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Diane Abbott

Labour MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington

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Diane Abbott

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About Diane Abbott

Diane Abbott represents the people who live in Hackney North and Stoke Newington, at the UK Parliament in Westminster.

MPs split their time between Parliament and their constituency. In Parliament, they debate and vote on new laws, review existing laws, and question the Government. In the constituency, their focus is on supporting local people and championing local issues. They have a small staff team who help with casework, maintain their diaries, and monitor their inbox.

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Labour MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington

Entered the House of Commons on 11 June 1987 — General election

Party was Labour until 22 Apr 2023; Independent until 27 May 2024; Labour until 17 Jul 2025; Independent until 31 Jul 2026

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Other offices held in the past

  • Shadow Home Secretary ( 6 Oct 2016 to 5 Apr 2020)
  • Shadow Secretary of State for Health (27 Jun 2016 to 6 Oct 2016)
  • Shadow Secretary of State for International Development (14 Sep 2015 to 27 Jun 2016)
  • Shadow Minister (Public Health) ( 8 Oct 2010 to 7 Oct 2013)
  • Member, Labour Party National Executive Committee ( 1 Jan 1994 to 1 Jan 1997)

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