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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 1h

What a special day yesterday, unveiling a new plaque commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Jarrow March at Balaena Tyne alongside descendants, workers, apprentices and local school children

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 12h

Today I was invited to take part in BBC Politics North talking about the 90th anniversary of the Jarrow March, opportunities for young people and some of the big issues facing our communities. A really good discussion with Richard Moss and other guests on the programme.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 16h

I have contacted the Interim Chairman of Gateshead Football Club following concerns about the club’s financial position. I've asked for an urgent update on the club’s progress towards securing new investment and the steps being taken to provide greater stability for players, staff & supporters.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 18h

An historic day at Balaena Tyne today, unveiling a new plaque commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Jarrow March, and the generations of local workers whose history is bound up with this yard and the Tyne.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 23h

Every child deserves the chance to grow up safe, healthy & able to fulfil their potential wherever they live It was a pleasure to catch up with UNICEF to discuss how we can stand up for children’s rights & build a better future for the next generation

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

As Chair of Women’s Football APPG, it was great to meet Sanjay and Sam from Kick It Out to discuss how we can work together to tackle discrimination & support growth of women’s football. I couldn’t miss the opportunity to champion our local football clubs here in Jarrow and Gateshead East too

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This National Poetry Day I’d like to reflect on all the brilliant poetry submitted by children across Jarrow and Gateshead East as part of my poetry competition earlier this year Thank you to everyone who took part Read their poems below 👇 kate-osborne.co.uk/poetry-competiti…

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today, on International Day of Older Persons, I’d like to celebrate the invaluable contribution older people make to our communities From today, Age Concern South Tyneside is hosting ACTS Fest — a fantastic programme of activities, support and community events designed for older people 👇

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today marks the start of Black History Month. We must honour the history, celebrate the culture and recognise the achievements and contributions of Black communities across the UK and beyond. We must also stand together to challenge racism and discrimination that too many Black people still face.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

What a Labour Conference this year - I had an amazing time catching up with local Labour members, with friends and comrades across the trade union movement, and of course some of the brilliant Balaena apprentices from Hebburn.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Great to hear our Health Secretary announce that our Labour Government are bringing back Sure Start-style health services for parents

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today in Strasbourg I chaired the Council of Europe’s Parliamentary Platform for the rights of LGBTI people, bringing parliamentarians and campaigners together to discuss the growing political weaponisation of our rights across Europe.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Great to see more funding coming to our constituency! South Tyneside Council has been awarded £222,000 through the Good Food Neighbourhoods programme. This funding will help: - Improve access to affordable, healthy food - Create community food spaces and strengthen local connections

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

My full speech at the Labour for Trans Rights rally at Conference. This is an incredibly difficult time for trans & non-binary people, facing a relentless attack on their rights & dignity. I want everyone in our community to know that I’ll never stop standing alongside you & fighting for equality.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Today, our Prime Minister Andy Burnham set out a clear vision and plan to bring hope back to people, with a politics that works for the many, and a country that is run in the public interest rather than for vested interests:

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Today, our Prime Minister @andyburnham.bsky.social set out a clear vision and plan to bring hope back to people, with a politics that works for the many, and a country that is run in the public interest rather than for vested interests.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Good to hear my good friend Angela Eagle will bring back our water companies into public ownership. No more shit in our seas. We will end the rip off privatisation of our water ways.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It is devastating to hear that hardly a quarter of the nurdles that fell into the River Tyne have been recovered That does not diminish the incredible efforts of volunteers who have given up their time to support the clean-up. Without their dedication, the recovery operation would have been slower

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The Guide Dogs stall is always a favourite of mine to stop by at Labour Party Conference I know lots of constituents got in touch asking me to stop by & discuss the challenges that can affect the independence of guide dog owners, including blocked pavements & the unsafe use of e-bikes & e-scooters

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It was great to stop by and speak with Specsavers at this year’s Labour Party Conference about access to care. With a Specsavers branch in Jarrow, I know how important it is for local people to have access to high-quality sight and hearing care in their own neighbourhood.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It was great to meet with some apprentices from Balaena shipyard in Hebburn before they join our Chancellor on the stage for his speech where he will be announcing three new floating docks for the Royal Navy's submarine service at HM Naval Base Clyde, which will be built in Britain

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Really glad to see the history of the Jarrow Crusade recognised at Labour Party Conference. This coming week, commemorations begin in Jarrow and Gateshead East to mark its 90th anniversary.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

78yrs ago, a Lab Govt established our NHS on principle that everyone deserves healthcare regardless of their ability to pay However the social care we may need as we grow older or less able, was left outside that promise. It left people to shoulder an increasingly heavy cost as we live longer lives

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Good to hear from our Deputy Leader Lucy Powell this morning and acknowledge how much we have to do to bring back hope in our education From tackling the number of NEETs to ensuring we deal with the crisis in SEND provision; and her commitment that we will not have a one-size-fits-all for education

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I’m really proud to see our Labour Government investing in the future of our next generation.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Good luck to the Three Lions tonight as England take on Spain in tonight’s Nations League match! Come on England!

