I called a debate on the unique Newcastle charity Families in Care who offer support for birth parents through the adoption process. I asked Government t to work with them so more areas can benefit from their model. Demand is…
More bus and other Public Transport service complaints
I want to share with you another email from a constituent in response to my campaign to improve the quality of & information on Bus services in Newcastle. Public money is going to private bus companies for terrible services, all…
Iran – death penalty being given to those who claim basic human rights
The prospect of the Iranian regime executing 1000s of brave women & girls for protesting horrifies & oppresses us all. I asked what the Govt was doing to ensure that every protest, every arrest, and every death threat receives global…
Mortgage hike with Tories – But grow the economy with Labour’s Plan
Seven ways Labour will grow Britain’s economy? pic.twitter.com/COA4gQimmh — Rachel Reeves (@RachelReevesMP) November 16, 2022 Under the Tories families in the North East face paying £301 a month more for their mortgages. Labour has a plan to secure our…
Britain’s Industrial Future
In 3 hours of Labour's Industry Debate, we didn't hear a credible plan from the Govt on how they would deliver on industrial jobs, investment and growth. I asked members on the opposite side, did they really come into politics…
The Tories aren’t serious about science
Science minister resigns. No science minister for three months. New PM, new science minister. Another new PM, now 2 science ministers. Their roles unclear. The Times Chi Onwurah Tory short-termism is wrecking UK science Not content with their…
PM refuses to invest in the North East’s transport infrastructure, industry, green technologies, people and skills to combat climate change
The PM gives oil companies making billions in excess profits 90p tax break for @ £1 invested in oil & gas, fuelling #climatechange. But he refuses to invest in #NorthEast infrastructure, tech or people to combat climate change. Why does…
Tory austerity means people in North East die sooner
Dentists 9 out of 10 are not accepting NHS patients
Access to effective dental treatment is essential for well being, but w 9 out of 10 dentists not accepting NHS patients & the cost of living soaring too many cannot access the treatment they need. After 12 years in Govt,…
Government Act has delayed Home Office processing applications – confirmed
This week the Prime Minister praised the Nationality & Borders Act, brought in by his Party. At the same time, the Home Office are telling us this Act caused delays, in their own words, a “direct impact” on the ability…