- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Boris Johnson’s time in Government will be symbolised by sleaze, austerity, lies and relentless attacks on the working-class
Kate’s latest column for the Shields Gazette: At the time of writing this column, 30 of the Prime Minister’s Government frontbenchers have resigned and
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Government is playing politics with the rail workers’ dispute
As a lifelong Trade Unionist and supporter of workers fighting for better pay, terms and conditions, I am proud to support the thousands of railway
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Vote deals a hammer blow to Johnson’s chances of survival
THIS week in Parliament has been dominated by Conservative infighting and the confidence vote in Boris Johnson with 42% of Tory MPs saying they had no confidence in the Prime Minister – yet whilst this leaves Boris clinging onto his job, ordinary people are suffering from this Government’s failures.
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
People should have the right to protest for what they believe is right without fear of punishment
If the Public Order Bill was in place back in October 1936, then the Jarrow Crusade would have been banned and the proud, dignified marchers – including the town’s MP Ellen Wilkinson – would have been arrested.
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
No new support for the many facing soaring living costs
Kate’s latest column for the Shields Gazette: Following the excitement of the last week’s local elections, Parliament returned on Tuesday for the Queen’s Speech –
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Take inspiration from past generations of sacrifice and struggle on #MayDay2022
Kate’s latest column for Labour Outlook: May Day alongside Workers Memorial Day on the 28th April is a time where collectively the Working Class can
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Councils deserve praise for the good work they do locally
A week today, residents of South Tyneside and Gateshead will head to the polls for the 2022 local elections. In South Tyneside and Gateshead over
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Ellen Wilkinson’s fight for social justice is still relevant to this very day
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Northern Stage theatre in Newcastle to see ‘Red Ellen’, the new play detailing the remarkable life of Ellen Wilkinson MP.
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Why the Health and Care Bill is damaging to our NHS
Kate’s latest column for the Shields Gazette: Last night the Conservative Government’s controversial Health and Care Bill returned to the Commons after it completed its
- May 14, 2026
King’s Speech Contribution 2026
Kate Osborne MP wins star support for wildlife campaign
Kate Osborne MP’s bid to ban imports of hunting trophies has won the backing of some of Britain’s best-loved public figures. Joanna Lumley and Downton