St Nicholas Cathedral Weekly Organ Recital
I’m usually in Westminster on Mondays so don’t get the chance to join St Nicholas Cathedral Weekly Organ Recital – but today was privileged to hear a festive programme from James Watson – with a little Elf help! The recitals are free – though donations are of course welcome.
UNISON Fair Visa Campaign lobby
Met with constituents at the UNISON Fair Visa Campaign lobby, where care workers spoke about exploitation in the social care sector linked to the visa sponsorship system. Their work is essential to keeping services running, and I’ll be raising these issues with the Minister.
The Labour Government condemns the Israeli government’s approval of 19 new settlements in Palestine
The Labour Government condemns the Israeli government’s approval of 19 new settlements in Palestine. These are illegal under international law. This risks undermining the 20 Point Plan and prospects for the long-term peace and security that only a two state solution can deliver.
Joined the Lord Mayor and the Leader of the city council, with representatives of Newcastle’s Jewish communities to celebrate 8th night of Chanukah
So honoured to join the Lord Mayor of Newcastle and the Leader of the city council, Councillor Kilgour, with representatives of Newcastle’s Jewish communities in the Silver Gallery to celebrate the eighth night of Chanukah, bringing light amidst the darkness
St Mary’s Cathedral Church beautifully decked for a lovely service of Carols by Candlelight
St Mary’s Cathedral Church was beautifully decked for a lovely service of Carols by Candlelight With inspiring Advent Reflections from Canon Simon Lerche
Morning from the Moor on the second shortest day of the year!
Environmental horticulture drives green growth, skilled jobs & healthier communities
Great to join the Plants in Parliament event, celebrating Britain’s original green industry. Environmental horticulture drives green growth, skilled jobs & healthier communities – it’s what makes Britain bloom!
Dear Newcastle December 2025
My latest Constituency Report is now published Check it out to see what I’ve been up to and who I’ve been meeting as your MP – in Newcastle, in Parliament and online: https://chionwurahmp.com/wp-content/uploads/Dear-Newcastle-December-2025.pdf
Grooming gangs remain a dark dark chapter in our history – and it is ongoing
Grooming gangs remain a dark chapter in our history. On LBC with Iain Dale, I stressed victims’ voices must lead every inquiry. For too long they weren’t heard or believed. Data transparency is vital to confront uncomfortable truths and drive real change. Full interview on LBC TV: https://x.com/i/status/2000974595860381751
The Children’s Foundation Christmas gift-wrapping stall in Eldon Square open until Christmas Eve
Does your gift wrapping let your presents down? I know mine does! Which is why I was so grateful to the wonderful volunteers at The Children’s Foundation Christmas gift-wrapping stall in Eldon Square who taught me some of their secrets. Volunteers are wrapping for a donation until Christmas Eve