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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

@MayorofLondon

Nov 30

Exclusion from mainstream education has disastrous consequences for the children who experience it.

Evidence shows that young people with a history of either suspension or exclusion from school are more likely to be affected by violence. 1/5

For example, nearly 90% of young people in detention had been excluded from mainstream education prior to ending up there.

Ofsted has also found that children who had previously been excluded from school were twice as likely to carry a knife. 2/5

This data makes one thing clear, more needs to be done to support both teachers and young people so that interventions can be made earlier.

Exclusion must be the very last resort once all interventions and support have been exhausted. 3/5

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

@MayorofLondon

Nov 29

Facts about the ULEZ expansion:

🍃 It'll bring cleaner air to 5 million more Londoners

🍃 Only 15% of highest polluting vehicles will be affected

🍃 There's a £110 million scrappage scheme to help low income and disabled Londoners, charities, micro businesses & sole traders

🍃 They'll be able to scrap or retrofit their non-compliant vehicles in exchange for a grant or free annual bus and tram passes

🍃 All net revenue will be reinvested to improve public transport, including the biggest ever expansion of bus routes in outer London

🍃 Nearly 94% of vehicles travelling in the current zone already meet ULEZ standards.

🍃 If you or your family spend time in a high-polluting car, you are at the most risk of toxic air. Greener alternatives aren't just healthier for other people - they're healthier for you too.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

@MayorofLondon

Sep 21

My grandparents were from India. My parents from Pakistan. I was born and raised in London and am proud to call Britain my home.

🧵A long thread
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But like many Londoners who can trace their family history to different parts of the world, I feel a strong connection with my heritage, which means both India and Pakistan are dear to me and hold a special place in my heart. 2/12

That’s why I’ve found the ugly scenes in Leicester and Smethwick over the last week so heart-breaking. British Muslims and British Hindus have far more in common than that which divides us. 3/12

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

@MayorofLondon

Jan 19

The easing of COVID-19 restrictions is great news for our city’s economic recovery, and will come as a relief to many businesses who have faced significant hardship since the pandemic began. (1/4)

This is not the end of our fight. COVID-19 still poses a significant threat and wearing a face covering is one of the most effective things we can do to stop the spread. The Government must rethink its plans and keep legislation in place to make face coverings compulsory. (2/4)

Face coverings will remain a condition of carriage on TfL services. I’m asking everyone to do the right thing and continue to wear a face covering when travelling on TfL to keep Londoners protected and prevent further restrictions from being necessary later down the line. (3/4)

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

@MayorofLondon

Jan 17

You may hear a lot of talk about Blue Monday today, but the fact is that mental health matters all year round. It's something that many of us grapple with. If you’re struggling, remember: you are not alone. Here are some places you can go for support 🧵 (1/4)

@samaritans

You can call @samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The number is 116 123 and it’s free to call (2/4)

@MindCharity

.@MindCharity also provides expert advice and support for anyone struggling with their mental health. Head to their website to find out more ➡️ mind.org.uk (3/4)