Mark Ferguson MP
@markfergusonmp.bsky.social
👏🏻 Congratulations to Victoria & the team - local business, police, community & voluntary sector & council - on securing the Purple Flag award.
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
November 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
👏🏻 Congratulations to Victoria & the team - local business, police, community & voluntary sector & council - on securing the Purple Flag award.
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
👏🏻 Congratulations to Victoria & the team - local business, police, community & voluntary sector & council - on securing the Purple Flag award.
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
November 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
👏🏻 Congratulations to Victoria & the team - local business, police, community & voluntary sector & council - on securing the Purple Flag award.
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
There's SO much more to do, but with the demolition of Computer House, then the flyover, the town centre will start to see real change in 2026 🏗️
⚡ Brilliant news that Cardinal Hume School will save money on their energy bills thanks to
Great British Energy!
☀ Today the government has confirmed the school is set to benefit from Great British Energy’s solar programme, with funding for panels secured.
Great British Energy!
☀ Today the government has confirmed the school is set to benefit from Great British Energy’s solar programme, with funding for panels secured.
November 17, 2025 at 1:51 PM
⚡ Brilliant news that Cardinal Hume School will save money on their energy bills thanks to
Great British Energy!
☀ Today the government has confirmed the school is set to benefit from Great British Energy’s solar programme, with funding for panels secured.
Great British Energy!
☀ Today the government has confirmed the school is set to benefit from Great British Energy’s solar programme, with funding for panels secured.
*Beacon Lough & Wrekenton*
You have so many ideas of how to spend the £20 million Pride in Place funding.
The good news is it's up to you - not politicians or civil servants in London - to make your own decisions!
I loved spending the morning at Larkspur House listening to your ideas.
You have so many ideas of how to spend the £20 million Pride in Place funding.
The good news is it's up to you - not politicians or civil servants in London - to make your own decisions!
I loved spending the morning at Larkspur House listening to your ideas.
November 7, 2025 at 6:28 PM
*Beacon Lough & Wrekenton*
You have so many ideas of how to spend the £20 million Pride in Place funding.
The good news is it's up to you - not politicians or civil servants in London - to make your own decisions!
I loved spending the morning at Larkspur House listening to your ideas.
You have so many ideas of how to spend the £20 million Pride in Place funding.
The good news is it's up to you - not politicians or civil servants in London - to make your own decisions!
I loved spending the morning at Larkspur House listening to your ideas.
👀 Yesterday Nigel Farage teamed up with the Tories and Lib Dems to vote against key measures in Labour's employment rights package.
November 6, 2025 at 3:56 PM
👀 Yesterday Nigel Farage teamed up with the Tories and Lib Dems to vote against key measures in Labour's employment rights package.
Who doesn't love a pie?
Great Northern Provisions - launched by renowned North East chef Chris Eagle during the pandemic - is another small business success story for Gateshead.
Great Northern Provisions - launched by renowned North East chef Chris Eagle during the pandemic - is another small business success story for Gateshead.
November 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Who doesn't love a pie?
Great Northern Provisions - launched by renowned North East chef Chris Eagle during the pandemic - is another small business success story for Gateshead.
Great Northern Provisions - launched by renowned North East chef Chris Eagle during the pandemic - is another small business success story for Gateshead.
On my way down to Westminster for a few days after a great weekend. Our community has so much happening and so much going for it
October 27, 2025 at 10:42 AM
On my way down to Westminster for a few days after a great weekend. Our community has so much happening and so much going for it
Three generations of Ferguson at the GIS today to watch Gateshead fight back from 2 down to draw 2-2 (one of us might have watched a bit of Peppa Pig as well)
October 25, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Three generations of Ferguson at the GIS today to watch Gateshead fight back from 2 down to draw 2-2 (one of us might have watched a bit of Peppa Pig as well)
At Big Local Gateshead in Dunston today for the opening of the “Pitt Stop” along with local councillor Brenda Clelland and Gateshead Mayor Freda Geddes. It’s brilliant to see how the space has been transformed in just a few months. With new homes next door on the way - it’s an exciting time locally
October 24, 2025 at 4:57 PM
At Big Local Gateshead in Dunston today for the opening of the “Pitt Stop” along with local councillor Brenda Clelland and Gateshead Mayor Freda Geddes. It’s brilliant to see how the space has been transformed in just a few months. With new homes next door on the way - it’s an exciting time locally
Yesterday was my first outing at the despatch box, which is a rare occasion for a Government Whip.
