Swing Bridge – pressing the case for restoration especially being able to swing again!
Northern industry built this nation, but the previous government neglected our industrial heritage – one reason why Newcastle’s iconic Swing Bridge no longer swings. I asked the Minister for funding support to get the Swing Bridge swinging again! Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/2026999772326899951 Chronicle Live: https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/swing-bridge-parliament-chi-onwurah-33498045
Protection of children from online harms
When I joined Facebook in 2005, you had to be over 18. 20 years later, children as young as 13 are growing up with almost unrestricted access to social media shaping their lives and brains. The Tories’ failure to act over those years amounts to negligence of the highest order Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/2026358095639691290
Leasehold reform – why its needed
I strongly welcome this Labour Government’s action to free so many of my constituents from the feudal injustice of leasehold. What is leasehold reform and why does it matter? : https://x.com/i/status/2016559949539660063 Earlier I asked what hope I can offer constituents who still cannot extend their lease or buy their freehold because of the Mary Magdalene […]
Innovation in the NHS
Last month’s Science Innovation & Technology committee brought festive cheer by hearing how science is helping eradicate diseases like cervical cancer. But experts said it could be difficult getting new treatments adopted by the NHS. I asked the Secretary of State how he would ensure innovation benefits British patients. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1877037743571632554
Four years of Tory austerity halved the funding for Newcastle City Council so I welcome news of the Labour government’s increased funding
Four years of Tory austerity halved the funding for Newcatsle City Council which left businesses and families drowning in uncertainty so I welcome news of increased funding I asked if there was light at the end of the tunnel with reforms to let the North East build the economy and public services we choose Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1869427754313126320 […]
Clean Seas and Rivers – under the Tories people had to campaign for sewage-free waterways as if it was a privilege, not a right
I asked the Secretary of State for if, like me, he finds it amazing that under the Tories, people had to campaign for sewage-free waterways as if it was a privilege, not a right I was also keen to know how much profit was taken out by the water companies instead of being invested! Parliament […]
Housing in Newcastle is the number one issue so I welcome the government’s new planning framework
After 14 years of neglect, indifference and downright obstruction by the Tories, housing in Newcastle is the number one issue so I welcome the government’s new planning framework I asked what the government will do to ensure housing is high quality, with the infrastructure constituents need Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1867257196829974920
Syria’s many ethnic, religious and political groups form a challenging pathway to a peaceful & inclusive society
The complexity of Syrian ethnic, religious and political groups makes the pathway to an inclusive Syria challenging. I asked the Government what steps the UK can take to bring together Syrian representatives to help enable them to build the peaceful, stable Syria we all wish to see. Parliament TV: https://x.com/i/status/1866532143771361660
Make the ARTS more accessible
NE cultural orgs like @TheatreRoyalNew @NTR_PROJECTA & @inharmonyNE West Newcastle Symphony Orchestra open arts to working class & regional talent. But they are over-subscribed &/or funding is threatened. I asked for a debate on how Govt will make Arts more accessible. pic.twitter.com/iXHNVPPfxi — Chi Onwurah ???? (@ChiOnwurah) July 21, 2023 Chi Onwurah (Newcastle upon Tyne […]
The Horizon Post Office Scandal is one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in this country
The Horizon Post Office Scandal is one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in this country. Sir Wyn's report confirms that the compensation schemes for postmasters are a mess. I asked the govt if they would sort out the process & get a grip on the Post Office management. pic.twitter.com/bwNrzS2uJP — Chi Onwurah ???? (@ChiOnwurah) […]