David Smith MP 🌹
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I’m totally humbled by the trust that the people of North Northumberland have placed in me, & the Labour Party tonight. It is the greatest honour of my life.
I’m still coming to terms with the magnitude of this trust and the amazing support I’ve received from so many. Thank you
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There have been a lot of First Day photos (especially of Labour colleagues) so, not to be outdone…!
And just one other note: the House Staff, from security to catering to those helping with our induction have been absolutely superb. So welcoming and professional. Thank you!
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What an incredible few days. The magnitude of the result is still resonating as I hurtle towards London to begin my Parliamentary induction.
To everyone in North Northumberland: I promise to do you proud, to be your advocate and your servant.
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Today I took the Oath in the House of Commons, to formally become the Member of Parliament for North Northumberland.
In doing so, I commit to representing all of the people of North Northumberland to the absolute best of my abilities. It is an incredible honour to serve you.
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I'm honoured to have been selected as
@UKLabour
's candidate for the new constituency of
#NorthNorthumberland
at the coming General Election.
And it can't come soon enough. With Labour we have the chance to ensure that Northumberland's future shines as brightly as its past.
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As I head back North to Northumberland, my highlights of our 2 weeks in Parliament include:
- Taking the Oath
- Meeting Mr Speaker
- Our incredible programme announced in the Kings Speech
- Attending a debate on rural healthcare
- Sitting behind the first Labour PM for 14 years
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Being Member of Parliament for North Northumberland is an honour and a privilege. It’s my only job, just as it should be. The changes made today were a significant step forward for the integrity of our democracy.
We’re restoring trust in politics & respect in Parliament by tightening the rules further on second jobs for MPs & setting up a new committee to drive up standards, culture & working practices.
We’re turning the page on the sleaze & scandal of the past.
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We have a magnificent coastline with so much to offer here in North Northumberland - all the way from Lynemouth to Berwick.
It’s looking cracking tonight.
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I had a lovely visit to Felton & Thirston Fair this afternoon. It was great to be back in the constituency after a week in Parliament, meeting constituents, and hearing their hopes for what our Labour Govt can deliver for North Northumberland. Thank you for the warm welcomes!
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I’m glad that I was able to attend the
@LFPME
reception tonight in Parliament and hear Alf Dubs speak on the desperate need for a ceasefire, and a lasting and just peace between Palestine & Israel.
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What a fantastic launch event we’ve had in
#Berwick
today! We followed it up by knocking on about 700 doors, & had a great reception from residents.
Thanks to everyone who came and especially to
@KiMcGuinness
for her rousing speech.
Remember,
#VoteLabour
on 4th July for
#change
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Thanks to everyone today in
#Amble
,
#Shilbottle
&
#Hadston
who offered us their encouragement. Thanks especially to Pamela in
#WiddringtonStation
who tracked me down to tell me that, although she’s voted Tory all her life, this time she’s voted
#Labour
for the
#change
we need.
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We’re getting on with the job.
BREAKING: Following talks with water bosses, the Secretary of State
@SteveReedMP
sets out his first steps for cleaning up our rivers, lakes and seas.
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What a great way to welcome
@AngelaRayner
and the battle bus to the North East, and what a brilliant
@UKLabour
team to be part of! 🌹
It’s time for
#Change
Hiya
@AngelaRayner
’s battle bus 👋
Amazing to see so many
@UKLabour
members and activists together in one place! 🌹
Great to welcome Angela and all our General Election candidates to Gateshead with a very loud, clear message of Change ❤️🌹
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Having my first coffee of the day at one of my favourite stops in
#Northumberland
,
@runningfoxcafe
in Shilbottle, before a busy day of canvassing. If you see me and the team around Alnwick or Morpeth, pop over and say hello.
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I’ve had a useful meeting this morning with the leadership of the Glendale Gateway Trust
@CheviotCentre
, about what more we can collectively do to ensure that Wooler retains a Post Office for the long term, with all the vital services to the local community that this includes.
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What a great day! We’ve been all over N Northumberland, canvasssing in Longhoughton, Felton, Morpeth & Longframlington. It was especially good to have
@KiMcGuinness
& Baroness Joyce Quin with us.
