It’s Trans Awareness Week.

I’ll be honest, I’ve learnt so much on this issue in the past 12 months - the experiences that trans people have shared with me have been moving and inspirational.

I’ve been working with several charities and organisations to help develop policies to ensure that trans mental health is on the agenda, not an afterthought.

I signed @LGBTLabour’s pledges during the leadership campaigns and my support is unwavering- here they are to remind you.

Trans people are some of the most marginalised in today’s world. I honestly think history will look back with deep regret at those who refuse them their rights.

I’ll always be an ally - however tough it gets.

#TransAwarenessWeek