London: polls are open across our city - and your vote matters.
The choice is clear: a Tory candidate who doesn’t share London’s values, or my plans for a fairer, safer & greener city for all Londoners.
If you love London - vote for it.
#VoteLabour
🌹
Are you the same guy who dropped his house building targets? Because I’m the guy who started building more council homes than the rest of England combined, exceeded your affordable homes targets & built more homes of any kind than since the 1930s. This is desperate nonsense.
Labour’s Sadiq Khan has failed to deliver the homes London needs, driving up prices and making it harder for families to get on the housing ladder.
So I’m stepping in to boost house building and make home ownership a reality again for Londoners.
The scenes from Clapham Common are unacceptable. The police have a responsibility to enforce Covid laws but from images I've seen it's clear the response was at times neither appropriate nor proportionate. I'm contact with the Commissioner & urgently seeking an explanation.
Let’s be honest: Brexit isn’t working.
British exporters are struggling, our living standards are falling and the UK is now the only G7 country with a smaller economy than before the pandemic.
Unless we face up to the harm Brexit is causing we can't start to address it.
UPDATE: The statue of slave trader Robert Milligan has now been removed from West India Quay.
It’s a sad truth that much of our wealth was derived from the slave trade - but this does not have to be celebrated in our public spaces.
#BlackLivesMatter
London is one of the most creative, diverse and international cities in the world. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, if you make this city your home, then you are a Londoner.
#LondonIsOpen
If he comes to London, President Trump will experience an open and diverse city that has always chosen unity over division and hope over fear. He will also no doubt see that Londoners hold their liberal values of freedom of speech very dear.
'Northern Ireland is in the unbelievably special position - unique position in the entire world - in having privileged access not just to the UK market… but also the EU single market'
'Nobody else has that. No one. Only you guys, only here’
Rishi Sunak hails his Brexit deal
Thank you London. It’s the absolute honour of my life to serve the city I love for another three years.
I’ll leave no stone unturned to get our city back on its feet.
A brighter future is possible, and we’ll deliver it together.
Congratulations
@JoeBiden
and
@KamalaHarris
on your well-deserved win.
London looks forward to working with you — it's time to get back to building bridges, not walls. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
NEW: City Hall will be funding free school meals for every primary school pupil in London.
No child should go hungry in our city.
The Government have refused to act, so I’m stepping up.
As Jeremy Clarkson should well know - words have consequences. The words in his piece are no joke - they’re dangerous and inexcusable. We are in an epidemic of violence against women and girls and men with powerful voices must do better than this.
The scenes of disorder we witnessed by the far-right at the Cenotaph are a direct result of the Home Secretary’s words. The police's job has been made much harder.
The Met have my full support to take action against anyone found spreading hate and breaking the law.
To the one million EU citizens who have made our city your home: you are Londoners, you make a huge contribution and you are welcome here.
I'm proud that we welcomed in 2019 with a message of support to you.
#LondonIsOpen
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#HappyNewYear2019
President Trump has used Twitter to promote a vile, extremist group that exists solely to sow division and hatred in our country. It's increasingly clear that any official visit from President Trump to Britain would not be welcomed.
NEW: Misogyny will now be recorded as a hate crime - a HUGE victory for everyone involved in this cross-party campaign. It’s time for every Londoner to call out sexist & misogynistic attitudes wherever they are found – in the workplace, school, on the streets or public transport.
Not going to lie: I'm heartbroken. We've left the EU, but London remains a beacon for progressive ideas, liberal values, decency & diversity. To our EU friends & neighbours that contribute so much: you are welcome & that will never change.
#LondonIsOpen
🇪🇺
Tonight's spectacular
#LondonNYE
fireworks showed that whatever the outcome of Brexit -
#LondonIsOpen
- to business, to talent, to ideas, to creativity - and why London really is the greatest city in the world.
To everyone in London and across the globe:
#HappyNewYear
The PM has lied to the House of Commons.
Before Covid I was fixing his mess at TfL- reducing the deficit by 71% since 2016.
Covid-19 is the sole cause of TfL’s challenges. The PM wants to increase fares, the C-Charge & taxes - & end free travel for children and older Londoners.
Many Londoners have made it clear that Donald Trump is not welcome here while he is pursuing such a divisive agenda. It seems he’s finally got that message.
Rishi Sunak just said in Parliament that calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza is "not in anyone's interest".
Try telling that to the families of the 29,000 Palestinians who have been killed so far and the millions suffering.
I continue to call for an immediate ceasefire.
Democracies can only function when we use words, not weapons. No political leader should ever face violence or intimidation.
My prayers are with Imran Khan and the people of Pakistan at this moment.
Millions of Londoners will have been disgusted by the shameful scenes of violence, desecration and racism displayed by the right-wing extremists who gathered in our city today.
In the face of attacks and abuse, our police did a fantastic job to control the situation. Thank you.
👑 Her Majesty.
🐻 Paddington Bear.
🥪 Marmalade sandwiches.
🎸 Playing we will rock you with spoons.
