Fujifilm’s investment in Billingham is not a one-off. It is a long-term vote of confidence in our town, our workforce and our future.
The £400 million-plus expansion is significant for jobs, for skills and for the next generation of opportunity here on Teesside.
Chris McDonald MP
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Labour MP for Stockton North, Minister for Industry
Joined March 2023
- Replying to @ChrisMcDonaldMPWhen Health Minister Sharon Hodgson visited, she said it was the best facility she had seen. That says a great deal about what is being built here in Billingham. It says we have the talent. We have the skills. And we have a future in the industries that will shape the world.From heavy industry to health and life sciences, Billingham continues to show what this country can do. #Billingham #stocktonontees #Teesside #Fujifilm #LabourDelivery
- Two days and the Stockton Riverside Park will open with music, entertainment, food, drink and a unique experience and day which will live in the memory.
00:00 - Another new business is coming to Stockton High Street. Taylor’s Bakery and Deli will fit right in, just opposite the new Riverside. There are new shops opening in that area to boost our existing independent offer across the town. #stocktononteessmallbusiness #teesside
- Chris McDonald MP repostedGerman business is a strong partner for the UK - from life sciences and medtech to automotive and advanced manufacturing 🇩🇪🇬🇧 Excellent exchange with Minister @ChrisMcDonaldMP and leading German companies on the UK Modern Industrial Strategy, one year on.
- Three days and you can traverse the 55-metre land bridge and extension to the Millennium footbridge, linking directly from the High Street to the riverside.
00:00 - Chris McDonald MP repostedReplying to @FraserNelsonAnd another one: asylum seekers in hotels falls from 31k to 21k in first three months of the year... frasernelson.com/data/migration/
- I’ve worked in steel all my life and I’ve run a significant steel business too. I know the last Government’s failure was so damaging. Productivity dropped off a cliff on their watch as they did not understand industry and failed to treat steel as an important strategic asset.
00:00This British Steel Bill is about changing that. As Industry and Steel Minister, I’m bringing it forward to lay the foundations for investment, higher productivity and the regrowth of British steel. #stocktonontees #Teesside #Steel #BritishIndustry #LabourDelivery - Great to see another new business coming to Stockton High Street. A family-friendly arcade bringing together retro favourites and newer games is exactly the sort of energy we want to see in the town centre. #stocktonontees #Stockton #HighStreet #SupportLocal #TeessideReplying to @ChrisMcDonaldMPFor others, it might be the chance to discover a bit of gaming history. Whether that is the streets of rage, the odd Monkey Island humour, a Golden Axe in hand, or the blur of Wipeout and TimeSplitters.Whatever your era, it is another reason to come into town, spend time on the High Street and enjoy what Stockton has to offer. A really positive addition to the town centre.
- Out now - the latest episode of Full Steam Ahead. I’m joined by Tees Music Alliance to talk about the music scene in Stockton. The talent we have, the venues that matter, and the support available for up and coming artists. #FullSteamAhead #Stockton #Teesside #Music #CultureStockton has a proud cultural life, and music is a big part of it. A great conversation about local talent, local venues and how we make sure the next generation of artists can grow here on Teesside.
- The new park includes a large amphitheatre, an oval lawn, formal gardens, play areas, and space for events, markets, cafés and kiosks. Coming this weekend.
00:00 - Tees Music Alliance have brought back to life some of our amazing venues in Stockton, such as The Georgian Theatre and The Green Room. However, venues are nothing without the talented artists. They also help discover and support the best we have in Stockton and Teesside.
00:00Like Sarah Johnsone. An epic voice. Tees Music Alliance join me on the Full Steam Ahead Podcast, tonight at 7pm. youtube.com/@FullSteamAhea… #musician #breakthrough #culturematters #stocktonontees #GigCultureSarah's single, 'Strange Concoction'. It's excellent!











