David Lammy

In November I brought in tough measures to tackle releases in error and keep the public safe.  Today I am announcing up to £82 million in funding to drive down these errors - rolling out biometric...

Today we remember the 97 men, women and children who tragically lost their lives 37 years ago during the Hillsborough disaster. Thinking today of their families and loved ones, whose strength, di...

Great to catch up with my friend @JDVance today in DC following his talks in Pakistan. It is vital that the ceasefire continues and we get shipping flowing freely again through the Straits of Hor...

When someone’s lost a loved one to a crime, they should never worry about a ticking clock. That’s why we’re giving victims & families 6 months to ask for a sentence they believe is too lenien...

I recently visited HMP Liverpool and spent time with some of the men involved in the Samaritans’ Listener scheme, where they are trained to support others through some of their darkest moments. He...

He is risen! Easter has arrived and at this time we're reminded of a truth at the heart of faith, that hope endures, renewal is possible, and new life can emerge even from our most sombre moments....

These utterly appalling comments show a complete lack of humanity and total disdain for the 72 who lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower fire. They have no place in British politics. Good riddance.

Last week I joined my good friend @elliereeves for the launch of the Government Legal Profession’s Diversity & Inclusion Strategy. Our justice system must reflect the people it serves. Divers...

Huge congratulations all new King’s Counsel and Honorary King’s Counsel, sworn in this week. A well-deserved recognition of excellence in advocacy and service to the justice system. Well done to ...

I am horrified to wake up to a disgraceful antisemitic attack against Jewish ambulances on the streets of London. Anyone with information must report it to the police so that those responsible ca...

The UK and Canada share a close and enduring partnership, built on shared values and strong cooperation. Always great to see @AnitaAnandMP to discuss how we can strengthen our work together on def...

As Ramadan comes to an end, wishing Muslims everywhere a joyful and peaceful Eid al-Fitr. I hope your day is filled with happiness, reflection, and time with those who matter most. Eid Mubarak.

Some of my strongest memories are walking through the turnstiles at White Hart Lane with my dad. For many of us, Spurs isn’t just a club - it’s belonging, identity, family. To turn this around, w...

Inside the Manosphere by @louistheroux illustrates the need to support boys and young men in Britain with a more positive vision for their future. As Deputy PM and as a dad, I’m committed to maki...

This is how far the Conservative Party has fallen. Stoking anti-Muslim hate and dressing it up as ‘British values’. This does not represent the Britain I know or love - tolerant, diverse and proud...

Sikhs, Jews, Hindus and Christians are all invited to mark religious festivals on Trafalgar Square by @SadiqKhan. Stop fanning the flames of division.

Happy St Patrick’s Day! ☘️ Great to meet Tánaiste @SimonHarrisTD yesterday. The relationship between the UK and Ireland is deep, historic and forward-looking. We’re working together to strengthen ...

Yesterday in Cardiff I met with Wales’ Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies to discuss how we deepen cooperation between the UK and Welsh Governments. Working together is how we deliver growth,...

The choice is stark: do nothing and face a 200,000-case backlog by 2035, leaving victims waiting years for justice - or reform the system and restore the promise that justice should be swift and fa...

The progressive realist case to fix our broken courts. Read more here 👇🏿