Diane Abbott - Wikipedia
WEBDiane Julie Abbott (born 27 September 1953) is a British Labour Party politician who has served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Hackney North and Stoke Newington since 1987. She served in the Shadow Cabinet of Jeremy Corbyn as Shadow Home Secretary from 2016 to 2020 and is an advisor to the Privy Council.
Diane Abbott | Biography & Facts | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · Diane Abbott, British Labour politician who was the first woman of African descent elected (1987) to the House of Commons. She held various other government posts as well, including shadow home secretary (2016–20) for Jeremy Corbyn. Learn more about Abbott’s life and career.
Diane Abbott: A Legacy of Courage, Change, and Endurance
WEBAug 23, 2024 · Diane Abbott, the first Black woman elected to the House of Commons, has spent over three decades fighting for justice, equality, and the marginalised. Re-elected in 2024 for a historic 10th term as MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington, Abbott’s career is a testament to resilience, courage, and her unwavering commitment to …
Diane Abbott: From London to Parliament - A Trailblazing Journey
WEBDive deep into the life of Diane Abbott, a figure of inspiration, controversy, and resilience. This documentary covers her early life, groundbreaking electio...
Diane Abbott | Encyclopedia.com
WEBMay 23, 2018 · Diane Abbott (born 1953) became the first black female elected to British Parliament in 1987, representing the Labour Party in the Hackney North and Stoke Newington districts. Abbott, the daughter of Jamaican immigrants, remains strongly identified with the political left.
Diane Abbott: Trailblazing MP to thorn in Labour's side
WEBMay 29, 2024 · Diane Abbott was elected as Britain's first black female MP in 1987. But in her 37-year career, the trailblazing MP has been no stranger to controversy and has often provoked the ire of her own ...
Diane Abbott: A Lifelong Commitment to Advocacy and Change
WEBOct 22, 2023 · Born on 27 September 1953, in Paddington, London, Diane Abbott’s ascent in British politics was by no means easy. Breaking barriers, she etched her name in history in 1987 when she became the first Black woman elected to the British Parliament.
Diane Abbott MP- 33 years as a Titan of British Politics
WEBNov 18, 2020 · Diane Abbott stands to give her maiden speech and make history as the first black woman ever elected into the House of Commons. It’s 1987. There are Tory men shouting and jeering. There are Labour MPs who regret her very presence in the House.
About Diane - Diane Abbott
WEBIn 1987 Diane Abbott made history by becoming the first black woman ever elected to the British Parliament. She has since built a distinguished career as a parliamentarian, broadcaster and commentator.
Diane Abbott, The Authorised Biography: the journey of a Black …
WEBDiane Abbott made history in June 1987 – on the night of Margaret Thatcher’s third consecutive election victory – by becoming the first Black woman elected to Parliament. This very detailed ...
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