Remember: the only way to secure change it is to
#VoteLabour
on the 4th of July
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Tomorrow, the choice for change is in your hands in North Northumberland.
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Great morning in sunny
#Berwick
. Thank you to all of the many people who stopped us in the street in the town centre to tell us that they’ve voted Labour.
We have the chance to make history today and elect a Labour MP for large swathes of Northumberland for the 1st time!
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It was fascinating to visit
@rafboulmer
today & be shown round by
@StnCdrBoulmer
. I also visited The Beacon to see the work being done to support the RAF community.
Boulmer plays a vital role in the defence of our country & it’s an honour to represent the station & the staff
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A great morning today out in
#Widdrington
and
#Amble
. People keep telling us that we are the only canvassers that they’ve seen - not just in the campaign but for years.
If you want
#change
, if you want an MP who will be there for you all year round, then
#VoteLabour
🌹
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After another busy week in Parliament, it’s so great to be back in the constituency this weekend.
It was a joy to reunite with many of the core campaign team and to discuss our plans for the coming months.
And is there a more picturesque start line than
@thepasturespr
?
#Alnwick
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Out on the doors today meeting residents in
#Alnwick
. I promised to be available, accessible and visible, and to listen to the concerns and hopes that the people of North Northumberland have - and that’s what I’m doing.
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I was really chuffed to be given this Bird Box, handmade from old pallets by the brilliantly named Un-Palletable Youth Project in
#Amble
.
Now we just need to find the right Constituency Office to attach it to. The good news is that we’re working on that & will share details soon
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I’ve had a great day across North Northumberland today at two events which exemplify the outstanding community spirit that we have here: the
@GlendaleShow
and the church Fete at St John the Baptist parish church in Alnmouth. Very different events and both brilliant occasions.
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This afternoon we’ve been knocking doors, this time in
#Amble
,
#Ellington
and
#Lynemouth
.
For too long, these communities have been left-behind and overlooked by a Conservative Government and a Conservative Council.
The only way to change this is to
#voteLabour
on Thursday 🌹
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We’ve been out around
#Alnwick
and
#Ellington
this afternoon, to a great reception - even if we did occasionally have to hide from the rain!
Remember: Polls close at 10pm. And if you want change you have to vote for it. 🌹🌹🌹🌹
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Having spent the last 8 years leading a NE-based
#homelessness
charity, it’s an issue I’m passionate about.
So I was delighted to be elected as a Vice-Chair of the APPG on homelessness today alongside
@emily4MK
, and under the Co-chairmanship of
@PaulaBarkerMP
&
@BobBlackman
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Possibly the last thing I expected I’d be doing as a new MP was anchoring a Tug-of-war team! But a huge thanks to the Higher Sports team from Alnwick Baptist Church for the warm welcome & great summer sports programme they have for local young people. And obviously my team won 😀
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We’ve had a brilliant day of meeting residents across Lynemouth, Ellington and Widdrington Station today in the glorious
#Northumberland
sunshine with
@ScottDickinson0
& the Labour team.
The clear message we’re hearing is that it’s time for change, and
@UKLabour
is that change.
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The sun was splitting the pavements in
#Morpeth
and
#Alnmouth
today! Feels like the summer has arrived - and that hope and change are just around the corner.
Let’s do this:
#voteLabour
on 4th July 🌹🌹
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In North Northumberland we welcome the announcement of a General Election. It’s not before time. We look forward to bringing Labour’s message of change and hope to the electorate over the coming weeks.
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It was good to be back out today again in Pegswood and Morpeth, meeting residents on their doorsteps, listening to their concerns and offering my support.
#Laboursoorstep
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Another great day around beautiful
#NorthNorthumberland
starting in sunny
#Berwick
meeting residents & receiving some really +ve responses. Then to
#Alnwick
to visit one of my favourite small businesses
@Beehive_Alnwick
to hear about their challenges.
Clearly we need
#Change
🌹
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We’ve had a brilliant afternoon speaking to residents in & around
#Rothbury
today. It was hot work so we popped into the Turk’s Head for a cold drink. Our final stop was the Solidarity Farm to hear from John about how farming can inspire kids excluded from mainstream education.
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@SuperWicksy
Hi Jacqui - I and
@UKLabour
are here! We’re out all week every week until the election, knocking doors and meeting community groups. We’ve met hundreds of people in
#NorthNorthumberland
in the last few weeks alone.
