ABZayed. The UK and UAE are long-standing partners. From regional security to investment and growth, our cooperation matters and we remain committed to working together to deliver stability and opportunity.

This stinks. Farage likes to pretend he's a 'man of the people’ … but he and Reform are not on your side.

The King’s Speech set out Labour’s plan to deliver change faster and give security, fairness and opportunity to working people across Britain. It was an honour to take part in this historic tradition as Lord Chancellor.

Welcome @catkinson80 who has been appointed as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in @MoJGovUK.

"No one seems to have the names to stand up against Keir Starmer... let's get on with the business of running this country," Deputy PM David Lammy tells reporters in Downing Street Follow latest developments: bbc.in/4nHK6tP

Together, we will build a stronger and fairer Britain.

As these tough election results come in, we thank and pay tribute to our councillors who have served their communities brilliantly for many years. The last thing the British people need now is Labour turning inward and losing focus on them. Keir Starmer won a huge mandate less than two years ago. Now we must get on with delivering change faster for the British people.

Wishing Sir David Attenborough a very happy 100th birthday today. For generations, he's shown us the wonder of our natural world and the urgency of protecting it. A national treasure whose life work has inspired Britain and the rest of the world. Happy birthday, Sir David.

Grateful to have met so many wonderful people on the campaign trail, and a huge thank you to the volunteers, organisers and candidates for your tireless work throughout. Tomorrow, choose progress. Vote Labour🌹