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Friday, May 24

11

Kevan Jones to stand down as North Durham MP

It has been an honour and a privilege to represent the people of North Durham in Parliament since 2001. It has been a difficult decision to take to decide that I will not be a candidate at the forthcoming General …

Wednesday, May 22

13

Kevan welcomes investigation into ‘second Post Office scandal’

Kevan Jones MP has today welcomed the announcement that an independent party has been appointed to investigate the Post Office’s Capture system and its impact on sub-postmasters.

Thursday, May 9

17

Kevan takes part in miners debate

Kevan Jones MP took part in a backbench business debate on miners and mining communities in the House of Commons today (9 May).

Thursday, Apr 25

16

Kevan welcomes Members of Congress to Parliament

Kevan Jones MP hosted a delegation of Members of Congress and staff from the US House Intelligence Committee in Parliament today (25 April).

Tuesday, Apr 23

20

Kevan calls for support for rail manufacturing in the North East

Kevan Jones MP has called for more support for the rail manufacturing industry nationally and in the North East, speaking in a Westminster Hall debate on 23 April.

Tuesday, Mar 19

11

North East MPs call for vital Suicide Prevention service to continue

North East MPs Kevan Jones and Liz Twist are calling for continued funding for vital Suicide Prevention work in the region.

Thursday, Mar 7

12

Kevan calls for more support for kinship carers

Kevan Jones MP has called for more support for “hero” kinship carers, speaking in a Westminster Hall debate on 6 March.

Wednesday, Mar 6

21

Kevan responds to the Spring Budget

The Chancellor delivered his Spring Budget today (6 March) in what is likely to be the final budget before the next General Election.

Wednesday, Jan 31

17

Parliamentary Update: January 2024

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – January 2024

Wednesday, Jan 10

16

Kevan responds to Post Office scandal developments

I welcome the announcement that all Post Office Horizon convictions will be overturned. This is long overdue and the right thing to do.

Monday, Jan 1

11

Happy New Year from Kevan Jones MP

I would like to wish all my constituents in North Durham a very happy 2024.

Wednesday, Dec 20

12

Emergency Contacts over the Christmas Period

For emergency support over the Christmas period, please see the following list:; General Contacts; Emergency Services – 999 Police Non-emergency – 101 – www.durham.police.uk

Tuesday, Dec 19

15

Parliamentary Update: December 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – December 2023

Thursday, Nov 30

16

Parliamentary Update: November 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – November 2023

Tuesday, Nov 28

12

Wednesday, Nov 15

Statement: Events in Israel and Gaza, 15 November 2023

The barbaric terror attacks committed by Hamas on 7 October shocked us all. The murder and kidnapping of innocent men, women and children – subjected to most horrific acts – deserves nothing but unequivocal condemnation.

Monday, Nov 13

20

Monday, Oct 16

12

Statement: Events in Israel and Gaza, 16 October 2023

I am horrified by the details of the barbaric terror attacks committed by Hamas last weekend, which of course are ongoing with continued rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel. At least 1,300 Israelis – innocent men, women and children – …

Monday, Oct 2

13

Parliamentary Update: September 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – September 2023

Saturday, Sep 9

16

Kevan welcomes consultation on licensing scheme for non-surgical cosmetic procedures

In 2022, after efforts by campaigners and myself, the Government amended its Health and Care Act to give itself the power to bring into force a national licensing scheme for non-surgical cosmetic procedures in England.

Monday, Sep 4

15

Statement on RAAC in School Buildings – Updated 15 September

Please find below a copy of a letter that Kevan has sent to the Secretary of State, outlining further concerns about this issue:Original Statement from Kevan Published 4 September 2023:; Many of my constituents …

Friday, Jul 14

14

Wednesday, Jun 28

16

Parliamentary Update: June 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – June 2023…

Thursday, May 25

19

Parliamentary Update: May 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – May 2023…

Wednesday, May 24

14

Thursday, May 11

21

Statement: TransPennine Express contract cancellation

I welcome the news that TransPennine Express will be losing their contract. This is something which I have long been calling for. My constituents using Chester-le-Street station have suffered too long from the appalling service offered by…

Friday, Apr 28

18

Parliamentary Update: April 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – April 2023

Wednesday, Mar 29

17

Parliamentary Update: March 2023

Kevan’s latest Parliamentary update is available here: Parliamentary Update – March 2023…

Thursday, Jan 19

14

Second Round of Levelling Up Funding: Not a Penny for County Durham

The awarding of levelling up grants today shows that this was always an empty slogan.

Tuesday, Dec 6

12

Kinship Carers’ Event

On Friday 9 December, Kevan is hosting an event in support of Kinship Carers’ at The Fulforth Centre, Front Street, Sacriston.