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Alan Campbell
Labour PartyThe Rt Hon Sir Alan Campbell is the Labour MP for Tynemouth, and has been an MP continually since 1 May 1997. He currently holds the Government post of Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons.
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Positive coverage
“Alan Campbell MP: English Tourism Week” — Northumberland Gazette
“Gambling licence for controversial North Shields slots casino to be decided” — Chronicle Live
A safe Lab seat, won with 51% of the vote in 2024. Covers Tynemouth and Whitley Bay. Population 92,222.
Swimming club in Whitley Bay applies to carry out facelift to promenade HQ
Northumberland Gazette · 8 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£27,300
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£34,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
2,970
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
38
24 primary, 10 secondary, 4 other
Total Income Tax▼
£274m
from 56,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£2,700
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£4,910
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
48.4
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
68.4%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
2 large towns — 95,253 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
24 councillors across 8 wards · Last elections: May 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chirton Percy Main | Labour Party | Charles Bruce Pickard | May 2024 |
| Labour Party | Hannah Patricia Johnson | May 2024 | |
| Labour Party | Rebecca O'Keefe | May 2024 | |
| Cullercoats Whitley Bay South | Labour Party | Andrew James Spowart | May 2024 |
| Labour Party | Jane Shaw | May 2024 | |
| Labour Party | Willie Samuel | May 2024 | |
| Monkseaton | Labour Party | Davey Drummond | May 2024 |
| Labour Party | Martin James Murphy | May 2024 | |
| Labour Party | Sarah Day | May 2024 | |
| New York Murton | Conservative and Unionist Party | Claire Louise McGinty | May 2024 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Jay Bartoli | May 2024 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Olly Scargill | May 2024 | |
| North Shields | Labour Party | Frank Lott | May 2024 |
| Labour Party | Josephine Mudzingwa | May 2024 | |
| Labour Party | Wendy Lott | May 2024 | |
| Preston With Preston Grange | Conservative and Unionist Party | David Wallace Lilly | May 2024 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | John Joseph Johnsson | May 2024 | |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Liam Adam Bones | May 2024 | |
| Shiremoor | Labour Party | Brian Burdis | May 2024 |
| Labour Party | Kristin Dominica Nott | May 2024 | |
| Labour Party | Tommy Mulvenna | May 2024 | |
| Whitley Bay North | Labour Party | Joe Kirwin | May 2024 |
| Labour Party | John O'Shea | May 2024 | |
| Labour Party | Sandra Maria Graham | May 2024 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Lab | 24,491 | 50.6% |
| Con | 9,036 | 18.7% | |
| Ref | 7,392 | 15.3% | |
| Green | 3,592 | 7.4% | |
| LD | 2,709 | 5.6% | |
| Ind | 531 | 1.1% | |
| Ind | 286 | 0.6% | |
| Ind | 273 | 0.6% | |
| Ind | 108 | 0.2% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Lab | 26,928 | 48.1% |
| Con | 22,071 | 39.4% | |
| LD | 3,791 | 6.8% | |
| Ind | 1,963 | 3.5% | |
| Green | 1,281 | 2.3% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Lab | 32,395 | 57.0% |
| Con | 20,729 | 36.5% | |
| LD | 1,724 | 3.0% | |
| Ind | 1,257 | 2.2% | |
| Green | 629 | 1.1% | |
| Ind | 124 | 0.2% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2010 GE | Lab | 25,791 | 48.2% |
| Con | 17,551 | 32.8% | |
| Ind | 6,541 | 12.2% | |
| Green | 2,017 | 3.8% | |
| LD | 1,595 | 3.0% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Lab | 23,860 | 45.3% |
Won 2024 GEWon 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GE | Con | 18,121 | 34.4% |
| LD | 7,845 | 14.9% | |
| Ind | 1,404 | 2.7% | |
| Ind | 900 | 1.7% | |
| Green | 538 | 1.0% |
Alan Campbell has not appeared in national political news coverage tracked by our system. This is common for backbench MPs who focus on constituency-level work rather than national policy debates.
17 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
The Panama Swimming Club in Whitley Bay has applied for planning permission to refurbish its beachfront headquarters, replacing deteriorated windows and shutters to address damp and ventilation issues. The project has support from local councillor John O'Shea, the RNLI, and local coastguard, who cite improved safety visibility as a benefit.
A Whitley Bay holiday apartment called The George, owned by Jennifer Barrett, has been awarded a Sykes Stars award for being among the UK's best-reviewed holiday lets. The Victorian property, located near Whitley Bay beach, was recognised for consistent excellence in guest feedback and thoughtful design.
A feature article celebrating the history and attractions of Seaton Sluice, a picturesque coastal village in Northumberland with 500 years of maritime heritage, including its former role as a major coal and salt export hub and its current appeal as a tourist destination with beaches and historic landmarks.
