Alex Norris MP

Labour/Co-operative MP for Nottingham North

02 Oct 2020 Health

Government must get a hold of flu jab shortages, before the NHS is overwhelmed with a double threat

If the government fail to get their act together and let the NHS be overwhelmed by the double threat of Covid-19 and winter flu it will be unforgiveable.

27 Jul 2020 Health

Boris Johnson's u-turn on obesity is welcome, but real action must follow

After years of inaction, the Government has revealed a plan to tackle the obesity crisis. But we'll judge ministers on their actions, not their words

08 Jun 2020 Health

Henry VIII powers in the Medicines and Medical Devices Bill must be limited

I have put down an Opposition amendment which will be discussed today, which would limit the powers to two years before requiring Parliamentary approval to extend them.

10 Mar 2020 Education

We must properly invest in early years education, ensuring equality of opportunity

By investing in early years education we can help address lifelong inequalities caused by educational differences, determining income, opportunities and contributing to patterns of social mobility, writes Alex Norris MP.

08 Oct 2018 Economy

We owe it to shop workers to ensure they are protected

Violent attacks on retail workers are on the increase. The law must offer them stronger protection, says Alex Norris