A quick pit stop at Butty and a Brew on Albert Road ahead of a day full of meetings and visits! Great to chat with owner Andrew about the success the team are having at their new location and of course I had to pick up a coffee which was delicious

Commiserations to Angeliki Stogia, Labour's loss is no reflection on the hard work that she alongside many activists put into the campaign. Congratulations to Hannah Spencer and the Green Party, I'm pleased you beat Reform and to have another working class MP in Parliament.

Another great British Kebab Awards this week Kebab shops and restaurants are in every city, town and village across the UK and represent the wonderful diversity in our society & provides thousands of jobs.

I met with @centrepointuk.bsky.social in Parliament to support their #NoYoungPersonLeftOut campaign. We must ensure that the hundreds of thousands of young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness across the UK get the support they need.

Good to meet with AMMF in Parliament to hear about recent advances, targeted treatments and immunotherapies, that are transforming the management of cholangiocarcinoma. It is time we #Rethink#LiverCancer & work to improve outcomes for people diagnosed with this lesser-known cancer.

Listening to my constituents is always my top priority, since my last column I’ve seen a huge increase in contacts thanks to the four different consultations and campaigns my office are currently running at the same time

Student Finance Repayments👇👇👇 It is not fair that people are being priced out of higher education, quite frankly the amount of interest being added onto plan 2 loans is a scandal and a rip off.

Local councils provide vital services incl. our libraries but cuts to funding have meant a 69% decrease in libraries in South Tyneside and 58% in Gateshead between 2010-2023.

If you live in Jarrow and Gateshead East, I want to know your views on how social media affects young people - especially in relation to the suggested ban of social media for under-16s. If you are willing to share your views, please complete my survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/byHPxNrqyE

Today marks 4 years since Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine. We remember those who have lost their lives and stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people. As an international community we must continue to work towards a lasting and just peace.

I'm pleased that Northumbria Police are investigating reports of racist messages sent following yesterday’s game between Sunderland AFC and Fulham. Racism has no place in football or society. Solidarity with Romaine Mundle and @safc.com

This week marks #eatingdisorderawarenessweek Please remember you are not alone. 💜 If you have an eating disorder or are supporting someone with an eating disorder there is lots of support available https://ow.ly/jI1E50YkhCE

Today's announcement that we will spend billions to make mainstream schools in England more inclusive for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is sorely needed.

Support for children with SEND is one of the issues I hear about most across Jarrow& Gateshead East I've written to the Secretary of State asking for updates on how Govt is planning to tackle long wait times for autism/ADHD assessments for children as part of the £3bn investment into SEND provision

I've signed my name to a motion calling for the introduction of an Essentials Guarantee to ensure support always covers the cost of necessities and that no one is left living in destitution

I visited Hebburn Comp to meet with the School Council who made excellent points during our discussion about the Government’s proposed changes to social media access for under-16s. If you live in Jarrow and Gateshead East please complete my survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/byHPxNrqyE

A busy week planning for the year ahead, visiting brilliant schools, meeting with campaign groups and spending time with local businesses - and supporting residents with casework issues! If you need support email me at [email protected]

Good to be out on the #labourdoorstep today with Stephen Rutherford for Hebburn North. I've worked with Stephen to deliver investment in Hebburn and I'm delighted he is now standing for Labour to work even harder for our community.

Lots going on this half term - Edberts House have a packed agenda! Trips need to be booked in advance but there are plenty of activities to drop in on

This LGBT+ History Month, @kateosbornemp.bsky.social writes about how the trade union movement has been at the heart of the fight for equality 🏳️‍🌈 🤝 👇 www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...

Plan 2 Student Loan Repayment👇 More and more constituents are contacting me about the unfair plan 2 student loan repayments. One Jarrow and Gateshead East constituent despite making a payment every month has had £2,677 added in interest to the amount she owes in the past year alone.

Following my parliamentary questions to the Minister, it's clear the FA have listened to comments from myself, from the pressure from campaign groups, clubs, and stakeholders, and paused these changes.

Privileged to have received this badge from the BCSSS Campaign Group and members of the Scheme After a long campaign, it was excellent to be part of ensuring that our Labour Govt released the 2.3 Billion investment reserve back to the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme miners pension members

This morning, I caught up with Cllr Geraldine Kilgour, Dave Green and the Save Fellgate Greenbelt campaigners I've worked closely with Dave and Cllr Kilgour and repeatedly raised concerns around the Local Plan and proposals to build on greenbelt land at Fellgate.