Being British is brilliant. 🇬🇧
#PlatinumPartyAtThePalace
Today marks three years since we left the EU & we must face up the inescapable truth: Brexit isn’t working.
It’s had a damaging impact on our capital and country at a time when we can least afford it.
We need to move away from the extreme, hard Brexit the Tories have imposed.
To everyone in London and across the world marking the end of
#Ramadan
-- Eid Mubarak!
London's diversity is our strength - and the highlight of
#Ramadan
for me has been the chance to break my fast with Londoners of all faiths and backgrounds across our city.
#EidMubarak
#Eid
It’s time to confront a hard truth: Brexit isn’t working.
It’s had a detrimental effect in our capital and across our country.
We need a shift from the extreme, hard Brexit the Tories have imposed.
London shines bright tonight in solidarity with our friends in Ukraine.
We stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukrainians here in London and all over the world. You are not alone.
#StandWithUkraine
🇺🇦
As a Liverpool fan, it wasn’t easy being complimentary about a Man Utd star.. but on this issue I couldn't agree more. Every child should have the right to healthy, affordable and sustainable food, no matter their circumstances.
#EndChildFoodPoverty
Here in London, you are free to be whoever you want to be, and love whoever you want to love.
Incredible atmosphere here at
#PrideInLondon
- with over one million expected to come together and show solidarity with London's LGBT+ community today.
#PrideMatters
#Pride
If you believe that it's wrong that there is gender inequality, that women earn less than men, that women are still discriminated against in 2019, then you're a feminist.
It's so important that people in positions of power, men & women, speak out & champion gender equality.
My mask protects you, your mask protects me.
The wearing of face coverings on public transport helps reduce the spread of Covid, and crucially gives Londoners confidence to travel - which is vital to our economic recovery.
History teaches us of the danger of being afraid to speak truth to power.
Across the world, the far right is on the rise. Against this backdrop, London stands out as a beacon of hope. And that’s worth defending.
No matter how you voted, I’m sure you’ll agree -
#Brexit
is a complete and utter mess.
Enough is enough. I’ll be marching tomorrow - with people from every corner of our country, to demand that the British people get the final say.
#PeoplesVote
🇪🇺
#PutItToThePeople
🇪🇺
Ukrainian civilians looking for refuge should not be filling out complicated visa applications when they are fleeing a war zone.
London has a long history of giving asylum to those in need. The Government must urgently provide safe routes for sanctuary. 🇺🇦
Is there racism in football? Is there racism in our society?
Do we need to call it out and stand with those who do?
Definitely, 100%.
#ShowRacismTheRedCard
Hours after the PM sends Boris Johnson's mates to the Lords - he resigns after a serious breach of Parliamentary rules. This Government is beyond a joke.
The Govt is failing in its Brexit negotiations. We now face the real risk of a bad deal, or no deal. Both would cause huge damage to London & the UK.
With no general election & time running out, I’m backing a public vote with the option to stay in the EU.
Emma Radacanu's story is London's story. Born in Canada to Chinese and Romanian parents, she moved to London at two-years-old.
Here in London, we embrace and celebrate our diversity. And if you work hard, and get a helping hand, you can achieve anything.
#USOpen
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NEW: The statue of slave trader Robert Milligan is being removed from West India Quay.
Whilst it’s a sad truth that much of our city and nation’s wealth was derived from the slave trade - this does not have to be celebrated in our public spaces.
Thousands of innocent civilians have already been killed in Israel and Gaza.
With the humanitarian crisis set to deteriorate even further, I’m calling for a ceasefire.
The boy in this photo relied on free school meals.
Now I’m making sure every child in a London state primary school will have free meals at school every day from September.
She may have changed her party, but she hasn't changed her stripes. Ann Widdecombe is still peddling homophobic, bigoted, anti-LGBT and anti-science nonsense.
Huge ramifications for London if Theresa May has conceded that it's possible for part of the UK to remain within the single market & customs union after Brexit. Londoners overwhelmingly voted to remain in the EU and a similar deal here could protect tens of thousands of jobs.
This is frankly ridiculous. The virus doesn’t know if you’re in a take-away or a supermarket. The Government is risking the health of the public to cover the back of a Cabinet Minister.
Please wear a face covering in all shops and take aways.
After Michael Gove was pictured without a face covering in a Pret A Manger, Boris Johnson’s spokesman says masks will not be required when buying takeaway food.
A blessed end to 2022.
During this special time for so many families, I am grateful to have been able to visit the holy cities of Mecca and Medina to undertake the Umrah pilgrimage with my family.
Here's to a wonderful 2023.
Some of the media attack our judges as enemies of the people.
The Prime Minister attacks our MPs for standing up for ordinary people.
Well - we are the people - and when it comes to
#Brexit
we want a say over our future.
#PeoplesVote
🇪🇺
#PeoplesVoteMarch
🇪🇺
Rishi Sunak's statement on hatred in politics fails to mention anti-Muslim hatred at all.
His deputy today refused to condemn Lee Anderson’s racist and Islamophobic remarks.
