Launch of the Improving Black Health Outcomes project in the Grainger Market, Newcastle

Great to speak at the launch of the Improving Black Health Outcomes IBHO project in Newcastle, which seeks to address health disparities by directly involving black communities in research. It’s fantastic to see cutting-edge science and community come together!
What we stand for – a decent, respectful and inclusive democracy – we are going to defeat this racism

What we stand for – a decent, respectful and inclusive democracy. Well said Wes. Reform don’t understand that and they never will. Wes Streeting response: https://x.com/i/status/1982389076205453616
Millin Charity “Together We Create” exhibition at Newcastle Central Library

Moving launch of the Millin Charity “Together We Create” exhibition at Newcastle Central Library – a community-led project shaped by women’s daily experiences of discrimination after the 2024 riots. Silk paintings and a communal dining installation celebrate identity, solidarity and hope
My week 18th to 24th October 2025

Happy Weekend everyone! Here are just a few of the things I’ve been getting up to this week Short video summary: https://x.com/i/status/1981757093876015566
My question to the Minister re ICJ Advisory Opinion arising from the Policies and Practices of Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem
In Parliament I highlighted Newcastle’s £1.7bn life sciences ecosystem – employing over 8,000 people across 200+ companies

In welcoming the Government’s investment in the Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund, I highlighted Newcastle’s £1.7bn life sciences ecosystem – employing over 8,000 people across 200+ companies. This thriving sector shows the opportunities right here in our City! !🧪🔬 Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1981031631344304484
I’m looking to nominate a great local Newcastle business as Food & Drink Manufacturer of the Year!

Do you know a brilliant local food & drink small or medium sized business in Newcastle Central & West? I’m looking to nominate a great Newcastle business making a local impact through innovation & sustainability for Food & Drink Manufacturer of the Year! Full details : https://fdf.org.uk/mpschoice Get in touch with me by 20 November […]
The Speak Their Name quilts exhibition – a powerful reminder of how every life lost to suicide leaves a deep impact

The Speak Their Name quilts in Parliament were a powerful reminder of how every life lost to suicide leaves a deep impact. It was especially moving to see quilts from the North East, after meeting some of the families involved at libraries in Newcastle For more details: http://speaktheirname.org
Online Safety Act concerns regarding public safety and harmful misinformation – Government response

The Government’s response to the Parliamentary Committee on Science, Innovation & Technology’s report on social media, misinformation and harmful algorithms – concerns regarding public safety and harmful misinformation. Details : https://committees.parliament.uk/work/8641/social-media-misinformation-and-harmful-algorithms/news/209655/government-risks-further-harm-if-it-doesnt-take-further-action-against-viral-spread-of-misinformation/
My week 13th to 17 October 2025

From opening Callerton Academy in the West End to speaking on protecting democracy and digital rights in Brussels – here’s a quick look at what I’ve been getting up to this week Weekly roundup video: https://x.com/i/status/1979227213015752710