Westminster News

ST JOHN FISHER RC CHURCH Over the weekend I had the pleasure of joining the ‘chain gang’ for a Civic Service at St John Fisher RC Church in Sedgefield. Myself...

SEDGEFIELD RACECOURSE This weekend I joined Richard Holden MP for The Durham National. A fixture at Sedgefield since 1955, The Durham National is the biggest...

I welcomed the commitment to invest in #NorthernPowerhouseRail and asked for plans to be put in place to bring the Leamside Line into the full #rail project...

ANIMAL HOSPITAL Last week I had the chance to visit Wear Referrals Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Hospital in Bradbury. This fantastic facility employs...

I welcome bursaries of up to £27,000 for trainee teachers in boost for priority subjects. The Government is boosting bursaries and scholarships for teachers in...

WESTMINSTER UPDATE I really enjoyed the conference last week, and in particular the very positive fringe meetings discussing transport infrastructure...

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay It’s okay not to be okay and if you’re struggling, it’s okay to reach out for support. #WorldMentalHealthDay is a reminder that...

JUST ANNOUNCED £122 MILLION to help 100,000 people who receive mental health support back into work. Growing the economy means growing employment opportunities...

NEWTON AYCLIFFE AMBULANCE STATION I had the opportunity to meet the incredible staff at the Newton Aycliffe Ambulance Station to see first-hand some of the life...