Here’s more about me:
I'm honoured to have been selected as
@UKLabour
's candidate for the new constituency of
#NorthNorthumberland
at the coming General Election.
And it can't come soon enough. With Labour we have the chance to ensure that Northumberland's future shines as brightly as its past.
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When two of your constituents are former MPs, & Parliamentarians of great renown, it could make the role as their new Member of Parliament somewhat intimidating! So thank you to the lovely
@chrismullinexmp
& Baroness Joyce Quin for sharing their warmth, kindness & insights today
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What a lovely day
@WarkworthShow
. Such a great community spirit and something for everyone to enjoy. I was pleased to meet Warkworth Green Matters, and I was even asked to start the fun run. Well done to the organising team & everyone involved in making it happen.
#Warkworth
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It was great to be out on the
#labourdoorstep
again in
#Berwick
today. We had so many discussions with residents who are desperate for change. If you trust me and
@uklabour
with your vote on 4th July, we will serve the WHOLE of
#NorthNorthumberland
. 🌹
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Sometimes even we have to hide from the rain on the
#LabourDoorstep
! Grateful for this shelter in Ulgham, and also for the man who I spoke to who was going to vote Reform, but is now going to vote
@UKLabour
on July 4th 🌹🌹
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We’ve had a fantastic time in
#Berwick
celebrating Minden Day with the veterans of the Kings Own Scottish Borderers, followed by meeting Darcie, this year’s Salmon Queen.
There is so much happening here to enjoy including events next weekend for the Berwick Old Bridge 400th.
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I recently met some Trustees of
@TheMaltings
in
#Berwick
to discuss the vital role culture & entertainment will have in the regeneration of the town, & to hear about their exciting plans for the future of the venue (and the brilliant Lowry exhibition is definitely worth a visit!)
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We’ve had a lovely coffee-themed afternoon in and around
#Seahouses
and
#HolyIsland
.
Seahouses cafe, followed by a Holy Island doorknock. Thanks to Neil & Cath (& Innis the dog) for taking us in out of the rain and giving us lovely coffee 😀🌹🌹
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We’re sweltering in the sun in
#Pegswood
today! It’s been really worth it though to meet lots of residents, and to hear just how many of them are planning to
#VoteLabour
on 4th July 🌹
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It was brilliant to get out canvassing with the
@NNlandCLP
team in
#Morpeth
#NorthNorthumberland
tonight as we look toward the General Election.
We had some brilliant conversations with residents: there is a palpable appetite for the change which
@UKLabour
is ready to bring.
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I loved the fair
@cuthbertschurch
this weekend, raising funds for a vital community institution. And I can highly recommend the Afternoon Tea Takeaway. Delicious!
Looking forward to the next one in December.
#Amble
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We’ve had some fantastic conversations today with residents in Alnwick & Morpeth. There’s a real desire for a change of government, and huge enthusiasm for
@UKLabour
.
You can make this change possible, including in
#Northnorthumberland
, by voting for Labour on 4th July.
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I was delighted to attend the
@NFUtweets
Parliamentary reception today, to hear
@ProagriLtd
& DEFRA Minister
@DanielZeichner
talk about the importance of farming to our country: not least because food security is national security. Lots of Labour colleagues there too.
#farming
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Also, thank you to the lovely
#Berwick
resident who’s going to
#VoteLabour
, and offered some of the team ice lollies to keep them going!
#VoteLabour
on July 4th 🌹
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Fantastic to be out in
#Alnwick
tonight with some of our
@NNlandCLP
team. We had several conversations in particular with residents who are telling us that they are planning to vote for Labour for the first time. Only Labour can beat the Tories here and bring the change we need.
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Today the Labour government began setting out plans to grow our economy in the interest of the country as a whole. These are our first, important steps:
We're bringing forward new laws to help:
✔️ Create wealth in every community
✔️ Build houses and infrastructure
✔️ Improve transport and create more jobs
✔️ Secure clean energy
Find out more about what the
#KingsSpeech
means for you here 👇
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A lovely day today in & around
#Berwick
starting with a very positive doorknock in Norham. We popped into
@NorthernEdge_
for a pit stop before going to
@OfficialBRFC
to meet fans before their pre-season friendly, finally knocking doors in Glamis Hill.