An article commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1976 film 'Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?', which premiered in Newcastle and was set on Tyneside. The piece discusses the show's cultural significance, its filming locations across the region including Tynemouth, and the later estrangement between its two lead actors.
Riley's Fish Shack in Tynemouth has been recognized by The Good Food Guide as one of the UK's best fish restaurants, with praise from celebrity chef Rick Stein. The beach-based restaurant, built from shipping containers, specializes in fresh local seafood and has strong customer reviews.
A feature article about the growing trend of soft play cafes across Newcastle and North Tyneside, highlighting local entrepreneurs like Rhiannon Griffith (Brood Play Cafe in North Shields), Lauren Symonds (Little Acorns in Killingworth), and Bea Burridge (CUB in Blyth) who are creating family-friendly spaces combining childcare with quality adult amenities.
North Tyneside Council has launched a public consultation to understand barriers preventing residents from accessing smoking cessation help, with local statistics showing 11% of residents smoke (rising to 17.4% in manual jobs) and 41.7% of those with serious mental health conditions. The council is promoting its free stop smoking services across multiple local hubs to address smoking-related health and economic impacts costing the North East £1bn annually.
Priory Press, a healthy cafe that opened in Newcastle city centre a year ago, is closing due to unsustainable costs from business rates and ongoing construction work on Nelson Street. The business, which originated in Tynemouth, faced difficulties including being blocked by a Christmas market stall, and will refocus on its successful Tynemouth location.
Alan Campbell MP highlights English Tourism Week by visiting Tynemouth Castle and Priory, emphasising the site's 30,000-50,000 annual visitors and its importance to the local economy. He praises North Tyneside Council's promotion of local attractions and notes tourism's recovery post-Covid, while welcoming increased footfall to the regenerated coastline.
North Tyneside Council's licensing committee will decide on March 30 whether to grant a gambling permit for a 24/7 Admiral slots casino at the Collingwood Centre in North Shields. The application has faced significant local opposition, including from Tynemouth MP Sir Alan Campbell, citing concerns about anti-social behaviour, proximity to schools, and North Tyneside's higher-than-average gambling participation rates.
King Charles III will deliver the King's Speech on 13 May to announce the government's legislative agenda, which Sir Alan Campbell (the MP for Tynemouth and Commons Leader) says will include over 50 bills covering renters' rights, planning reform, railway nationalisation, and employment rights. The speech takes place days after May elections, with some Labour MPs concerned about potential leadership challenges following expected poor local election results.
Bill's Fish Bar in Cullercoats, a beloved local chippy operating for 34 years, has been put up for sale for £375,000. The three-storey building on Victoria Crescent is being marketed as an investment opportunity, raising questions about the future of this community landmark near Cullercoats Metro station.
Royal Quays Marina in North Shields has expanded its facilities with 54 new berths and enhanced services, positioning itself as a major waterside destination for boating enthusiasts and visitors to the North East coast. The article highlights the marina's award-winning facilities, community activities, and convenient access to local attractions including Tynemouth, Cullercoats, and Whitley Bay.
A travel content creator who has spent six years exploring the world highlights Tynemouth as one of his favourite places, praising its beaches, surfing opportunities, local businesses like Riley's Fish Shack, and cultural attractions including the Victorian railway station market and Tynemouth Priory. The positive social media post generates enthusiastic responses from followers and appears to boost the town's profile as a tourism destination.
Francesca shoes, a beloved independent retailer on Park View in Whitley Bay, is closing after 45 years of trading. Owner Kathleen is retiring, with the final day of trading on April 4, and the closure has prompted an outpouring of nostalgia and gratitude from local residents who have valued the shop as part of the community fabric.
A national roundup of CCTV and public safety initiatives across several UK councils, including North Tyneside Council which is rolling out over 200 cameras across North Shields, Meadow Well, Wallsend, the Fish Quay, Whitley Bay and Howdon. The article highlights community safety investments funded through various schemes including the Labour Government's Pride in Place Strategy.
Tynemouth has been named the UK's coolest seaside destination by Time Out magazine and is celebrated for its food and drink offerings, beaches, and cultural appeal. The article highlights local attractions including Riley's Fish Shack, Front Street restaurants, and beaches that have gained national and international recognition.
Emergency services responded to a concern for welfare report at Tynemouth Priory and Castle on Monday evening. The person was subsequently located safe and well at another address, with no further action required.
Emergency services responded to an incident at Tynemouth Priory in North Tyneside, with police, paramedics, and fire service present at the scene. Details of the incident remain unclear from the available information.
North Tyneside Council has launched a new AI-powered CCTV system with over 200 cameras across the borough, including in Tynemouth-area locations like North Shields, Whitley Bay, and Howdon. The £300,000 investment aims to improve public safety and crime response through advanced technology while maintaining strict data protection and privacy standards.
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