Joe Morris, Hexham MP, addresses climate issues and local transport challenges, urging government action for rural communities.
Hexham: Joe Morris, the MP for Hexham, spoke about the recent storm damage. Storm Éowyn caused power outages and fallen trees in the area. He’s in touch with Northern Powergrid to find long-term solutions for future storms.
This week, he raised concerns in Parliament about storm prevention for rural communities. If anyone needs help after the storm, they can email him at joe.morris.mp@parliament.uk.
Morris also mentioned the lack of public transport in Northumberland. He believes it holds back the local economy. Many people report delays and cancellations, especially on the Tyne Valley Line.
Improving transport is key for job opportunities and tourism. He attended a transport consultation event in Haltwhistle to hear local views on this issue.
In a recent debate, David Smith MP discussed school transport for SEND children. Morris supports this issue and has raised it in Parliament before.
He thanked Smith for highlighting the need for better educational support in Northumberland. Many families struggle with school placements and transport.
Morris noted that constituents support the Climate and Nature Bill. Fighting climate change is important to him and motivated his political career.
He’s pleased the Government is working with the bill’s sponsors to implement its measures. He believes nature and climate should be priorities.
Morris emphasized the need for cross-party collaboration to achieve the best outcomes for the environment. He will keep pushing the Government on climate goals.
He also called for a better relationship with the EU to help local businesses. Trade barriers have hurt exports, and easing them could boost the economy.
As always, he encourages anyone needing assistance to reach out to him.
