Northumbria University News! Friday, 26 January, 2024 Northumbria University's Innovations: Shaping a Brighter Future for Our Local Area I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates from Northumbria University, and it's all about innovation, growth, and making a positive impact on our community! First, let me introduce you to two incredible projects that are set to reshape our region's future: The North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST)... Local News
Today marks the eighth and final day of Hanukkah! 15th December 2023 Hanukkah is a Jewish festival that reaffirms the ideals of Judaism and commemorates in particular the rededication of the Second Temple of Jerusalem by the... Westminster News
Good news story – Footpath sorted! 13th December 2023 With the fog and rain becoming regular features of our daily lives now in North West Durham, even things like broken footpaths covered with leaves could be very... Local News
Christmas Card Competition Wrapped Up! 11th December 2023 With hundreds of fantastic entries sent through to my constituency office in #consett , it has been a tough challenge to pick a winner. This is my third annual... Local News
Good News Story - Council Tax Reduction sorted! 8th December 2023 There are a host of valid reasons why Council Tax may be reduced or cut altogether. It is an important way to support people who would otherwise be struggling... Local News
Go North East Bus Services will resume in full from Saturday as the bus drivers vote to accept pay deal 1st December 2023 I’m very glad that this dispute is now over. It’s clearly taken too long to resolve and I spoke to drivers and the company during the dispute. I hope that this... Local News
Parkside Academy - A Duke of Edinburgh Success Story! 30th November 2023 Great to pop by Parkside Academy to meet the children who took part in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, thanks to headteacher Ms Kelly Armstrong for inviting me... Local News
Robert Pottsselected as Durham Constabulary Police and Crime Commissioner candidate for your local Conservatives! 28th November 2023 I am delighted to support Rob in his bid to become the next Police and Crime Commissioner for County Durham. He is a veteran and former Sergeant in the Durham... Local News
Good News Story - Winter Fuel Payment Win! 27th November 2023 With the chilly nights coming thick and fast now, the Winter Fuel Payment is a lifeline for many pensioners. Ms S of Frosterley is no different. While she was... Local News
Two new models securing thousands of jobs for a decade as huge investment is secured for the Sunderland Nissan Plant! 24th November 2023 Massive vote of confidence in the North East by Nissan today, investing £2 billion in the Sunderland plant. This will secure over 6,000 jobs in our area and... Local News