Parliamentary questions and correspondence on internet advertising
9 June 2015 Chi Onwurah: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment he has made of the mobile and fixed broadband demands of internet advertising; and what assessment he has made of the potential effect of that advertising on network requirements over the current Parliament. Minister of State (Culture […]
Chi’s questions for Minister on media diversity
Following a constructive and informative debate in Parliament last week, Chi wrapped-up the session with some closing remarks and questions for Ed Vaizey, the Minister for Culture. Chi has since put the questions in writing to the Minister and will publish the response here. Chi’s remarks in the debate are below: Chi Onwurah: Thank […]
A brief statement on tonight’s vote
Tonight I will vote for Labour’s amendment against the welfare changes the Tories are bringing in & then support Harriet in abstaining on second reading. I know many in Newcastle will be unhappy with this, but to be clear I am voting for a progressive Labour welfare agenda & against the Tories assaults on the […]
Chi’s debate on diversity in the media
Chi secured and led a debate in Parliament this week on diversity in public sector broadcasting. The full debate can be read here. Chi’s speech is below: It is a pleasure to consider this matter under your excellent and expert chairmanship, Mr Streeter, and to lead this debate on an important subject. Public sector broadcasting […]
My nomination for leader of the Labour Party
Yesterday I nominated Rushanara Ali for deputy leader. As I explained in a New Statesman blog, as well as Rushanara’s qualities and the contribution she could make to the party and the country, I wanted to help broaden the debate. Today John Healey has withdrawn from the deputy leadership contest with just that in mind and […]
Chi pushes Prime Minister on north east devolution
Chi Onwurah told the Prime Minister today that the North East needed a no-strings-attached devolution of powers and budgets. Speaking at Prime Minister’s Questions in the House of Commons, Chi said that the north east has had the fastest productivity growth in the UK and called on the Prime Minister to give the people of […]
Planning Minister responds to Kenton McDonald’s petition
Before the election, Chi presented a petition to the House of Commons on behalf of mcdonaldspetition.co.uk. The wording may sound like something from a bygone era but the battle between local residents to stop McDonald’s opening another massive drive-through in Kenton, right next to the biggest school in the city continues. The Council have already […]
Chi’s initial thoughts on Labour’s defeat
This article was written by Chi and published on LabourList. We should focus on those we seek to serve On Friday Newcastle Labour held its traditional post election do to thank the volunteers who had worked so hard and, in my case, delivered a 9.1% swing to Labour. Waking up in a state of stunned disbelief […]
Chi publishes research on changes to hacking laws
Following reports that the Government may have changed the laws on hacking to rewrite a key clause of the Computer Misuse Act, Chi asked the House of Commons Library to look into it. The response is available here.
Chi’s speech at Newcastle Unites march
Good Morning Newcastle. And to those who aren’t from Newcastle, a warm welcome if you come here to share our values. Strong communities working together. Of respect, and understanding, freedom to express yourself through your religion or your views. Supporting the Muslims, and the Christians, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs all religions and none. And also looking […]