Children’s social media use – a ban alone won’t solve the challenges tech poses
I welcomed the consultation on children’s social media use, but warned that a ban alone won’t solve the challenges tech poses. I asked the Secretary of State to revisit the House of Commons Science, Innovation & Technology Committee’s recommendations on social media platform responsibility, user control, digital advertising & business models. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/2013676538168770841
Job vacancy in Newcastle for a Caseworker – closing date for applications : 25 January 2026
Caseworker Job full details : https://www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.aspx?jobid=98272 Apply online at: https://recruitment.hivesupport.co.uk/job/34493/caseworker-to-dame-chi-onwurah-mp
Job Vacancy in Westminster : Parliamentary Assistant/Senior Parliamentary Assistant – apply by 25 January 2026
Full job details : https://www.w4mpjobs.org/JobDetails.aspx?jobid=98271 Apply online at: https://recruitment.hivesupport.co.uk/job/34526/parliamentary-assistant-senior-parliamentary-assistant-to-dame-chi-onwurah-mp/london
Brutal regime in Iran condemned
I paid tribute to the brave women of Iran fighting for their freedom. I asked the Minister in what form President Trump’s promised support would take & how the UK would or would not be involved. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/2013326775837696273 Foreign Secretary statement on Iran: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/foreign-secretary-statement-on-iran-13-january-2026
The Cellular Pathology department at the RVI- expertise and innovation make it a nation-leading service
The Cellular Pathology department at the RVI examines samples from 60,000 patients per year Helping to ensure they receive the right treatment. It was great to meet the dedicated staff and see the expertise and innovation that make this a nation-leading service.
Hospital waiting lists in Newcastle down over 15,000
Great news for Newcastle!! Since Labour came into power, NHS waiting lists have fallen by 15,309 At the Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals Trust – and by more than 312,000 nationally. You voted for Labour, you get Labour results.
North East Combined Authority Invest North East: Energy & Innovation event
Great to catch up with Newcastle City Council Leader Cllr Karen Kilgour, and businesses including Kinewell Energy, Low Carbon Materials and PowerRoll at the North East Combined Authority Invest North East: Energy & Innovation event showcasing fantastic innovation and green investment opportunities across the North East.
Newcastle’s Centre for Life opens up the world of science to young people
Newcastle’s Centre for Life opens up the world of science to young people from all walks of life. As an engineer from an impoverished background, I know how vital science and discovery centres are in sparking curiosity and opportunity across the North East. Video : https://x.com/i/status/2011767459435479127
Dear Newcastle January 2026
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: Dear Newcastle January 2026 https://chionwurahmp.com/wp-content/uploads/Dear-Newcastle-January-2026.pdf
Such an honour to represent Newcastle at Windsor Castle, receiving my Damehood.
I wanted my outfit to showcase my city and my heritage: Geordie, Irish and Nigerian, receiving my Damehood. Thanks to Tyneside Irish, the amazing talents of Lamin, Lynne, Jordan at Newcastle College and MHW Millinery – it did! Video message: https://x.com/i/status/2011123919479042093 […]