Woman sexually assaulted at a Travelodge when staff gave a stranger access to her room
In an absolutely appalling case a woman was sexually assaulted at a Travelodge when staff gave a stranger pretending to be her boyfriend access to her room. Women deserve better! Together with many colleagues I’ve written to Travelodge to demand a meeting and urgent answers.
Government announce a consultation – following the removal of the mandatory element of digital ID
I am pleased the government announced a consultation today following the removal of the mandatory element of digital ID. I asked the minister to ensure that digital ID will be built using good data practices to deliver easier access to public services. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/2031398015156547715
Newcastle’s historic gateway Sallyport Tower
A fantastic tour of Newcastle’s historic gateway Sallyport Tower, preserved, restored and repurposed as The Secret Tower, a beautiful events venue, bringing visitors to Newcastle to invest in our economy and heritage, a great small business supporting our past and future.
International Womens Day
So many inspiring women in our wonderful region. Some of them are named here, and it’s a privilege to be one of them! https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/100-inspiring-north-east-women-33552959
Dear Newcastle March 2026
Dear Newcastle March 2026 : https://chionwurahmp.com/wp-content/uploads/Dear-Newcastle-March-2026.pdf
Individual Issues raised by constituents February 2026
Policy Issues raised by constituents February 2026
World Book Day in Newcastle
As a child I loved reading, it opened up whole worlds for me and we know it helps boost young people’s academic attainment and wellbeing. This World Book Day I am delighted to see the celebration of reading in Newcastle Central and West, encouraging a love of reading across the city.
Pearson Engineering, Scotswood Road
Constituents contact me regularly with concerns about Pearson Engineering on Scotswood Road. I have visited Pearson Engineering on multiple occasions, and maintain contact via regular correspondence to raise issues with the CEO of Pearson Engineering. Their latest letter to me states: “Pearson Engineering primarily makes equipment to detect and move mines and to overcome obstacles […]
Concerns regarding the Middle East
There are many Geordies in the Gulf including in our armed forces, so I thanked the PM for his support. Iran is a murderous, despotic regime, but bombs raining down will not make my constituents feel safer – I asked how he can restore security to the region. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/2028536618177511742