Helen Goodman

Working Hard for all in Bishop Auckland

Commons debate on ward closure?

Helen has written to the Speaker of the House of Commons asking for a debate on the decision of local NHS bosses to close Ward 3 at Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

KIRK MERRINGTON TREES REPRIEVED

Helen has won an assurance from an electricity distribution company that they will reconsider their proposal to chop down 23 trees on North Close in Kirk Merrington.

Ward 3 of Bishop Auckland General Hospital

Helen has made a statement concerning the announcement by County Durham and Darlington Acute Hospitals NHS Trust that Ward 3 of Bishop Auckland General hospital is to be closed.

HOW TO REDUCE HEATING BILLS

Helen has concluded her simple steps to save energy by advising constituents how to improve energy efficiency in the home.

Walk, don’t drive

As part of a series of simple steps to save energy, Helen has argued that leaving the car behind on some journeys can help to reduce carbon emissions.