NHS waiting lists fall every month for the last 6 months
This is the difference a Labour government is making for our NHS
Very sad to hear of Prohibition closing – I’ve heard such great music there
Very sad to hear of Prohibition closing, I’ve heard such great music there, jazz, blues, soul, folk, as well as playing bingo and celebrating important birthdays. I am hoping we can find a way to keep this great Newcastle live music asset. Chronicle Live article: https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/popular-newcastle-speakeasy-bar-prohibition-31483987
House of Commons Adjournment debate on Wednesday 30th April on Government support for people in the Occupied Palestinian Territories
I have secured a House of Commons Adjournment debate on Wednesday 30th April on Government support for people in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. If you are a constituent and have ideas for support for Palestinians or other points to make email: chi.onwurah.mp@parliament.uk
For over 50 days, Israel has fully blocked humanitarian aid to Gaza – This is completely unacceptable!
David Lammy, Secretary of State for Foeign Affairs,: “For over 50 days, Israel has fully blocked humanitarian aid to Gaza. “This is completely unacceptable. “Vital supplies are running out and Palestinians risk facing starvation. “With France and Germany, we urge Israel to immediately restart the flow of aid. Full Joint Statement : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/aid-to-gaza-e3-foreign-ministers-statement-23-april-2025 https://www.gov.uk/government/news/aid-to-gaza-e3-foreign-ministers-statement-23-april-2025
Letter to Minister folowing roundtable with disablity groups on the impact of the proposed changes in support and benefits
I paid tribute to all who have worked to protect single-sex spaces and the dignity of trans people
The Tory Leader tried to portray herself as a champion of women, but I paid tribute to all who have worked to protect single-sex spaces and the dignity of trans people. The judgement clarifies that single sex spaces can refuse trans women, I asked if they were obliged to do so. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1915313827320578558
With Officers from Newcastle City Council I visited Hutchinson’s on Stanhope Street to discuss their ongoing problems with waste
With Officers from Newcastle City Council I visited Hutchinson’s on Stanhope Street to discuss their ongoing problems with obstructive waste outside the premises. I have received many complaints about the state of streets in the West End and I pursuing them as part of my 15-point plan for rubbish!
The proposed changes to disability benefits have caused real concern
The proposed changes to disability benefits have caused real concern. I brought together disability groups to discuss how people in Newcastle Central and West would be affected, and I have written to the DWP Minister to raise the most pressing issues
Deep concern about the closure of the cafe in Morrisons in Cowgate
The closure of the cafe Morrisons in Cowgate has raised concerns. I visited the store to speak with staff and customers. While staff will receive support for new roles, customers highlighted the lack of alternatives!
Great to see the children from Hawthorn and Bridgewater Primary School’s perform at the Glass House in Gateshead
It was great seeing the children from Hawthorn and Bridgewater Primary School’s perform at the Glass House in Gateshead, with In Harmony North East who provide free, weekly music lessons to over seven hundred children in Newcastle. This is an enriching chance for children to discover a love for music.