#VoteLabour
for change 🌹
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The best part about putting yourself forward to be a Member of Parliament is the people whom you’re privileged to meet.
Today I had so many great conversations and interactions with residents in Berwick, Bowsden and finally in the Alnwick hustings.
🌹
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Longframlington today for a canvass. One conversation with some residents stands out especially. They were just so pleased that we had come! They said “no political candidate ever comes here at a General Election”. We were pleased to break that mould!
#VoteLabour
on July 4th
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A little bit of rain won’t put us off our
#Labourdoorstep
to bring the change we need in
#Alnwick
and
#NorthNorthumberland
.
#VoteLabour
on July 4th 🌹🌹
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Our canvassing session in
#Alnwick
has taken us on some interesting paths this morning! And there are a lot of people we’re speaking to who are choosing the path of
#change
and voting
#Labour
.
Remember, if you want
#change
from the chaos of the last 14 years then
#voteLabour
🌹
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Another busy morning on the campaign trail, this time in
#Morpeth
.
We had a really positive response from residents in St George’s Park first. Then on to Vision Northumberland for a chat about Visual Impairment in the County. Finally, a peach iced tea in Cafe des Amis!
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A big thank you to
@RNLI
Berwick Operations Manager Kevin Knox for the tour of the Station today and the briefing on the life-saving work that they do up and down the Northumberland coast alongside other Stations including Seahouses, Craster & Amble.
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Great to be with you all to hear about the brilliant work that Amble Development Trust has done for 30 years now (including some top class puns).
It was lovely to see our new MP David Smith at the exhibition of 30 years of Amble Development Trust's work this morning. He was a very good sport, as Matthew is undoubtedly pointing to some terrible pun
@dsnorthnorth
@MatthewConnolly
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I’m delighted to be putting myself forward to be Labour’s candidate in North Northumberland. I really believe that, if selected, together we can make history by electing a Labour MP here for the first time. Here’s why:
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It was a real privilege to be able to lay a wreath today in
#Amble
for the
#DDay
80th commemoration on behalf of North Northumberland Labour Party.
What a moving and well-attended event to remember the sacrifices of the D-day generation.
#LestWeForget
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What a lovely morning for
#ParkRun
! One of my favourites -
@druridgeparkrun
. Great to see our NE Mayor
@KiMcGuinness
there along with other friends.
A good start to our day of campaigning 🌹
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We had a warm reception in Stobhill,
#Morpeth
tonight with our
@NNlandCLP
campaign team. So many people desperate for
#change
and committing to
#VoteLabour
on July 4th 🌹🌹
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We’ve had a busy day, doorknocking in Embleton & Christon Bank, bracketed by a stop at the Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel (to catch up on emails from voters), and a stop at South Farm in Rock to hear about the challenges & opportunities for farmers. Another positive day & response 🌹
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Last visit of the day, to
@CalmerTherapy
in
#Morpeth
.
In
#CarersWeek
, it’s been very moving to see the incredible work they do to support children with special educational needs, despite all of the obstacles placed in their way.
As a country, we *have* to do better on SEN.
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Popped in to Little Nippers in
#Seahouses
to discuss the inequity of business rates. Labour will replace the business rates system, with a new one that will level the playing field between the high street & online giants. (& I had a pasty from Scott’s because it’d be rude not to)
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I was really pleased to be able to meet some of the residents of Seahouses and surrounding areas today at the Seahouses Community Hub.
The most important thing that any politician can do is to *listen*. I left with a lot to think about.
There was a clear desire for
#change
🌹
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I grew up in awe of the heroism of my Grandpa who served his country as an infantryman for 6 years during WW2. The men and women of his generation are unmatched in my opinion.
On the 80th anniversary of
#Dday
, I remember him & the millions of others who fought for our freedom.
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I'm pleased to report that - from this Benefits Check Surgery today in Pegswood - my team &
@NorthumbrianCAB
have helped residents to access £12k in Benefits that they are entitled to but have not been claiming up to this point.
Next surgery is in Wooler, this Weds 9.30-12.
