John Gray

John's Labour blog: Workers Memorial Day 28 April 2026: 12 Noon (tbc) ... #RemembertheDeadFight4theliving johnslabourblog.org/2026/04/worker… @unisonclarion @UnisonHAB @unisonglr @unisontheunion @TUC_LESE #wmd2026

Mayor of Newham @4Hussain has unveiled his new cabinet aimed at delivering better services, more affordable homes and giving residents a stronger voice. orlo.uk/ZAub6

🚨A young Newham care leaver is encouraging residents to transform a child’s life by fostering 🚨 Imran Quayes, who’s a professional photographer and videographer from #ManorPark, spent around 15 years in foster care. This #FosterCareFortnight, he's sharing his story.

Soccer Aid for UNICEF ticket giveaway Win a pair of Soccer Aid for UNICEF tickets newhamvoices.co.uk/2026/05/12/soc… This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by X, Instagram, Facebook or Threads.

@CllrMarcFrancis @TH_Labour Hi Marc, While I declare a political affinity, as someone who has worked in your patch, off and on, for the past 30 odd years, I can say that you were an excellent, hard working, resident first Cllr. An example to all Cllrs regardless of their Party label.

Congrats to Mads, Ottlie and Jonathan on their election as Bow East's cllrs. It has been a privilege to represent this area. Thanks to my @TH_Labour colleagues, the council officers who have helped me and especially Bow residents for your support + kindness over the past 20 years

Find out more about plans to improve Romford Road 🚧 Join us on Monday 19 May, 1.30–5.30pm, to hear how the scheme will make Romford Road safer and more welcoming for pedestrians and cyclists — including a new crossing near Aston Mansfield Community Centre.

I was waiting for someone to update the pie chart after the May 7 elections. So here it is. ReformUK have a long way to go.

Meet your new Mayor: @4Hussain. Mayor Hussain will be officially stepping into power tomorrow, Tuesday 12 May. Make sure you're signed up to our weekly e-newsletter to hear all the latest news and events - and direct from our newly elected Mayor.  orlo.uk/E2SbS

Escaped the politics for a few hours and hit the #Chilterns with Gill. #Studham was stunning — blossom everywhere, Red Kites overhead, a blink‑and‑gone muntjac, and even distant zoo animals. Ended with a well‑earned pint. Days like this matter.johnslabourblog.org/2026/05/studha… #walks

Labour have halved the asylum backlog, yet the media never mention it. Why is that?

🚨 UNISON's Service Group Executive elections close this Wednesday 13 May at 5pm! Your SGEs decide on: ✅ Pay campaigns ✅ Our public service policies ✅ Industrial actions Vote online or by freepost unsn.uk/4tm3pdC

Labour remains the largest force in English local government, controlling roughly one-third of all councils.

My statement on the local elections. To my local Labour team, we will rebuild brick by brick, and I’m here with you every step of the way 🌹

Thank you to all residents of Waterloo & South Bank for your incredible support, trust and confidence. I am truly honoured to be re-elected as your councillor and grateful for every single vote, message and conversation throughout the campaign. I will continue working hard to represent our community, support local residents and businesses, and help make Waterloo & South Bank an even better place to live and work. ❤️ Thank you again for placing your trust in me. #Waterloo #SouthBank #Labour #Community #ThankYou

@ArmitageJW many thanks

Cheers. Spoke to your Mum last week!

"Oooh, I don't know what Keir stands for ?" DECENCY! "What's he doing?" #FixingBritain "Name just one thing he's done" Well, recently, he kept us out of the Iranian war! Left to Farage + Badenough, we would have joined "Anything else?" Lots...

John's Labour blog: ✊ 48 Hours of Madness: Election Day, The Count, and a Bittersweet Victory in West Ham... johnslabourblog.org/2026/05/48-hou… @4Hussain @newham_labour @LondonLabour @LabourParty @JamesAsser @stephenctimms @Uma_Kumaran @unmeshdesai

This seems to be the final tally of Council Seats. Labour still have stonking majority in the House of Commons (403 seats) and still have 1300 majority of Councillors. They lost way less than projected. Although every loss was felt and apologised for. Onwards and upwards 🌹

Labour's Forhad Hussain will formally take up his new role on Tuesday and will be asked to form an Executive Cabinet to lead on major decisions. The new Mayor takes over from Labour’s Rokhsana Fiaz who served two full terms. orlo.uk/0ZjRp