Honoured to lay the commerative wreath at the grave of philanthropist Thomas Thompson, 9ne of the conditions of his substantial financial bequest to the people of Byker.
Which over 130 years later continues to assist those in financial difficulties in the Ward
Great day yesterday got to meet one of my heroes didn't disappoint..Vernon Gracie, Erskine’s right hand man ,along with new Leader of Newcastle City council Nick Kemp presented the Byker Colouring Book.....doesn't get much better!
So honoured to be re-elected to serve Byker with an increased majority thanks to my Agent Cllr Dunn and fellow Cllr Kemp...but more importantly the people of Byker
This morning we launched our local election campaign. Joined by @CatMcKinnell @KiMcGuinness@MayorJD Councillors, Candidates and activists. Labour’s on your side working hard to to limit the damage caused to residents by a Tory government @UKLabour#labourdoorstep#OnYourSide
Thanks to all the #Byker residents who took the time to stop for a chat yesterday. 👋
Supported by our Mini Police, and alongside @npnewcastle, @NewcastleCC, @Tyne_Wear_FRS, @Safe_Newcastle & others, we had a fab morning engaging with locals & listening to their concerns. 👂
#Byker this week, once again blessed by blue skies to accentuate the colour and playfulness of the estate. From 5*bird hotels to castles with drawbridges. Thank you @SheratonStephen and @salawatson#fansoferskine
Great team and we’ll be back out at 1pm.
Leaflets are also starting to drop across the ward. If you’d like to join a doorknocking session or can help deliver leaflets in Kingston Park, Brunswick, Dinnington, Hazlerigg or Great Park, do get in touch.