Chi has commented on new research published by the House of Commons Library has revealed that Departments across Whitehall cut their research budgets by 7.6% despite a Government commitment to protect public investment in science.
The story was reported on …
Chi takes housing campaign to Westminster
Chi Onwurah MP for Newcastle Central has secured a special adjournment debate on
‘ Unoccupied houses available for private rental in Newcastle ’ in the House of Commons on Monday 12 November.
Chi sees …
Chi meets Business and Defence Ministers over BAE Scotswood
Chi Onwurah MP for Newcastle Central yesterday day met Business and Defence Ministers to discuss the future of the BAE site at Scotswood.
Chi said:
“ I was pleased that both …
As Wonga announced it intends to sponsor Newcastle United, local MP Chi Onwurah has expressed concern about the promoting of legal loan sharking in football.
Chi is calling on concerned fans to join the campaign urging clubs to refuse to …
• 9,000 waiting for more homes, whilst 4,000 private properties sit empty
• MP calls for Government to take action to free up empty homes, regulate the lettings market and better inform students of their rights and options
As Newcastle …
Chi spoke up for Firefighters today during a Parliamentary debate on fire service funding.
She argued that not only do they do an excellent job in tackling all kinds or emergencies but that their achievement in preventive work is outstanding.…
Tuesday, 4th September 2012
Chi used a parliamentary debate today to call on the Government and public service broadcasters to integrate more scientific content into their mainstream broadcasting.
Whilst recognising that some public service broadcasters, notably the BBC and Channel …
The government’s decision to cut investment in research will put the UK’s position as a world leading research base at risk, a report commissioned by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has found today.…