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I asked about Berwick Academy Funding in Parliament
Yesterday I asked the Government about Berwick Academy and the Schools Rebuilding Programme (SRP). Here’s what they said:
A Politics of Belonging: Part One
“When the Stranger says: “What is the meaning of this city ?
Do you huddle close together because you love each other?”
What will you answer? “We all dwell together
To make money from each other”? or “This…
MP welcomes Berwick Academy progress, asks for funding clarity
David Smith MP has welcomed progress towards a new Berwick Academy, with spades in the ground promised later this year and doors set to open to pupils in late 2028.
Social Media Ban Plans have MP Support
David Smith MP has welcomed the Labour Government’s announcement that it will introduce a ban on social media use for under 16s, expected to come into force from spring 2027.
My Statement on Sir Keir Starmer
If we are to make good on the promises that we made to the country in 2024 to tackle the cost of living, to deal with immigration fairly and effectively, to restore our national economy,…
My latest statement on the A1
My latest statement on the A1, after old arguments are rehashed online by members of other political parties…
What’s not working in the Rural Economy?
The Labour Rural Research Group has opened a new investigation into the rural economy. What are your experiences of doing business in rural Northumberland? You can have your say in our consultation before 6th…
Your good news round up for North Northumberland
There’s so much great news happening – here is your good news round up for North Northumberland. This month we have an upgraded rural network mast – improving 4G for local businesses and communities.
Backing North Northumberland for Town of Culture
Backing North Northumberland for Town of CultureMy letter to Lisa Nandy, Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, urging her to consider Alnwick, Amble, and Berwick’s submissions for UK Town of Culture 2028. UK…