New rights for working people ✊ It's official!! the majority of the draconian 2016 Trade Union Act has been scrapped. Now our unions have more rights to support workers, and will help secure better pay & conditions for working people! #JoinAUnion

Today marks Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar, a sacred time of reflection, repentance and renewal. To all my friends and neighbours across Jarrow and Gateshead East marking this important season

Today inflation has fallen to its lowest rate in a year Lower food & petrol prices are helping ease the pressure on household budgets There is still much to do, but our Labour Government is delivering for our communities & I will continue to do all I can to support my constituents and communities.

Wishing everyone in the Jarrow and Gateshead East constituency and beyond a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year 🐎

The Government is looking for your input into a consultation aiming to improve support for adopted children and children in kinship care The consultation is open until 5th May, have your say www.gov.uk/government/c...

Our Armed Forces make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe. In June we will come together to show our support on Armed Forces Day. Labour have made £500,000 available for local events. Bid here: www.armedforcesday.org.uk/get-involved...

It is concerning to hear reports from Royal Mail staff that parcels are still taking priority over all letters and overtime to help deal with this issue, stopped. This is resulting in huge delays in post to our communities

The gender pay gap, which stands at £2,548 a year, means that many women have in effect worked for nothing so far this year.

Alongside over 25 Labour MPs,Trade union leaders and members groups I have signed calling for an end the factional culture coming from the top of the Labour Party and to restore Labour democracy and members’ rights. 🌹Add your name to the call here: tinyurl.com/RestoreLabou...

In case you missed it 👇 I want to hear directly from parents, young people and teachers, because your voices must shape what happens next Email [email protected].

New Zealand is the latest country to ban conversion practices. This vile abuse must be stopped everywhere, LGBTQI people do not need a cure. This week, I raised the issue in Parliament & wrote to our Govt again, asking for UK legislation to be brought forward now. #BanConversionPractices #LGBTHM

It has been another busy week! Parliament with LGBT History month debate and work on AI, Cyber Security, Railways Bill, Tobacco and Vapes bill, Palantir, Pharmacies, Capita pensions issue and so much more!

This is gonna be a big one: pit.live/events/the-t...

"Though Stonewall became globally known, Compton's shows us the truth: trans women of colour have always been at the heart of queer liberation."

In incredible news, the European Parliament has voted overwhelmingly for "The Full Recognition Of Trans Women As Women." Even the center-right European People's Party voted for the declaration. It will form a foundation for their position at the UN Commission on the Status of Women. Our latest.

Maya and her family were failed by the system, I spoke to the Northern Echo reiterating my support for Maya’s Law to be brought into law so that this can never happen again. Child abuse is abhorrent and every case must have the proper resources and attention to ensure every child is protected.

Labour for Trans Rights welcomes the High Court’s decision that service providers may continue to operate toilet and changing room facilities on a trans-inclusionary basis.

We've written to Bridget Phillipson to point out she's legally obliged to reject the EHRC's draft guidance The Government committed in its manifesto to “remove indignities for trans people”. We're asking that they take steps to protect the trans community & correct what the Supreme Court got wrong

Yep: The EHRC’s draft code of practice got the law wrong and must be changed.

This ruling is disappointing but one thing is clear: the EHRC’s draft code of practice got the law wrong and must be changed. Women's and men's toilets can be provided on a trans-inclusive basis for customers and service users. [1/3]

The High Court today confirms that the EHRC's draft code of practice got the law wrong and must be changed. Women's and men's toilets can be provided on a trans- inclusive basis for customers and service users.

An apology is not enough. My constituents on the civil service pension scheme have been left without money and in huge distress due to Capita's failings. Good intentioned words and apologies will not pay my constituents bills, put food on their tables or stop them falling into debt.

I welcome this decision. The government should now accept this judgement and not waste public money on an appeal. We must protect the right to protest whether or not it's about what is happening in Palestine or Animal Rights I will consistently speak out against the criminalisation of protest.

As a proud LGBTQIA+ MP, it is such an honour to have opened the One Centre, our region’s dedicated LGBTQ+ community centre based in my beautiful Jarrow and Gateshead East constituency.

Good to see the BBC cover the Civil Service Pensions issue this morning. Capita will be questioned by MPs on the ongoing delays due to the incompetent handling of the civil service pension scheme.

My latest for Shields Gazette on #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek I have been inundated with emails from parents worried about the impact of social media on children’s mental health, from exposure to harmful content to online bullying and unrealistic pressures.