I relished the opportunity to talk about our brilliant cooperative sector which brings over 1.3 million jobs to our economy and puts the power to the people, not the shareholders.
I relished the opportunity to talk about our brilliant cooperative sector which brings over 1.3 million jobs to our economy and puts the power to the people, not the shareholders.
October 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Yesterday was my first outing at the despatch box, which is a rare occasion for a Government Whip.
I relished the opportunity to talk about our brilliant cooperative sector which brings over 1.3 million jobs to our economy and puts the power to the people, not the shareholders.
I relished the opportunity to talk about our brilliant cooperative sector which brings over 1.3 million jobs to our economy and puts the power to the people, not the shareholders.
✈ Last night Labour voted for more investment in sustainable aviation fuel.
We're changing the law to:
💺cut carbon emissions from air travel
👷create more clean energy jobs in communities like ours
💷put more pounds in people’s pockets
Labour voted down Tory/Lib Dem red tape. Reform didn't show up!
We're changing the law to:
💺cut carbon emissions from air travel
👷create more clean energy jobs in communities like ours
💷put more pounds in people’s pockets
Labour voted down Tory/Lib Dem red tape. Reform didn't show up!
October 16, 2025 at 4:02 PM
✈ Last night Labour voted for more investment in sustainable aviation fuel.
We're changing the law to:
💺cut carbon emissions from air travel
👷create more clean energy jobs in communities like ours
💷put more pounds in people’s pockets
Labour voted down Tory/Lib Dem red tape. Reform didn't show up!
We're changing the law to:
💺cut carbon emissions from air travel
👷create more clean energy jobs in communities like ours
💷put more pounds in people’s pockets
Labour voted down Tory/Lib Dem red tape. Reform didn't show up!
When I stood for election I promised that under Labour you would have more neighbourhood police to tackle crime and keep our streets safe. This is one of my five priorities for Gateshead Central and Whickham.
October 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
When I stood for election I promised that under Labour you would have more neighbourhood police to tackle crime and keep our streets safe. This is one of my five priorities for Gateshead Central and Whickham.
🌍 World Mental Health Day is a great opportunity for us to come together to talk about mental health.
But starting a conversation isn’t always easy. Whether you’d like to talk to someone about how you’re feeling, or check-in with someone you care about, there is always support:
But starting a conversation isn’t always easy. Whether you’d like to talk to someone about how you’re feeling, or check-in with someone you care about, there is always support:
October 10, 2025 at 11:45 AM
🌍 World Mental Health Day is a great opportunity for us to come together to talk about mental health.
But starting a conversation isn’t always easy. Whether you’d like to talk to someone about how you’re feeling, or check-in with someone you care about, there is always support:
But starting a conversation isn’t always easy. Whether you’d like to talk to someone about how you’re feeling, or check-in with someone you care about, there is always support:
Thanks to everyone who came to my latest constituency surgery. The issues raised ranged from anti social behaviour to SEND and immigration issues. If you have a problem and think I might be able to help, get in touch on [email protected]
October 8, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Thanks to everyone who came to my latest constituency surgery. The issues raised ranged from anti social behaviour to SEND and immigration issues. If you have a problem and think I might be able to help, get in touch on [email protected]
The sun is shining in Dunston today - and I’m out with local councillors and volunteers to deliver my Parliamentary report. If you live in Gateshead Central & Whickham and haven’t had the report through your door yet, you can read more about my work for and with our community at mark-ferguson.co.uk
October 5, 2025 at 11:28 AM
The sun is shining in Dunston today - and I’m out with local councillors and volunteers to deliver my Parliamentary report. If you live in Gateshead Central & Whickham and haven’t had the report through your door yet, you can read more about my work for and with our community at mark-ferguson.co.uk
Today my friend Bridget Phillipson the Education Secretary joined me and Council Leader Martin Gannon in Gateshead to meet with representatives of the local Jewish community. I am proud to be a friend to this special community - together we will stand with them, locally and nationally
October 3, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Today my friend Bridget Phillipson the Education Secretary joined me and Council Leader Martin Gannon in Gateshead to meet with representatives of the local Jewish community. I am proud to be a friend to this special community - together we will stand with them, locally and nationally
Antisemitism is a scourge that must be tackled head on.
