Janet Jessica Daby is a British Labour politician who has represented Lewisham East as Member of Parliament since 2018. Born on 15 December 1970, she entered Parliament following her election to the south London constituency and has established herself as a voice on issues affecting families and children.

Between July 2024 and September 2025, Daby held ministerial office as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Children and Families, giving her direct responsibility for policy development in these critical areas of social welfare. Her work in this role focused on matters relating to child welfare and family support within government. Janet Daby writes commentary for Comment Central, offering insights drawn from her parliamentary and ministerial experience.