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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 21h

Great to be at Stanmore Temple this weekend where multiple trees were planted and volunteers offered their time to help clean and help in and around the Temple grounds as we approach Diwali. 🌳🧑‍🌾

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 22h

2025 has been a remarkable year for women’s sport.
London is proud to have welcomed the world’s best athletes and record-breaking crowds.

Our city has shone as the undisputed global capital of women’s sport.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 4d

Great to be out on the #LabourDoorstep in Wembley Central ward with the Brent Labour team.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 6d

#Dussehra at Shree Swaminarayan Temple Stanmore this evening.

Dussehra marks the killing of the demon King Ravana by Lord Rama and celebrates the triumph of good over evil.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 7d

I know Yom Kippur won't feel the same to Jewish communities this year and thoughts are with everyone impacted by this attack in Manchester.

I welcome the Mayor's reassurance that resources are being stepped up to support Jewish communities and synagogues across London.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 7d

My thoughts are with everyone affected by the attack in Greater Manchester today.

I’m horrified by the violent attack at a synagogue in Manchester.

I have been in contact with the Mayor of Greater Manchester and the Home Secretary, and would like to reassure Londoners that the Met Police are stepping up patrols in Jewish communities and synagogues across London.

My thoughts are with all those affected on the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur.

London stands ready to help in any way we can.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 7d

One of the best things about Labour Party Conference is meeting various charities and learning about their current campaigns and priorities.

As @cityhalllabour.bsky.social's lead on health at City Hall it was great to speak to organisations working on health-based campaigns and issues.

#Lab25

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 8d

It was great to meet Indian High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami at Labour Conference with @cityhalllabour.bsky.social colleagues @bassammahfouz.bsky.social & @annebclarke.bsky.social

Our City's relationship with India continues to thrive & will be even stronger following the UK-India trade deal 🇬🇧🤝🇮🇳

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 8d

An amazing speech from the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. A Prime Minister who is fighting for our country to Rebuild Britain 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 9d

TfL has shortlisted 15 tube stations where more detailed work to design and cost lift installations will take place.

I'm delighted that Willesden Green, South Harrow and Canons Park have made it on to the list of 15.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 9d

Great to see violent crime with injury figures falling in both Brent and Harrow.

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 9d

Violent crime resulting in injury has fallen across all 32 London boroughs over the past year.

There is still much more to do, but we're making progress.

London’s homicide rate is also lower than in other major European capitals, including Paris, Berlin and Madrid.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 9d

Great to see Gambling Minister Baroness Fiona Twycross at the Betknowmore UK stall at Labour Party Conference and discuss the impact of gambling on our communities.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 11d

At the London Labour reception with some of my City Hall colleagues in Liverpool for the Labour Party Conference. #Lab25

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 11d

Honoured to meet the founder of Black History Month UK Akyaaba Addai-Sebo alongside Brent based broadcaster Rosemary Laryea.

Fascinating to learn about what inspired Akyaaba to develop Black History Month and the support he received from the GLC at the time to help make it happen.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 13d

Back at SKLPC with @gareththomasmp.bsky.social for the largest Navratri celebrations in Europe

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 13d

I have been actively campaigning on this issue at City Hall, alongside many dedicated colleagues at both the national and local levels. I'm very pleased to see our efforts starting to yield results.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 13d

It's fantastic news that the government has announced plans to give communities greater control over the types of shops that open on their High Streets.

This is particularly relevant for our area, where High Streets, have seen an unwelcome rise in the number of betting shops.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 14d

Can't believe Harrow Council leaders are continuing to defend this staggering waste of money. The planters situation in Harrow town centre is an absolute mess.

harrowonline.org/2025/09/24/c...

Council defends £180k spend on Harrow Town Centre planters after criticism at full meeting - Harrow Online

Nearly £180,000 of taxpayers’ money has been spent on granite planters in Harrow Town Centre that were later removed, sparking a row at this month’s Full

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 15d

Mayor for all Londoners

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 17d

Great to hear about all the great work that Hendon FC and Silver Jubilee Park Charitable Foundation are doing alongside @annebclarke.bsky.social and also their future plans for the community.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 17d

Sporting my traditional Kutchi Bandhi that I bought from Gujarat last year at the SKLPC Mela.

The Mela event brings all of the community here in the UK from 24 villages by Bhuj together. Proud to have my heritage from this region.

Great to see their new India Gardens project progressing so well.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 18d

An amazing Cross Roads Music Festival event in Cricklewood today with sounds from around the world.

PS. I really love the Cricklewood sheep.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 19d

Some buses that were used on the 28 route were electric but have now reverted to being diesel powered. Given that there is an ambition to have the entire London bus network to be electric by 2030, I'm calling for the 28 bus route to be prioritised to fully run with EV buses. youtu.be/kc48m5T8BSs?...

Electrification of the 28 Bus route

YouTube video by Krupesh Hirani

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 19d

The new proposed SuperLoop 13 will make Neasden Town Centre, Neasden Temple and Stonebridge Station in Brent much more accessible.

I’m urging everyone to get involved with the consultation and help deliver this new bus service for the local area.

Consultation launches on plans for new Superloop route

A new Superloop express bus service could soon be launched in north London.

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Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 20d

A lovely interfaith event on the International Day of Peace in Queens Park.

With everything going on in the world Gathering for Peace events like these are the antidote to hate and brings communities and faiths together.

Krupesh Hirani AM @krupesh.co.uk · 20d

Always a pleasure engaging with Londoners alongside Mayor @sadiqkhanlondon.bsky.social & my fellow Assembly Members at People's Question Time.

People's Question Time is an opportunity for Londoners to put questions to us live in person and online. Last night's event was in Hammersmith & Fulham.