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20 www.theisba.org.uk KEYNOTE ADDRESS One of the leading agenda setters in the fields of social activism, diversity and multi-culturalism, he was a member of the previous Labour Government (2001-2010), is respected across the party spectrum and a well-known figure amongst the general public. A well-known advocate of social activism, diversity and multi-culturalism, David’s current position as an active backbench MP has enabled him to engage in his passion for tackling the big issues facing society (on a macro and micro scale) and provide tangible solutions to bring about effective change. A passionate campaigner for Britain remaining in the European Union prior to the referendum in 2016, David has continued to be an outspoken critic of the Government’s Brexit negotiation strategy and is a firm supporter of a second referendum. He also led the campaign for the Windrush British Citizens to be granted full British citizenship, and has been at the forefront of the fight for justice for the families affected by the Grenfell Fire. In 2017, David published the widely recognised review into the treatment of, and outcomes for, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) individuals in the Criminal Justice System. Harvard educated David Lammy is the Member of Parliament for Tottenham, Shadow Lord Chancellor and Shadow Secretary of State for Justice. Rt Hon David Lammy MP