About Jon

Jon is MP for Dagenham, and has been working hard to represent everyone in the area since he became Member of Parliament in 2001.

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Before Jon became an MP, he worked in Number 10 Downing Street, liaising between the Government and the trade unions, helping promote an agenda for working people.

In 2007, Jon stood for election as Labour's deputy leader following the resignation of Tony Blair and John Prescott as Leader and Deputy Leader. After winning the most first round votes, Jon ended in third place. By standing for election, Jon opened the contest to new ideas - especially on housing, immigration and public services. He won the support of tens of thousands of members and trade unionists.

Over the last few years, Jon has published a range of articles and pamphlets. You can read the latest articles here >>>

Click on the links below to download copies of Jon's pamphlets:

The Crash - A View From The Left

March 2009 (with Jonathan Rutherford)

Fit For Purpose - A programme for Labour Party renewal

June 2006 (with John Harris)