The Global Talent Fund excludes the North—despite our world-class institutions – I am taking this up with the Minister
The Global Talent Fund excludes the North—despite our world-class institutions. Why does the Global Talent Fund miss out the North of England? I’ve asked the Science Minister why no region north of Birmingham was prioritised and why the selection process he set out to me wasn’t evidence, geography or policy based I have now asked […]
Great news for Newcastle! £121.8m to transform Forth Yards to deliver 2,500 new homes
Great news for Newcastle! £121.8m has been approved to transform Forth Yards – an exciting regeneration project that will: 🏡 Deliver 2,500 new homes for local people 💼 Create hundreds of jobs 🌳 Build green spaces & a thriving new community A game-changer for our city’s future
A powerful report from the Molly Rose Foundation regarding suicide & self-harm online content aimed at teens
A powerful report from the Molly Rose Foundation New research finds algorithms continue to recommend suicide, self-harm and depression content at scale Pervasive-by-design shows TikTok & Instagram were recommending suicide & self-harm content to teens at industrial levels – just weeks before the Online Safety Act came into effect. We must listen, learn AND act […]
Great to visit Spincraft in the Newburn Industrial Estate at Lemington
Great to visit Spincraft in the Newburn Industrial Estate, Lemington, who offer advanced metal forming for defence, space, oil and gas. We discussed how Govt can be more transparent in procurement timetables, the upcoming 10-year defence plan and opportunities in the space sector
Lovely visit to Newcastle West End Sport Community Association, Newcastle West End Football club and Cowgate cricket club
Lovely visit to Newcastle West End Sport Community Association, Newcastle West End Football club and Cowgate cricket club to see how they support cricket, football, and local youth activities at their Blakelaw site.
Always a great pleasure to drop in on Blakelaw Community Centre especially Tuesdays for the Community Pantry
Always a great pleasure to drop in on Blakelaw Community Centre especially Tuesdays when Community Pantry helps residents save money on their weekly food shop including fresh food and household staples living in the ward can join Juna Sathian https://www.yourlocalpantry.co.uk/pantry-listings/newcastle-community-pantry-blakelaw-community-centre/
How the Government can plug the significant gaps in the Online Safety Act.
Is enough being done to tackle the spread of misinformation and online harms on social media? Last month, the House of Commons select committee on Science Innovation & Technology published a report on how the Government can plug the significant gaps in the Online Safety Act. Read here: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5901/cmselect/cmsctech/441/report.html
Under this Labour government – children are back in school in record numbers
Under this Labour government, children are back in school in record numbers – 5 million more days in class and 140,000 fewer persistently absent pupils. Thank you to everyone in Newcastle Central & West helping secure brighter futures for our children! Record attendance gains unlock over £2bn in future earnings – GOV.UK
Great to visit Schnoobert productions in Newcastle City Centre
Great to visit Schnoobert productions in Newcastle City Centre. They are the team behind Hebburn, Death on the Tyne and the Chris Ramsey Show. We discussed how to ensure more North East stories are told by local production companies and the regulatory challenge they face.
I’ve joined MPs calling on the Prime Minister to urgently enable safe passage for Gaza students
I’ve joined MPs calling on the Prime Minister to urgently enable safe passage for Gaza students like Haia Mohammed—offered UK scholarships but blocked by visa barriers. Having overcome terrible challenges these students deserve the chance to pursue their education