Key information
Start date for this term:
Salary: £111,669
Constituency: Enfield and Haringey
Political group: Labour Group
Biography
Joanne McCartney AM has been a member of the London Assembly since June 2004. As a representative for Enfield and Haringey, Joanne has been vocal about putting the issues that matter to local people on London’s political agenda. She previously chaired the London Assembly’s Police & Crime Committee and Health Committee.
In May 2016, Sadiq Khan appointed Joanne to the position of Statutory Deputy Mayor of London. Among her duties, Joanne can act on behalf of the Mayor and can represent him at engagements across London.
Joanne is also Deputy Mayor for Children and Families. Her priorities include reducing inequalities for children and families, improving child health outcomes, working with London boroughs to support young people, and leading a London-wide effort to ensure every child gets the best start in life.
Joanne served as a local councillor in Enfield from 1998 to 2006 where she chaired Enfield’s Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership. Before becoming an Assembly Member, Joanne practiced as a barrister and specialised in employment law.
Responsibilities for 2023-24
Statutory Deputy Mayor for London.
Deputy Mayor for Children and Families.
Member of the Environment Committee.
Member of the GLA Oversight Committee.
Member of the Transport Committee.
Key issues
- Policing and community safety
- Health and public services
- Children and young people
- Jobs, skills and economic development
- Keeping London moving
- A greener and environmentally friendly London