Great to visit Farne Primary School in Newbiggin Hall
Great to visit Farne Primary School in Newbiggin Hall, and discussion with the Headteacher on the educational challenges and opportunities facing the new Labour Government. It was fantastic to meet some of the enthusiastic students and dedicated teachers too!
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
A warm welcome at the Christmas Coffee Morning in Westerhope Methodist Church
Thanks to everyone at Westerhope Methodist Church for the warm welcome, tea, tombola, jam and lively conversation on offer at their Christmas Coffee Morning last weekend. Great to meet the Revs Lyda Coulthard again.
To celebrate Small Business Saturday I visited Flowerzone in Westerhope
To celebrate Small Business Saturday, I visited Flowerzone in Westerhope, and saw their beautiful bouquets and arrangements. Small businesses are vital in Newcastle, contributing to our community and local economy. Be sure to support a small businesses near you!
Individual Issues raised by constituents October 2024
Policy Issues raised by constituents October 2024
Supporting Amnesty International and Human Rights
Supporting Amnesty International Attending the Parliamentary Human Rights Day event to celebrate human rights and the role they play in building a better future
Fantastic to visit, with Laura Willis of Newcastle Food Bank, the Chapel House Tesco’s Winter Food Collection
Fantastic to visit, with Laura Willis of Newcastle Food Bank, the Chapel House Tesco’s Winter Food Collection, supporting Fare Share & the Trussell Trust. Great to see Newcastle Central and West coming together as a community and helping those who face food poverty. Thank you to the volunteers and everyone who has donated.
Reclaim The Night
Fantastic to join so many women from across the region coming together in Newcastle City Centre to Reclaim The Night and demand an end to violence against women and girls. So empowering to march with so many strong, determined women! Thanks to the Northern TUC for organising the event.
My statement on how I voted on the Assisted Dying Bill
Many constituents asked me to speak in the debate on Assisted Dying. However 170 MPs asked to speak and there was only standing room in the Chamber. I followed the many excellent contributions on all sides but still voted in line with my statement below. My statement on how I voted on the Assisted Dying […]