MP visits lab of Cambridge University spin-out turning peas into next generation plastic
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner visited the lab of University of Cambridge spin-out Xampla last week to see its science in action as the firm turns plant proteins into next generation plastic.
Let's reboot football, says MP
U's fan Daniel Zeichner MP backed Cambridge United’s mission to reboot our national game in a special meeting in the House of Commons last week.
MP is climbing the walls
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner will slip into a harness and climbing shoes as he finds out how a local climbing business has faced an uphill struggle due to covid, but now plans to scale new heights today (Friday 2 July) at Clip ‘n Climb, Cambridge.
Cambridge MP warns of never ending cliff edge on data rights
British data protection standards are “adequate”, the EU has ruled - but warned that their decision could be revoked “immediately” if we backtrack on standards.
All change for food hubs
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner and local councillors will visit the Trumpington food hub today to hear about how the community project that popped up in response to covid is being developed for the long term.
Us win praise of MP in the Commons
Proudly wearing his Cambridge United tie, local MP and Cambridge United season ticket holder Daniel Zeichner highlighted the skills of Cambridge United in the Queen’s Speech debate in the House of Commons this week.
Blooming lovely: Daniel Zeichner MP encourages Cambridge to celebrate the UK’s blossom season
Daniel Zeichner MP is urging local residents to bring a bit of Japanese culture to Cambridge by indulging in "Hanami" the ancient tradition of viewing and celebrating blossom.
Victory as John Lewis is saved
Local campaigners reacted with delight after Cambridge’s John Lewis confirmed it would be re-opening after lockdown.
Cambridge MP’s yellow box plan adopted
The Government is planning to adopt transport ideas promoted by Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner, including giving councils powers to enforce laws to stop traffic clogging up in cities like Cambridge.
MP takes part in STEM for Britain event
A Cambridge student hoping to revolutionise treatment for cancer patients met local MP Daniel Zeichner yesterday (Monday) as part of Parliament’s “STEM for BRITAIN” competition.
MP welcomes Trinity College divestment
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner has welcomed Trinity College's announcement that it will remove all of its public and private investments in the fossil fuel industry by 2031 and work to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Government should provide internet safety cash
On annual Internet Safety Day today (9 February), Labour is calling on the Government to put their money where their mouth is to keep children safe online.
Call for support for University students affected by the pandemic
A cross-party group of MPs and Peers have called on the Government to ‘substantially’ increase student support following their inquiry into the case for compensation for university students throughout the pandemic.
Hundreds of Cambridge mums miss out on fruit and veg vouchers
Low income families of young children eligible for vouchers to help with the weekly food shop are being urged to take up the scheme, after data showed half of Cambridge mums were eligible but not claiming them.
Cambridge MP welcomes Competitions and Market Authority Arm inquiry
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner has welcomed the news that the sale of Arm will be investigated by the Competitions and Markets Authority which is a move that he has consistently called for since the announcement of the tech company’s $40 billion sale from SoftBank to Nvidia.
MP’s Christmas card winner announced
A budding young artist from Colville Primary School is this year's winner of the Daniel Zeichner MP Christmas card competition.
First class festive thank you for Cambridge posties
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner will say a big thank you to Royal Mail sorting office staff this Friday as he hears first-hand about this year's Christmas delivery operation and shows his gratitude to posties for all their hard work throughout this unusual year.
Shop local and shop safely: Cambridge MP tours local businesses on Small Business Saturday
Shopping bags in hand, this Small Business Saturday (tomorrow, 5 December), Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner will kick off his Christmas shopping as he supports local businesses in Cambridge city centre, encouraging residents to “shop local” and “shop safely”.
Next steps for Cambridge Climate Charter
Local MP Daniel Zeichner has backed a new push for Cambridge businesses to go green by adopting the Cambridge Climate Charter ahead of "From Ambition to Action", an online event taking place on Monday (30th November).
MP backs local health and care hero winners in NHS Parliamentary Awards
The caring NHS staff who are part of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Complex Cases Team have won an award in the NHS Parliamentary Awards.
Food fast but no fast food
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner will this week meet the founders of a Cambridge restaurant food delivery website that is changing the face of the city’s food offering during the second lockdown.
Cambridge business helps young people make their mark
The UK Youth Parliament is launching a new campaign with a special opportunity for 11-18 year olds across the UK to have their say on the big issues of the day - and it is all happening on a website designed in Cambridge.
Arm debate to take place in Parliament
The future of Arm will be debated in Parliament after Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner secured an adjournment debate in the Commons this Monday (21 September) to discuss the controversial sale of the tech giant from Softbank to the US company Nvidia.
MP reacts to news of Arm acquisition
Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner says the Government must intervene in the sale of Cambridge-based tech company ARM to American chip-maker Nvidia, following confirmation of the £40bn sale.
New Cambridge Environmental Charter is launched
Cambridge residents will be able to calculate their carbon footprint and at the click of a button find city-specific top tips on how to live a greener life thanks to the new Cambridge Climate Change Charter which launches today (Monday 7 September).