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Parents want more qualified teachers in classrooms Parents want to know what their child is being taught Parents want free breakfast clubs Parents want cheaper uniforms Parents want stronger safeguards Labour is on the side of parents. The Tories & Reform aren't.

I took time yesterday to drop in to the UCU parliamentary lobby yesterday and chat to regional official Lawson. We discussed the financial pressures the higher education sector is currently facing which have led to proposals to cut staff in universities across the North East,

I was delighted to chat to girls from the North East and Liverpool today, through The Girls' Network charity event. The charity was established 12 years ago by two teachers with the mission to connect girls and young women to mentors while they are still in school. They work across

What a treat to have a brief chat to volunteers from Mountain Rescue teams from around the country in between meetings on Tuesday. I'm looking forward to hopefully catching up with a constituent who is a member of Teesdale and Weardale Search and Rescue Team to hear more about

So interesting to meet folk at the BCA drop in event this week where I heard more about how people in Durham could be better supported to receive faster treatment for Musculoskeletal (MSK) and back pain conditions and how this could add millions back into the UK

On Wednesday, I was pleased to host The Traveller Movement's parliamentary event to celebrate the achievements of their Women’s Empowerment Network. The network offers a safe space for like minded romani (gypsy), roma and Irish Traveller women and girls to come together and share

Following a vast amount of correspondence from constituents, and my own concerns around proposals in the Pathways to Work Green Paper announced in Parliament this week, I've written to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and the Prime Minister. 👇

Working closely with Life InDurham by Durham BID and the City of Durham Parish Council to support local businesses has been a priority of mine for years. I received contact from them this week about changes to business rates and I share their concerns which I've swiftly relayed to the Chancellor.

Just finished watching #Adolescence 📺 I can see how it has opened the eyes of so many people across the country to how poisonous mobile phones and social media can be on our young people - particularly the toxic masculinity boys are witnessing. I’m thankful that my children

As social security reforms rightly dominated the news last week, it was easy for other announcements from the government to be overlooked. ICYMI - Here are some of them. ⬇️

At the North East APPG today there were interesting discussions and plans for boosting our economy in the NE. However, a key issue is improving regional transport in County Durham. I will keep holding companies like Arriva and Go North East to account to ensure better

Delighted to speak in the chamber today as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill completed its remaining stages and is now off to the Lords! 🚬⏭️ If you know me, you’ll know I’ve always been passionate about a smokefree future and this Bill is a world-leading piece of health legislation

Today I’m announcing £3.8 billion of capital investment to fund 54,500 new school places across the country and improve the condition of school buildings. This will help deliver: ✅ More support for children with SEND ✅ Better school buildings ✅ Improved learning environment

Some initial thoughts on the #SpringStatement. ⬇️

“These cuts go against everything I believe in.” Me in The Northern Echo today. ⬇️🗞️👀 thenorthernecho.co.uk/opinion/250466…

A great reception on the doors in Brandon yesterday as I ventured out with campaigners and one of the wonderful candidates standing for the division at the local elections - Nick! I’ve known Nick for over 5 years now and, as I have the pleasure of him working in my constituency

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mams across my constituency. ❤️ I’m remembering my lovely mam, she’s such a huge miss every day. I had a special moment at church this morning when I bumped into Elizabeth (selfie photo with her here), who I recently found out went to

Wishing my friends in the Durham Muslim Community a very peaceful and joyous Eid-al-Fitr. #EidMubarak

An absolute pleasure to stop off in Bearpark yesterday for the new banner celebration event. Anyone in County Durham will understand the importance of the banners to the pit villages, this gorgeous one will hopefully grace the city streets with it’s presence on the second

Hi EDF 🇬🇧 I've heard from a disabled constituent who has had no hot water for a week, despite engineer visits and promises to get parts to repair boiler it remains unresolved. She has had no contact from you today. Can you sort ASAP? I emailed you earlier, please acknowledge.