Sadiq Khan

Now, more than ever, Londoners from all communities must stand together, show allyship to our Jewish friends and neighbours, and be united in our rejection of hatred.

When I was first elected as Mayor, evidence showed it would take 193 years to bring London's air pollution within legal limits.

Due to our transformative policies, we've done it in 9 years - 184 years early. 💚

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Violent crime with injury is down in every London borough thanks to record City Hall funding and the collective efforts of the police and @london-vru.bsky.social

We’ll keep working with partners and the government to drive down crime and make London safer for everyone.

Farage vows to scrap indefinite leave to remain, placing thousands at risk of deportation Reform UK plans to force non-citizens to apply for visas with high salary thresholds and no access to NHS services

Thousands of Londoners have indefinite leave to remain.

They have legal rights and are our friends, neighbours and colleagues, contributing hugely to our city.

Threatening to deport people living and working here legally is unacceptable.

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Today, thousands of Londoners and visitors are seeing Oxford Street in a whole new light: traffic-free, full of music, great food, pop-ups and entertainment for everyone.

And doesn't it look amazing! ☀️🌳

After the far right’s march on our streets, Londoners must show Trump we reject his politics of fear | Sadiq Khan These are dark times, but those who seek to divide us will not win. The capital’s soul and spirit are as inclusive and optimistic as ever, says London mayor Sadiq Khan

President Trump has fanned the flames of the far-right.

And now a toxic form of politics is spilling out onto our streets.

These are dark times, but those who seek to divide us will not win.
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Record numbers of Americans seeking UK citizenship because of London’s values, says mayor Ahead of Donald Trump’s state visit, Sadiq Khan hit back at US critics of the capital’s crime rates and diverse population

Prominent figures in the US & UK deliberately talk down our country & capital city.

Yet the latest evidence is clear: a record number of US citizens are now applying for UK citizenship.

For many Americans I speak with, it’s because of our values. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

We must unite against those who seek to divide us.

Violent crime plunges 13% in London as homicide rate less than Paris and Berlin Despite there being ‘tens of thousands of fewer victims,’ Mayor of London Sadiq Khan acknowledged that ‘one death and one crime will always be too many’

NEW: There have been nearly 10,000 fewer offences of violence with injury over the past 12 months, compared to the same period when I first became Mayor.

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City Hall earmarks £875k to tackle hate crime and extremism The Mayor of London has ringfenced the sum for more than 20 grassroots organisations.

Hate crime, extremism and intolerance have no place in London.

That’s why I’m continuing to fund grassroots community groups which will benefit Londoners, giving them the skills they need to fight extremism and stand up to hate.

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'Notting Hill Carnival's Success Shows That Hate and Division Will Never Win' Sadiq Khan, Labour's Mayor of London, writes for Byline Times on why the city's haters need to admit that "diversity is a strength to be celebrated, not a weakness to be hidden"

This year’s Notting Hill Carnival again captured the very best of our capital city.

A city where we believe that our diversity is a strength to be celebrated.

A London without Carnival is unthinkable. bylinetimes.com/2025/08/26/s...

‘These People Can’t Stand What London Represents… It Makes a Mockery of their Entire Worldview’ Sadiq Khan, the Labour Mayor of London, addresses the increasing number of claims by those in the media and politics of the capital city’s apparent decline

London’s story is one of resilience, success and optimism - not decline as fearmongers portray.

From cleaner air to better transport, vibrant culture to lower crime - here's some key facts ⬇️

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Dear Britain, it’s now clear: 20mph zones save lives and don’t slow traffic. Implement them | Sadiq Khan There is too much bluff and bluster on this subject. Ordinary people just want safe streets for themselves and those they love, and we can achieve that, says London mayor Sadiq Khan

Dear Britain, it’s now clear: 20mph zones save lives and don’t slow traffic. Implement them | Sadiq Khan

Dear Britain, it’s now clear: 20mph zones save lives and don’t slow traffic. Implement them | Sadiq Khan There is too much bluff and bluster on this subject. Ordinary people just want safe streets for themselves and those they love, and we can achieve that, says London mayor Sadiq Khan

The evidence is clear: 20mph zones save lives and don’t slow traffic ⬇️

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The UK must immediately recognise Palestinian statehood.

