Weekly Update Wednesday, 27 March, 2024 Last week, week commencing Monday 18 March, started with a constituency meeting with the ladies from Unique Abilities for People with Disabilities. They operate a sensory session/support group every third Saturday of the month in Neville Parade Community Centre for anyone who’d like to find out more. Then it was off to London in time for the Lords Amendments to the Safety of Rwanda Bill. This... Westminster News
Inflation Falls by 7%, Proof the Conservative Plan is Working 20th February 2024 I am delighted to announce today that inflation has fallen to 4%, down from a peak of 11% last October. This significant drop is a testament to the hard work... Local News
Paul Howell Hails Government's Decision to Ban Mobile Phones in Schools: Putting Education and Wellbeing First 20th February 2024 I wholeheartedly support the Government's bold decision to ban mobile phones in schools throughout the school day. This crucial step prioritises our children's... Westminster News
Paul Howell MP supports campaign to fight fraud - Stop! Think Fraud 16th February 2024 Paul Howell MP supports newly launched major campaign to fight fraud. Stop! Think Fraud, launched on the 12th February, is backed by leading counter fraud... Westminster News
Weekly Update 13th February 2024 Usually, this column covers the week before the one it is printed, in this case up to Sunday 11 February but as the Prime Minister visited us on Monday 12... Local News
Paul Howell MP backs £100 million to advance research and innovation on AI 13th February 2024 Paul Howell MP backs £100 million to advance research and innovation on AI. The UK is on course for more agile AI regulation, backing regulators with the skills... Local News
Ferryhill Banking Hub a Step Closer After Community Campaign! 9th February 2024 I am thrilled to announce that, thanks to the tireless efforts of the Ferryhill community, LINK has recommended a banking hub for our region! This fantastic... Local News
Paul Howell MP welcomes 13,000 additional local apprenticeships 9th February 2024 Apprenticeship starts are up a whopping 40% in the first quarter of this year, which is fantastic news for our young people and our local economy. This week, I... Local News
Paul Howell MP backs Home Office measures to stop protestors climbing war memorials 9th February 2024 Today, the Home Office announced a package of measures to put a stop to protestors climbing war memorials, once and for all. Firstly, they are removing the... Westminster News
Paul Howell MP supports Launch of Children and Young People Cancer Taskforce 7th February 2024 Paul Howell MP supports Launch of Children and Young People Cancer Taskforce. The Government are joining up with clinicians, charities and patient groups to... Westminster News