The North East has the highest disability rate in England: 31%, with 27% in poverty – the new benefits system must reflect Labour values and disabled voices
The North East has the highest disability rate in England: 31%, with 27% in poverty. We need welfare reform that reflects Labour values and disabled voices. I asked the Secretary of State how co-producing the new system with disability groups will ensure fairness—and how North East voices will be heard. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1939726026080141743 […]
My statement on the Welfare Reform Bill
My statement on the Welfare Reform Bill:
Great to see Newcastle’s African diaspora football in Blakelaw
Who would have thought the Africa Cup of Nations would have a Blakelaw Edition? Great to see Newcastle’s African diaspora come together to play some fantastic football. A late injury meant the result was a draw between Ivory Coast and Eritrea – wishing the players a quick recovery.
Informative and enjoyable vist to Sutherland Court Care Home
Following Care Home Week it was great to discuss the longstanding service of carers, carers’ pay, and tour the facilities at Sutherland Court Care Home im Fenham. I enjoyed taking part in the residents’ weekly hymn group too!
Why is the UK increasing defence spending while cutting disability benefits – Chi asks PM
I visited the UK NATO HQ and met fantastic young people learning great skills to defend Britain. But many of my Newcastle constituents ask me why we are increasing defence spending while cutting disability benefits. I put this to the PM and he set out his response Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1938222010582126756
The government’s Modern Industrial Strategy puts science, innovation, tech and required skills at the heart of our drive for growth
The government’s Modern Industrial Strategy puts science, innovation, tech and required skills at the heart of our drive for growth, emphasising regional growth and strengths. I asked how the #NorthEast will benefit from the doubling of business investment by 2035. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1937420574810075567
A proud, self-reliant, secure country, where opportunity, jobs and wealth are spread fairly.
A proud, self-reliant, secure country, where opportunity, jobs and wealth are spread fairly. That is what Labour’s industrial strategy will create. More details: https://www.pesmedia.com/275m-skills-package-unveiled-as-business-secretary-vows-to-invest-in-british-people-to-power-industrial-strategy
International Women in Engineering Day 2025
On International Women in Engineering Day 2025 I’ve written about my journey as a curious working class Newcastle girl to Chair of the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee We need more women in engineering because we need more and better engineering in the world Read my blog: Engineering change by Chi Onwurah, […]
Brilliant to visit North East Futures UTC
Brilliant to visit North East Futures UTC amidst their positive OFSTED report. I toured their fantastic science, healthcare and sports facilities, learned about school life, and spoke to many inspired & inspiring students Great to see what can be achieved in the heart of Newcatsle Central & West
I voted against todays Bill because it lacks the scrutiny and rigour needed to ensure assisted dying works in practice, for all
My mother, a disabled cancer survivor often in pain, supported assisted dying , so I assumed I would too. But I voted against todays Bill because it lacks the scrutiny and rigour needed to ensure assisted dying works in practice, for all. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1936062765895967149