There can be no two state solution if there is no viable state left to call Palestine.

International students carry British values home – that matters now more than ever, writes Sadiq Khan Keeping our universities open to international students isn’t just good for our economy; it is a chance to lead on the world stage, writes Sadiq Khan.

International students contribute hugely to London’s economic success.

Pulling up the drawbridge to international talent would be an act of self-harm.

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I’ve had serious concerns about the impact of the Government’s welfare reforms on thousands of disabled and vulnerable Londoners.

I’m pleased the Government has started to listen and take on board what disability groups, campaigners and others have been saying about the impact of this bill.

In London and Paris, we’ve experienced vicious backlash to climate action. But we’re not backing down | Sadiq Khan and Anne Hidalgo Around the world, well-funded, organised climate deniers are spreading lies about the crisis. We call on governments and tech companies to step up, say London mayor Sadiq Khan and Paris mayor Anne Hid...

Climate disinformation fuels division, delays action, and endangers lives.

In London and Paris, we’re standing firm. Cities need governments, tech giants and the media to join us in tackling disinformation and protecting our planet. #LCAW2025 🌍
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My response to the government’s Spending Review ⬇️

UK-EU youth mobility scheme is essential to reverse Brexit damage and rocket launch the economy, writes Sir Sadiq Khan A new UK-EU youth mobility scheme is vital to building a more dynamic, successful and prosperous London for everyone.

A new youth mobility scheme with the EU would boost growth not only in London, but across Britain and Europe.

Amid global uncertainty, closer EU ties are a win-win for our future prosperity.

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Happy birthday, David Attenborough! 99 ways he has inspired us, by Barack Obama, Billie Eilish, Morgan Freeman – and many more This week the presenter turns 99. To celebrate, we asked 99 nature lovers – including Margaret Atwood, Jane Fonda, Bono, Kate Winslet and Michael Palin – how he has helped us see the world with fresh ...

Sir David Attenborough is a guiding light in our work to make London a more sustainable city.

From our parks to our rivers, his influence can be felt across our green and blue spaces.

Honoured to take part in this piece to mark his birthday this week 🌏⬇️ www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...

As the Mayor to a city of more than one million Catholics, I want to express my sadness, and the sadness of all Londoners, at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.

He was a man of courage and humility who demonstrated how cooperation between faiths was a force for good.

Wishing everyone celebrating today a Happy Easter!

For Christians, Easter is the most sacred time of the year. It’s a time to come together, with family, friends, and church communities, and remember Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice.

Sadiq Khan: Here’s one thing to get us closer to Europe – and a post-Trump bump A new youth mobility scheme will bring the UK and the EU some much needed connection – and a shot in the arm for business, too, writes London Mayor Sadiq Khan

A new youth mobility scheme with the EU would boost economic growth and provide exciting opportunities for young people.

At a time of so much global uncertainty deepening our partnership with EU partners is a win-win for our growth and prosperity.

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"You've got the success of most successful cities and countries by embracing difference... Building bridges is the way to break down fear, prejudice, ignorance, but also to be successful in terms of the economy, culturally, socially, and morally as well."— @london.gov.uk

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"A trade war between China and the USA is bad for all of us. I think a trade war between the USA and EU is bad for all of us. I think protectionism, nativism, unilateralism is bad for everyone...When the USA embraces the world, I think the world benefits."— @sadiqkhanlondon.bsky.social

Each year, Ramadan alone generates up to £1.3 billion for our economy, proving that embracing diversity is not only the right thing to do but also good for business.

London has long been a global hub for commerce, and our Muslim community plays a central role in that success.

It was an honour to speak at the Lord Mayor's Eid al-Fitr dinner, in support of the Royal Foundation's efforts to end homelessness.

This event provides a wonderful opportunity to strengthen the ties between London and businesses across the Muslim world.

Boost for London nightlife as mayor Sir Sadiq Khan given new powers to overturn council licensing decisions Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the new powers will mean hospitality businesses have "the conditions to grow" and are not "tied down by unnecessarily burdensome red tape".

Fantastic news for London!

This significant decision on licensing powers will allow us to do more to support the capital’s pubs, clubs, music venues and other parts of the visitor and tourist scene.

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James Baldwin said: “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”

We urgently need to make protecting young people online a national priority - before it’s too late.