The proposed changes to disability benefits have caused real concern
The proposed changes to disability benefits have caused real concern. I brought together disability groups to discuss how people in Newcastle Central and West would be affected, and I have written to the DWP Minister to raise the most pressing issues
Deep concern about the closure of the cafe in Morrisons in Cowgate
The closure of the cafe Morrisons in Cowgate has raised concerns. I visited the store to speak with staff and customers. While staff will receive support for new roles, customers highlighted the lack of alternatives!
Great to see the children from Hawthorn and Bridgewater Primary School’s perform at the Glass House in Gateshead
It was great seeing the children from Hawthorn and Bridgewater Primary School’s perform at the Glass House in Gateshead, with In Harmony North East who provide free, weekly music lessons to over seven hundred children in Newcastle. This is an enriching chance for children to discover a love for music.
Over 3 million more NHS appointments since July 2024, waiting lists fall for 6 months in a row and thousands of patients being seen earlier for caNCER
Under this Labour Government we have seen over 3 million more NHS appointments since July 2024, waiting lists fall for 6 months in a row and thousands of patients being seen earlier for cancer tests and treatment. Labour promised change and our plan is working.
Refugee’s Into Sustainable Employment (RISE) celebration at the North of England Chinese Centre
It was great attending the Refugee’s Into Sustainable Employment (RISE) end-of-project celebration at the North of England Chinese Centre. I met dedicated teachers and participants in the scheme who have been learning digital, English language, and employability skills.
Meeting up with Specsavers in Eldon Square
Great to meet with Specsavers in Eldon Square for a tour of their comprehensive facilities and to discuss the shortfall in community audiology services in Newcatsle Hearing is so important for individual wellbeing.
Thank you to the staff at Marks & Spencers Northumberland Street for fascinating tour
Thank you to the staff at Marks & Spencers Northumberland Street for fascinating tour of the store and behind the scenes to see how they make it one of the most successful in the country!
Our local independent record store Reflex for Vinyl & CDs
I am proud to support my local independent record store Reflex for Vinyl & CDs – keeping music, culture and community alive. Recent reports say 2024 Vinyl sales are up 10.5% , reaching £196m and music reven ues are at an all-time high
Under this Labour Government 1,500 more GP’s have been recruited since October.
Brilliant news. Under this Labour Government 1,500 more GP’s have been recruited since October. This is helping bring down waiting times in Newcastle Central and West.
More neighbourhood Policing for Newcastle
This Labour government is restoring confidence in policing and delivering security for working people by putting bobbies back on the beat. The Government’s Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee will put 13,000 more officers into neighbourhood policing roles by 2029, an increase of more than 50%. This will make Newcastle and the rest of the country safer, more […]