Data from research by MoneySuperMarket says that many in Newcastle Central are paying more than we need to for our energy and insurance premiums. The research suggests that Newcastle Central [Benwell and Scotswood, Blakelaw, Elswick, Fenham, Kenton, Westgate, West Gosforth,…
Chi Onwurah welcomes progress on blue plaque to commemorate Frederick Douglass
Chi Onwurah has welcomed Newcastle City Council Historic Advisory Panel’s decision to accept the proposal for a blue plaque to commemorate social reformer and anti-slavery campaigner Frederick Douglass’ time in Newcastle. Chi has been campaigning for a plaque near Westgate…
Home Improvement for Landlords
It benefits nobody to have empty homes. They can cost their owners up to £7,000 a year[1] and lead to problems like dereliction, crime, pests, and rubbish dumping. This is not what the vast majority of landlords want. Half of…
Self-Build: Creating New Affordable Homes
One of the biggest concerns of my constituents is housing. Although Newcastle Council has made good progress reducing the figure, there are still thousands on the housing waiting list. An innovative way to deliver more affordable housing is through building…