Meeting up with RNIB – to pledge to stand up for blind and partially sighted people
Meeting up with RNIB – to pledge to stand up for blind and partially sighted people
My statement on the online allegations regarding asylum seekers in Newcastle Central and West
My statement on the online allegations regarding asylum seekers in Newcastle Central and West
Great to join People, Planet, Pint at the Forth Hotel in Newcastle to explore climate change and green issues
It was great to join People, Planet, Pint for one of their regular get-togethers at the Forth Hotel in Newcastle to explore climate change and green issues For more information: https://small99.co.uk/people-planet-pint-meetup/
Fantastic to visit the Persimmon Homes Construction Academy at Newcastle College in Rye Hill and meet some apprentices
Fantastic to visit the Persimmon Homes Construction Academy at Newcastle College in Rye Hill and meet some apprentices. Equipping young people with construction skills will prepare them for work & will be critical to delivering both high growth and high-quality housing for the Northeast.
The 2nd round of the DSIT Manchester Prize is live, offering funding for innovative and AI-driven clean energy solutions.
The 2nd round of the Manchester Prize is live, offering funding for innovative and AI-driven clean energy solutions. Innovators have until Jan 17 2025 to apply to help transform the UK into a clean energy superpower. The Manchester Prize is funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. Full Details: https://manchesterprize.org/
Lack of NHS dentists
I discussed with the British Dental Association (BDA) how to make real improvements in quality and availability of dentistry in Newcastle, through contract reform.
Tyne Bridge Restoration
Extra funding for the restoration of the iconic Tyne Bridge announced by the previous Government has yet to materialise. I asked the Minister to confirm that an uplift will be made available – and to join us in Newcastle on the Bridge for its centenary celebrations in 2028! Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1859576322277687547
Labour government reaffirms commitment to Ukraine and climate action, and backed the UN resolution calling for a Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages
In the last week the Labour govt has reaffirmed our commitment to Ukraine and climate action, and backed a UN resolution for a Gaza ceasefire and release of the hostages I asked the PM if he agrees it’s critical Britain and Britain’s values are back in action on the world stage Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1859884566632108269
Great to meet up with British Gas engineers during Gas Safety Week
Great to meet up with British Gas engineers during Gas Safety Week. We discussed the dangers of carbon monoxide, the importance of ensuring gas appliances are checked annually, and the future of the energy sector.
Nail biting end to NUFC Women’s match and Generous Geordie collection beforehand
What a great game! Nail biting end to NUFC Women’s match against Southampton and well done the Lasses! Well done also to all the Generous Geordies of all ages who contributed to Newcastle Fans Food Bank before the game!