Fantastic to learn about the work of the Teen Age Cancer Trust locally at the Freeman Hospital’s Northern Centre for Cancer
Fantastic to learn about the work of the Teen Age Cancer Trust locally at the Freeman Hospital’s Northern Centre for Cancer. Teenagers and young adults co-created https://tyar.org to explain the importance of including this age group in cancer research and their need for bespoke care.
Conflict in Gaza
Many people in Newcastle have contacted me horrified by the civilian death and suffering caused by the Israeli resumption of attacks on Gaza. I asked the Foreign Secretary what action the British Government will take in response to Israel’s actions in Gaza and the West Bank. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1902767235925676299
My Statement and actions following on Newcastle United’s magnificent Carabao Cup Win
Constituents are fearful of changes to the benefits system, so I asked the Secretary of State what new support will be available for disabled people in Newcastle
After 14 years of Tory neglect, my constituents are vulnerable and fearful of changes to the benefits system. I asked the Secretary of State to outline the new support which will be available for disabled people in Newcatsle Central and West as a result of the Welfare Reform Bill.
Monday was Epilepsy Purple Day and I want to show my support for this year’s theme of StandUpToSeizures
Monday was Epilepsy Purple Day and I want to show my support for this year’s theme of StandUpToSeizures and raise awareness for the 630,000 people in the UK who have epilepsy. For more epilepsy informayion contact The Epilepsy Society at http://epilepsysociety.org.uk
NHS waiting times have fallen for five months in a row – more money being put into the NHS, but Tories and Reform voted against!
Under this Labour Government, NHS waiting times have fallen for five months in a row. Labour is putting more money into our public services to reduce waiting times for GP appointments in Newcastle and the rest of the country. The Tories and Reform voted against it!
Newcastle United 2024/25 CARABAO CUP WINNERS – It is the Toon’s time – Howay the lads!
I am just overwhelmed with admiration and gratitude for the team’s performance last night, through talent and determination they overturned decades of disappointment to light Wembley with Geordie Joy. They went in the underdogs, but they were the masters on the night and they should know that the impact of their win will be felt […]
Labour’s Crime and Policing Bill will target antisocial behaviour and put law & order back at the heart of our communities
I’m proud to have voted for Labour’s Crime and Policing Bill which tackles antisocial behaviour and put law and order back at the heart of our communities. Video: https://x.com/i/status/1900592913983123612
Labour’s record investment in Defence will see more opportunities for British manufacturing.
I visited Supacat Ltd to see the brilliant British engineering and technology which helps to keep our troops safe in all terrains I even test drove one of the vehicles myself! Labour’s record investment in Defence will see more opportunities for British manufacturing.
I voted for the Employment Rights Bill the biggest upgrade to rights at work in a generation – the Tories voted against!
I voted for the employment rights bill which is the biggest upgrade to rights at work in a generation. ✅Day One Rights ✅Strengthening sick pay ✅Banning Fire & Rehire and exploitative zero-hours contracts Labour will make work pay. Only Labour supports employment rights!