About Nick

Hello,

I was born and brought up in the North East and have lived in Newcastle all my working life. I was first elected to the City Council in 2000, aged 26. I represent Westgate Ward, which includes the City Centre and parts of the Inner West and Rye Hill. (You can find out more about Westgate Ward and my various roles as a Councillor in the 'Nick's Roles' section).

Labour Government investment has transformed Newcastle and our public services over the last 15 years. We now have some of the best hospitals, schools, libraries and cultural facilities in the UK. However, there's still a lack of affordable housing for local people. Too many children leave school with too few qualifications. There aren't enough decent jobs in the area, and there are still too many inequalities which prevent people from achieving their potential.

I'm working to address all these issues, as well as improve the quality of life for people in my ward and the city. If you have any ideas, suggestions or problems that you want to share, please get in touch - I look forward to hearing from you. And if you want to read my official biography, click on the link below.