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Loads of support for
@UKLabour
in Lesbury this afternoon - especially from residents that we met who work in the
#NHS
.
And several residents keen to display that it’s time for
#change
#VoteLabour
on July 4th 🌹🌹🌹
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I had a wonderful visit to a
@NorthWildlife
site in West Chevington this evening with their CEO
@Mike_Pratt_NWT
. It was amazing to see how sustainable farming, the regeneration of bio-diversity and renewable energy generation can be mutually beneficial in & for
#Northumberland
.
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It really is an honour to be part of such a great
#Labour
team, both nationally and across the North East. 🌹
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It’s in situations like this that we have to be grateful for our emergency services. Well done to Northumbria Police and the Coastguard for making sure that the causeway was cleared in time for the tide.
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I was really impressed by Stobhill Link when we visited this afternoon. Community organisations like this are the glue of North Northumberland and a lifeline to people on the margins.
Afterwards we canvassed Lancaster Park in
#Morpeth
to a warm reception. 🌹
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Thanks for the very warm welcome from all the staff and community
@BellViewBelford
today, & for the tour and introduction to services by Chair of Trustees Martin McMahon.
Bell View is providing important services for much of North Northumberland, especially our older residents.
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'Like starting a new school' - County's new MPs reflect on first week in the job
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As a
@NorthernUNISON
member, I'm so proud to be endorsed by the union. The potential of the
#NewDealforWorkingPeople
is immense; banning zero-hours contracts, fire & rehire and strengthening sick pay. The link between
@unisontheunion
&
@uklabour
remains vital for all workers.
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In this
#CarersWeek
, it was challenging, sobering and inspiring to pay a visit to
@drywaterarts
in Amble this morning and hear about the incredible ways in which the team are supporting carers, those living with dementia and telling their stories in powerful ways.
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With a background in charity leadership, I know the essential work they do to help all of our communities flourish. So it was really important for me to spend time today with the teams
@AgeUKNorthumber
&
@NorthumbrianCAB
to hear about the brilliant range of support they offer
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We were out in Broomhill this morning meeting residents. As we took this selfie, holding up our
#VoteLabour
boards, the cyclist in the distance shouted “I will!” as he sped past.
We also met one resident, a veteran, incredulous at Sunak’s mandatory National Service policy.
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This Conservative
#NationalService
policy announcement has been an absolute shambles. They can't even agree amongst themselves what the policy is: Anne Marie Trevelyan saying one thing, James Cleverly another & Steve Baker yet another.
#ToryChaos
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So pleased to see this: our Mayor putting in place a key building block to tackle Child Poverty in our region.
Today we launched the North East Child Poverty Reduction Unit.
The first of its kind, this unit will use every lever available to tackle poverty. First, we’ll deliver a Mayor’s childcare grant to help parents get into work.
Every child deserves real opportunity. We’ll make sure
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With apologies for the sound quality (albeit coastal
#Northumberland
wind has a mind of its own!), here’s a brief update on what we’ve been up to today and over the last couple of weeks.
#Change
is possible on 4th July 🌹🌹
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It was good to be with,
@Joe_Morris91
,
@peterkyle
and our new Mayor of the North East
@KiMcGuinness
today in Hexham, launching the six key policies that
@uklabour
will start with if the country puts its faith in us at the next General Election.
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More details of upcoming Benefit Check Surgeries that my team are working with
@NorthumbrianCAB
on to help residents access benefits which they are entitled to.
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Today we’ve: visited a nursery in Pegswood School to discuss Labour’s manifesto pledge to create 3,000 new school-based nurseries; knocked doors & spoken to residents; visited a small bistro business opening soon.
This is what an MP should do, & what I will do if elected. 🌹
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My team are continuing to do Benefits Check Surgeries with
@NorthumbrianCAB
over the coming weeks. Yesterday in
#Wooler
the team uncovered £30k worth of eligible unclaimed benefits for residents who came along. Tomorrow is
#Belford
, then next week
#Amble
&
#Berwick
. Details below
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A real focus on *listening* again today:
☑️residents & staff at a supported housing scheme in
#Berwick
☑️ Residents in
#Berwick
☑️ Farmers from across North Northumberland in
#Shilbottle
If you elect me on 4th July I will keep listening and acting on what you tell me 🌹
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