I welcome Government's commitment to drive regional growth through innovation but my @HoCcommitteesUK report 'Flying Blind' highlighted a real lack of data on what works where and how to measure it. We called for a Dashboard so I asked the Minister what progress they have made?

Reliable buses are essential for getting to work, school and around Newcastle. I’ve heard your concerns and I'm taking these issues to @north_eastkim @stagecoachNE @gonortheast and other bus companies. Passengers deserve a service they can rely on!

On @BBCr4today I set out why my Committee advised that Palantir's NHS contract should not be renewed - our report into digital transformation found hype, vendor lock-in and sovereign capability are critical barriers and Palantir is an example of all 3.

Whilst we face climate change, war in Ukraine and AI transformation, the Tories can only promise only tax cuts for the wealthy and deregulation leaving our future to the likes of Elon Musk and the privatised water companies, I said on @Newsnight last night

Great to join the Blakelaw @NCLCentralWest team talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them- the many serious incidents of fire and stone throwing topped the list. @northumbriapol have promised me extra patrols but discussed fencing and CCTV options.

As the Prime Minister sets out on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks "At home, we are committed to protecting our citizens from vile hatred. Abroad, we continue to work towards a two-state solution, with Israelis and Palestinians living side by side in peace and security."

Couldn't resist a last last swim at King Edward's Bay even though it has turned colder - that just made it even more refreshing. Who knows, I may be back!

Excellent to meet with brilliant scientist Dr Helen Devine a Clinical Academic Neurologist at @UniofNewcastle. We discussed the NE-BRIDGE program and how we can turn Newcastle into a world leader for rare disease treatment research, development and investment!

Our region is bursting with potential for innovation and growth! It was great to co-host the first Innovation Forum with @innovateUK at the Newcastle Helix @TheCatalystUK this afternoon to hear how we will turn the North East's breakthrough ideas into the next industry giants!

Early swim in King Edward's Bay before the weather turns colder. We are so lucky in the North East to have so many beautiful beaches close at hand

Lovely sunny day to join the local @NCLCentralWest team talking and listening residents in Benwell and Scotswood - parking and litter were top of the list for local issues with cost of living and security nationally. Lot of positive feedback on Andy's Conference speech!

Here is my Labour Party Conference round up! Hope and innovation for Newcastle and the whole country!