These are just the two most recent examples of enabling anti-Muslim hatred in the Conservative party.
BREAKING: Face coverings will remain compulsory on
@TfL
.
The wearing of face coverings helps reduce the spread of Covid, and crucially gives Londoners confidence to travel - vital to our economic recovery.
My mask protects you, your mask protects me.
Sending a message across the globe: London's diversity will always be our strength. Our one million EU citizens are Londoners, they make a huge contribution, and no matter the outcome of Brexit - they will always be welcome.
Happy New Year, London. 🇪🇺
#LondonIsOpen
#LondonNYE
If Parliament rejects the Prime Minister's bad deal - the only sensible course of action is to withdraw Article 50 immediately.
People from every corner of our country continue to call for the British people get the final say - with the option to stay in the EU. 🇪🇺
My brothers and I relied on free school meals.
That’s why I’m so proud that City Hall will be funding free school meals for all primary school children in London - starting this week.
From rolling back women's reproductive rights to defending white supremacists and far-right nationalists - President Trump's behaviour flies in the face of ideals America was founded upon.
As the US's closest friends we have a duty to speak out.
#Ridge
'It is not the Government's job to feed children... It's going to be a huge waste of expenditure where it isn't needed.'
Ann Widdecombe reacts to Sadiq Khan implementing free school meals for all primary school pupils in London from September.
To
@England
: thank you. You have inspired and united our nation both on and off the pitch at every turn.
We could not be any prouder of what you have achieved.
We still believe.
#England
🏴 ❤
BREAKING: MPs from all sides have rejected this bad Brexit deal.
What happens next will define our future for decades to come.
The only sensible course of action now is to withdraw Article 50 and give British people the final say - with the option to stay in the EU.
#BrexitVote
Make no mistake: Tory "efficiencies" mean cuts.
Cuts to our NHS.
Cuts to our children's schools.
Cuts to our parents' and grandparents' social care.
All to pay for tax breaks for the richest.
Now that is a disgrace.
@Keir_Starmer
is right: Parliament must be recalled.
Trump is a dangerous, far-right politician who has a history of inciting violence.
He must not be allowed to use social media to preach hate and further fuel the politics of division.
Today I want to reiterate this important message:
London is a city that celebrates our diversity and values the rich contributions that people from all backgrounds make.
It makes us the greatest city in the world, and it makes me proud to be your Mayor.
LONDON: This is of crucial importance:
➡️ Do not leave your home unless you have a very good reason.
➡️ Do not go to work or use public transport, unless you do a critical job.
If you ignore this advice, people could die.
#COVID19
For the first time ever - the West End is being lit up by a beautiful display of lights to mark the holy month of Ramadan ☪️✨
It was an honour to switch them on officially - ahead of the start of
#Ramadan2023
#Ramadan
To the one million EU citizens who have made our city your home: you are Londoners, you make a huge contribution and you are welcome here. I'm proud that tonight we will welcome in the new year with a message of support to you.
#LondonNYE
#LondonIsOpen
The Tory government have developed selective amnesia when it comes to one of the root causes of our problems.
Their extreme Brexit deal can’t be airbrushed out of history.
Unless we face up to the harm it's causing we can't start to address it.
This is very dangerous. Please ignore him. The Government advice is to work from home if you can - scientists say doing so could save lives. Urging Londoners to disregard scientific and medical advice risks the lives of Londoners.
Love that as a Mayor of Islamic faith, I received my COVID vaccine at a local church, from Reverend Dr Sue Clarke, who came out of retirement to volunteer as a vaccinator.
This is London: our diversity is our strength.
From the beauty of India to the vibrancy of Pakistan - today I crossed the border on foot - becoming the first British politician to make this journey in recent history. 🇮🇳🇵🇰
And we're off! 🙌
Here in London, thousands of people from across our city and country have come together with
@peoplesvote_uk
to send a clear message:
Enough is enough - it's time to give the British public the final say on Brexit.
#PeoplesVote
🇪🇺
#PutItToThePeople
🇪🇺
Suella Braverman seems to be doing her best to outflank Enoch Powell.
It’s a poisonous attempt to drive a wedge between our communities and serve her own naked ambition.
Now, more than ever, we should be seeking to unite, not divide.
If you need reminding that our country is far better and more generous than this Government, have a look at
@MarcusRashford
’s twitter feed this morning.
#ENDCHILDFOODPOVERTY
Blown away by news of local businesses stepping up to fill the voucher scheme deficit during the October half term. Selflessness, kindness, togetherness, this is the England I know 🏴
Add
#ENDCHILDFOODPOVERTY
to your tweets so I can track them. I will share as many as I can ♥️
These comments make John Cleese sound like he’s in character as Basil Fawlty.
Londoners know that our diversity is our greatest strength. We are proudly the English capital, a European city and a global hub.
Make no mistake: the Tories’ introduction of voter ID is designed to rig the next election by stopping younger and historically marginalised people from voting. Do not let them.
Sign up for your free photo ID now and RT to spread the word ⬇️