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  1. 3 hours ago

    Every life lost to violent crime is a tragedy. We won’t rest until we see real progress on this issue. Here’s our plan to tackle it.

    43 replies . 10 retweets 55 likes
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  2. 6 hours ago

    Moving service at Westminster Abbey today to celebrate the historic 70th anniversary of the Empire Windrush's arrival. The Windrush Generation shaped London's identity and contributes so much to our capital.

    16 replies . 52 retweets 140 likes
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  3. 10 hours ago

    70 years ago today, the Empire Windrush arrived on our shores with hundreds of people from the Caribbean, The first of a generation that helped to rebuild London and which still makes a massive contribution today. We have a duty to put right the mistreatment they’ve endured.

    66 replies . 166 retweets 432 likes
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  4. Jun 21

    1 million EU citizens live in London. Government must ensure any new registration system is quick & simple, with the right support and oversight. Other EU members must also reassure British citizens living abroad that their rights will be protected.

    107 replies . 97 retweets 274 likes
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  5. Jun 21

    The Homes for Londoners website has launched today to help all Londoners find a home of their own. So if you’re looking for a new, affordable home, sign up and start searching now

    30 replies . 34 retweets 58 likes
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  6. Jun 21

    A bigger Heathrow is not the right answer for London. Watch to hear my statement on Monday’s vote in Parliament ↓

    74 replies . 31 retweets 88 likes
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  7. Jun 21

    If Parliament votes for a third runway at Heathrow on Monday, I will join the legal action brought by local councils. I will fight for the sake of all Londoners affected by poor air quality and noise disruption. A second Gatwick runway is a better option.

    214 replies . 82 retweets 286 likes
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  8. Jun 21

    I'm answering questions from the London Assembly on the issues affecting all Londoners. Tune in to Mayor's Question Time live now:

    35 replies . 9 retweets 32 likes
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  9. Jun 21

    We’ve put together a team of 120 officers focused solely on violent crime, funded by City Hall.

    122 replies . 44 retweets 133 likes
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  10. Jun 20

    Toxic air is a national problem – it kills more than 40,000 people early in the UK each year. We held a historic summit on solving this national health crisis. Watch ↓

    102 replies . 72 retweets 169 likes
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  11. Jun 20

    Productive meeting with today. One of the most important things we discussed was the need for a cast-iron guarantee that EU citizens in London can stay with the same rights they currently have. They need certainty from Govt now.

    517 replies . 87 retweets 287 likes
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  12. Jun 20

    Toxic air is a national health crisis, contributing to over 40,000 premature deaths a year. Today, city leaders from across England and Wales held a historic summit to agree a bold plan on tackling poor air quality. Now it’s time for the Government to match our ambition.

    61 replies . 54 retweets 127 likes
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  13. Jun 20

    London will be the leading city in Europe for electric double-deckers from next year, with adding 68 green buses to its fleet. Proud that our capital is leading the way on clean transport.

    111 replies . 58 retweets 256 likes
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  14. Jun 20

    Young Londoners are our city’s future. We created the Young Londoners Fund to make sure it’s a bright one. Need money for a project that helps young people onto a positive path? Apply by 9 July:

    50 replies . 36 retweets 97 likes
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  15. Jun 19

    The incident at Southgate Tube station has now been confirmed as non suspicious. Thanks to , , staff and emergency services for a swift and professional response. Follow for travel updates this evening as services resume.

    65 replies . 49 retweets 169 likes
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    Jun 19

    Officers from & remain at Southgate Tube station following an earlier incident. Enquiries continue but we do not believe this to be terror related at time. Cordens remain place and travel updates from .

    16 replies . 165 retweets 137 likes
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  17. Jun 19

    I am in touch with senior Met Police about the reported minor explosion at Southgate Tube station. They are investigating. Please avoid the area and follow for updates.

    Incident at tube station / Enquires are ongoing to establish the cause of the reported explosion, which appears to have been minor / We are not aware of any serious injury
    71 replies . 59 retweets 88 likes
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  18. Retweeted
    Jun 19

    Southgate Tube station is currently closed whilst officers respond to a suspicious package. Officers are on scene alongside . Please avoid the area - we'll provide updates as soon as we can.

    18 replies . 151 retweets 110 likes
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  19. Jun 19

    Thank you for inviting me to talk at the event this morning. I promised to be the most pro-business Mayor ever and a crucial part of that is supporting small businesses - the lifeblood of our economy - for the benefit of society as a whole.

    35 replies . 46 retweets 156 likes
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  20. Jun 19

    The response from the local community to the Finsbury Park attack is an inspiration to us all. I was proud to attend a memorial this morning at Islington Town Hall.

    56 replies . 33 retweets 140 likes
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