David Lammy 

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Latest news on David Lammy, former Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary, covering his political career.

David Lammy is a Labour politician and the Member of Parliament for Tottenham, who left the government during a cabinet reshuffle. He had previously served as Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary, and before that as Foreign Secretary.

Lammy held some of the most senior positions in government, becoming the first person of colour to serve as Deputy Prime Minister. His departure from government marked a significant moment in British politics, ending a period during which he represented the UK on the world stage as Foreign Secretary. Our feed tracks reaction to his time in government and his activities as a backbench MP.

A barrister by training, Lammy has spoken about his journey from a working-class upbringing in north London to some of the highest offices of state, and remains a prominent voice within the Labour Party from the backbenches.

First elected to Parliament for Tottenham in 2000, Lammy held a series of ministerial roles across successive Labour governments before his senior appointments as Foreign Secretary, Deputy Prime Minister, and Justice Secretary.

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