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Emily Anne Thornberry (born 27 July 1960) is a British Labour politician who has been Member of Parliament (MP) for Islington South and Finsbury since 2005. She served as Shadow Attorney General for England and Wales from 2021 until the 2024 UK general election, and previously from 2011 to 2014.
In her shadow ministerial roles, she has led the parliamentary fight against Universal Credit, the freeze in armed forces pay, the removal of EU funding for Britain’s deprived regions, the war in Yemen, Tory inaction on climate change and human rights, the appeasement of Donald Trump and Crown Prince Bin Salman, and the escalation of tensions wi...
Sir Keir Starmer showed his ruthless streak today as he snubbed Emily Thornberry from his top team in one of his first acts as Prime Minister. Ms Thornberry was expected to be announced as part of ...
Follow Emily Thornberry, the Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade, for her views and updates on UK politics and global issues.
1 day ago · Emily Thornberry has won re-election in Islington South and Finsbury as Labour is projected to secure a landslide victory across the country. The incumbent, who has represented the constituency ...
11 hours ago · He replaces Emily Thornberry, who had held the role since November 2021. The role had been expected to go to Emily Thornberry, who has served as shadow attorney general since 2021.
Emily Thornberry is a lifelong Labour campaigner and a barrister who has represented striking workers and challenged the National Front. She has been a shadow cabinet member since 2016, covering various portfolios including Defence, Brexit, Foreign Affairs, and International Trade.
