by Catherine McKinnell | Jul 31, 2024 | Schools Minister, Latest
It has been a busy first month – as Catherine was returned to Parliament as MP for Newcastle North and joined the new Labour government as the Minister of State for School Standards. Commenting on her first month in government, Catherine said: “It is such an honour to...
by Catherine McKinnell | Jul 26, 2024 | Schools Minister, Latest
Catherine, as Minister for School Standards, closed the House of Commons general debate on education and opportunity with a rousing speech on the government’s vision for education and its plans for delivery....
by Catherine McKinnell | Jul 17, 2024 | In Parliament, Latest
The first King’s Speech of the Labour government has set forward an ambitious plan for delivering the change that Britain needs. The programme sees measures to implement Labour’s six steps including to deliver higher growth, cheaper energy bills, tackle crime and...
by Catherine McKinnell | Jul 12, 2024 | Schools Minister, Latest
Catherine takes on role as Schools Minister in new Labour Government Catherine is delighted to have been appointed as the Minister of State for School Standards within the Department for Education following the recent General Election. Following her appointment,...
by Catherine McKinnell | Jul 9, 2024 | Newcastle North, Latest
On 4 July, Catherine was returned as the Member of Parliament for Newcastle North having represented Newcastle North since 2010. Following this year’s boundary changes, Catherine elected to the new Newcastle North constituency with 24,440, over 50% of the vote, and a...