October 3, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Antisemitism is a scourge that must be tackled head on.
Last week Labour secured £20 million for Beacon Lough and Wrekenton. The 'Pride in Place' funding can be spent on a whole range of improvements, from local park improvements to fixing up empty buildings and shop fronts.
Most importantly - it's up to you - the residents - to decide how its spent.
Most importantly - it's up to you - the residents - to decide how its spent.
September 29, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Last week Labour secured £20 million for Beacon Lough and Wrekenton. The 'Pride in Place' funding can be spent on a whole range of improvements, from local park improvements to fixing up empty buildings and shop fronts.
Most importantly - it's up to you - the residents - to decide how its spent.
Most importantly - it's up to you - the residents - to decide how its spent.
⛪ This afternoon I visited St Nicholas Church in Dunston. This weekend they mark their 60th anniversary. You can pop in for the church open day tomorrow from 10am-4pm, with refreshments and an exhibition on display.
September 26, 2025 at 2:24 PM
⛪ This afternoon I visited St Nicholas Church in Dunston. This weekend they mark their 60th anniversary. You can pop in for the church open day tomorrow from 10am-4pm, with refreshments and an exhibition on display.
It's amazing how many people haven't visited this local hidden treasure 🤯
Do you know where it is? Comment below.
Do you know where it is? Comment below.
September 18, 2025 at 1:48 PM
It's amazing how many people haven't visited this local hidden treasure 🤯
Do you know where it is? Comment below.
Do you know where it is? Comment below.
🍋 This looks amazing and its FREE! 🥦
September 18, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🍋 This looks amazing and its FREE! 🥦
Gills in Dunston serves up some of the tastiest fish and chips in Gateshead. The perfect Friday pitstop in the heart of my constituency.
WHICH CHIPPY DO YOU THINK IS THE BEST IN GATESHEAD?
WHICH CHIPPY DO YOU THINK IS THE BEST IN GATESHEAD?
September 12, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Gills in Dunston serves up some of the tastiest fish and chips in Gateshead. The perfect Friday pitstop in the heart of my constituency.
WHICH CHIPPY DO YOU THINK IS THE BEST IN GATESHEAD?
WHICH CHIPPY DO YOU THINK IS THE BEST IN GATESHEAD?
After a busy week in Westminster I’m heading back to Gateshead with Annie. As well as keeping me company on the train, she took part in the Westminster dog of the year show. Well done to all the winners and everyone else who took part
September 11, 2025 at 6:03 PM
After a busy week in Westminster I’m heading back to Gateshead with Annie. As well as keeping me company on the train, she took part in the Westminster dog of the year show. Well done to all the winners and everyone else who took part
Great North Run complete.
Thanks to everyone who sponsored me, doubling my initial target.
You can still give to this worthy cause at: ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/mark-ferg...
Thanks to everyone who sponsored me, doubling my initial target.
You can still give to this worthy cause at: ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/mark-ferg...
September 7, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Great North Run complete.
Thanks to everyone who sponsored me, doubling my initial target.
You can still give to this worthy cause at: ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/mark-ferg...
Thanks to everyone who sponsored me, doubling my initial target.
You can still give to this worthy cause at: ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/mark-ferg...