Emma holds debate on Metro delays

Emma holds debate on Metro delays

Emma has led a debate in parliament on the performance of the Tyne & Wear Metro, in which MPs from the region urged the Government to invest in new trains and give passengers a truly modern service. Emma called the debate in Westminster Hall in response to growing...
Emma calls debate on Metro performance

Emma calls debate on Metro performance

Emma has called a debate in Parliament so that MPs can discuss the performance of the Tyne and Wear Metro.   The debate, which will be held in Westminster Hall on Wednesday 1 July at 4.30pm, will require a Government minister to respond to MPs’ concerns about...
Emma walks the Guide Dogs Walk of Fame

Emma walks the Guide Dogs Walk of Fame

Emma was given a star on Guide Dogs’ pavement parking Walk of Fame for supporting the charity’s campaign to stop cars parking on pavements. Emma attended Guide Dogs’ event at the Houses of Parliament on the 10th of June in support of their campaign. The charity wants...
Emma writes to Transport Secretary over Metro delays

Emma writes to Transport Secretary over Metro delays

Emma has written to the Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin over concerns about poor service on the Tyne & Wear Metro. A number of constituents have contacted Emma in recent months with complaints about the quality of service on the Metro, which is operated by...
Delays unacceptable, Emma tells Metro boss

Delays unacceptable, Emma tells Metro boss

Emma took constituents’ complaints about poor Metro service straight to the top on Friday (20 February), as she met with Nexus’ Director of Rail and Infrastructure, Raymond Johnstone. Constituents in South Shields have been increasingly frustrated by disrupted...