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I’m proud and honoured to have the privilege to lead parliamentary commemorations of the 90th anniversary of the Jarrow Crusade. It is so important to pay tribute to the legacy of the Crusade which continues to inspire pride in Jarrow: a town with a lasting place in the history of social justice.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

It might be conference recess, but I’ve been working hard with my team to get results for constituents on issues they are facing. If you would like my help or assistance with a problem or concern that matters to you, please don't hesitate to contact me on kate.osborne.mp@parliament.uk

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I’m really pleased our Labour Government is investing £210m to bring empty shops and pubs back to life and help communities take ownership of the places they value: www.gov.uk/government/news/boarded-…

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thank you to the @shields gazette for covering the launch of my Christmas Card competition. If you would like to submit an individual entry, please send your design to my office via email (kate.osborne.mp@parliament.uk) or post by 6th November 2026.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It was a pleasure to officially open the new playground at Hill Top Primary School yesterday. A huge congratulations to headteacher Anita Bell, her dedicated team, and the governors for turning an empty yard into an interactive space where young people can play, socialise, learn and self-regulate.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This week is Organ Donation Week. Over 8,700 people are currently waiting for a transplant, and the waiting list is the highest its ever been. It takes two minutes to confirm a decision on the Donor Register, but this could help save up to nine lives. register.organdonation.nhs.uk/start

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Really proud to see the Council of Europe adopt its first ever Strategy for Equal Rights for LGBTI People.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Reports of sewage pollution affecting Monkton Burn in Springwell Park, Jarrow, have understandably caused much concern. Residents should be able to enjoy their local parks and waterways without being confronted by sewage pollution and a strong sewage smell.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I’m deeply concerned by the decision of the Reform-led Sunderland City Council to withdraw its support for Show Racism the Red Card. For more than 30 years, this brilliant charity has worked in our schools and communities, using education to challenge racism and prejudice.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Good public transport is ultimately about opportunity: whether someone can get to work, whether children can get to school, whether people can reach healthcare and essential services, and whether communities across our region are properly connected.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I am deeply disappointed that South Tyneside’s Reform-led Council has chosen to press ahead with closing STANLEY’s nurseries, despite the strength of feeling from families, staff and communities across our borough:

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It was fantastic to visit the newly refurbished Audiology Department at Palmer Community Hospital today and see the new facilities and equipment that are improving hearing services here in Jarrow.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I stopped by OUT North East to see their new community garden transformed from an unused loading bay into welcoming space for people to meet & spend time together It’s brilliant to see the ONE Centre continuing to grow into a space where LGBTQ+ people can feel safe, supported & part of a community

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

On #BiVisibilityDay, I’m proud to stand with bi people in Jarrow and Gateshead East and across the North East, celebrating visibility and continuing to challenge biphobia wherever we see it.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Lovely to stop by Café Darkhane in Pelaw today, a family-run business which has been serving the local community for 2yrs It was great to meet the team, hear about how the café has grown & learn about the Nepalese and Indian food they serve - I’ll definitely have to come back and try it properly!

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Great news that Heworth Grange & Boldon School have been chosen to take part in Govts £22.5m Enrichment Expansion Programme, thanks to investment from DCMS 🎉 I’m pleased to see two schools in Jarrow & Gateshead East benefiting from this investment & giving young people opportunities to get involved

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Great to meet Tom and Sarah from Nexus at Pelaw Metro on #WorldCarFreeDay to hear more about the exciting Metro to Washington plans.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I'm proud our Labour Government is introducing a long-overdue new legal right to bereavement leave. From April next year, employees in Great Britain who lose a spouse, partner, parent, adult child or sibling will be entitled to up to two weeks’ unpaid leave.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Today is World Alzheimer’s Day 💜 For too many families, dementia means watching someone they love gradually change, while family, friends and carers provide extraordinary love, patience and support.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The government is right to recognise that the SEND system needs reform. But as we develop these proposals, there is one principle that must remain at the heart of everything they do: a child’s needs must come first.

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Susan Dungworth is holding a public meeting in Gateshead Town Centre on Thursday 8th October from 6-8pm You must register your place by submitting your name, postcode and your question to enquiries@northumbria-pcc.gov.uk Registration closes on 1st October

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

There’s lots happening at Jarrow Hall next weekend as part of their Sustainability Festival, with free activities for annual pass holders to get involved in. A lovely chance to get creative, learn something new and celebrate sustainability right here in Jarrow - find out more at www.jarrowhall.com

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Kate Osborne MP @kateosbornemp.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Wishing Jewish communities in Jarrow and Gateshead East, across the North East and beyond a blessed and peaceful Yom Kippur. G’mar Chatimah Tovah

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