Jo Gideon

Jo is a Campaigner, Social Commentator, Podcaster, and Olderpreneur. Jo represented Stoke-on-Trent Central as their Member of Parliament from 2019-24.

Campaigner, Social Commentator, Podcaster, and Olderpreneur | Former Member of Parliament for Stoke-on-Trent Central

Promoted by Jo Gideon of Ashford Conservative Association, Suite 2016, Letraset Building, Wotton Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 6LN Jo’s Nothing but a Number podcast looks at age and ageing with a wide range of guests from politics, public life and beyond, and seeks to debunk ageist att

itudes. Initially a Parliamentary Private Secretary in the Business Department (BEIS), Jo stood down to spearhead a campaign on button battery safety following the tragic death of toddler Harper-Lee Fanthorpe and worked closely with government, industry and charities to improve awareness and product safety. She was on the influential 1922 Executive, and the Public Administration & Constitutional Affairs Committee, a Select Committee that scrutinized a wide range of processes in Cabinet Office and the Civil Service. Jo has led strategic groups on a wide range of topics during her time in parliament. She has chaired All-Party Parliamentary Groups on the National Food Strategy, Ceramics, Social Enterprise and Youth Affairs and has served as vice-chair on Groups including Entrepreneurship, Whistleblowing, the BBC, Charities and Volunteering, Women and Enterprise, Obesity, and Germany. During her time as the Member of Parliament for Stoke-on-Trent Central, Jo championed local manufacturers, small businesses and charities, as well as the voice of young people at Westminster. She has campaigned to create a healthier society, to grow community-based assets and local access to banking and has hosted Summits on the food system from field to fork and the three pillars of sustainability. Before entering Parliament Jo was a social entrepreneur and small business owner. She set up award winning projects and community businesses. Jo has also worked in enterprise and innovation units at two universities, and led peer support groups for chief executives. Jo was a district councillor for 13 years where she learned about all aspects of community engagement and grassroots politics. She has three grown-up children and three grandchildren.

22/11/2024

Great evening at the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Business Awards and congratulations to Matt Bridger on receiving commendations in two categories!

14/11/2024

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to His Majesty The King!

10/11/2024

At the going down of the sun, and in the morning.

We will remember them.

02/10/2024

📢 Do sign up for this excellent event during Whistleblowing Awareness Week! 🚨

🗓 Date: Thursday, 24th October
📍 Location: 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU
🕔 Time: 17:30 - 20:00

An insightful evening with presentations, a panel discussion, Q&A, and networking opportunities.

Sign up now at: https://www.forvismazars.com/uk/en/insights/webinars-and-events/whistleblowing-the-informed-insiders

We are happy to host WhistleblowersUK’s latest event, as we discuss the proposals to the Whistleblowing bill as well the worker protection bill, corporate governance act, duty of candour, ECCB and improvements to critical infrastructure safeguards.

02/10/2024

Had a brilliant evening on Monday speaking at Christian Aid’s "Faith into Action" session! 🙌✨ I shared some insider tips on how people can build strong, impactful relationships with their Member of Parliament to create real change in our communities.

28/09/2024

Fantastic turnout this morning to support Jac Wood in his by-election campaign in Aylesford and East Stour ward. With 20 volunteers we were able to leaflet the whole ward. Thank you to everyone who helped.

28/09/2024

25/09/2024

Excited to share that I’ll be joining Christian Aid on Monday for their "Faith into Action" session! 🎉 I’ll be offering an insider’s perspective on how YOU can build a strong and impactful relationship with your Member of Parliament to create real change. 🙌💬

🗓 When: Monday, 30th September, 7-8pm
💻 Where: Online (join from anywhere!)
🌟 Who: Open to all – don’t miss out!

Sign up now! 👉 https://www.christianaid.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/faith-action-drop-session

16/09/2024

Rebuilding the Conservative Party must start at grassroots level, reconnecting with our members and growing our base.

I am thrilled to announce I was elected Chairman of Ashford Conservatives at this evening’s executive meeting, and look forward to starting the process locally.

10/09/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended the Nothing but a Number Summit yesterday.

09/09/2024

Today is . I am proud to support and I want to say a huge thank you to all those who work or volunteer in the emergency services to keep us safe and well, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

09/09/2024

Delighted to kick-start the Nothing but a Number Summit today at Staffordshire University and warmly welcome everyone. 🎉

I had originally planned to launch my Nothing but a Number podcast at this summit, originally scheduled for 31st May, but a General Election got in the way. 🗳️

However, the mission to make Stoke-on-Trent an age-friendly city is far too important to pause and I wanted to leave this as my legacy!

08/09/2024

What a wonderful surprise dinner this evening organised by my dear friends to say goodbye ahead of my departure from Stoke this week. Thank you all for your support and friendship. We will keep in touch ###

08/09/2024

Today, we remember Queen Elizabeth II on the second anniversary of her passing and honour her legacy of dedication, grace, and service to the nation and the Commonwealth.

30/08/2024

Tune in for another episode of Nothing but a Number! Each Friday, we dive into conversations about age and ageing with incredible guests from politics, public life, and beyond, challenging the stereotypes and misconceptions that often surround these topics.

This week, I am delighted to welcome Georgina Halford-Hall, Chief Executive of WhistleblowersUK. With her wealth of experience, Georgina shares her thoughts on how turning 60 feels such a significant milestone and discusses the shifting attitudes toward age across generations.

In this episode, we explore the role of whistleblowing in today’s world and how the media shapes public perception, as well as the legacies we create as we grow older. We also discuss health and ageing, the impact of legislation on age-related issues, and how preconceptions about age can influence our personal and professional lives.

Click here to watch: https://youtu.be/mFWoBHTNTeI

Available on all streaming platforms: Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more!

29/08/2024

It’s deeply troubling to hear that Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson was recently forced to crawl off a train due to a lack of assistance from staff. This incident underscores the unacceptable challenges that disabled individuals continue to face in 2024.

I recently had the privilege of speaking with Tanni on my podcast, Nothing but a Number. We discussed her extraordinary journey from being one of Britain’s greatest Paralympic athletes to becoming a formidable advocate in the House of Lords.

🎧 Listen to our conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwaCule_6YA

25/08/2024

Are you interested in helping Stoke-on-Trent become an age-friendly city? Join the discussion on September 9th at Staffordshire University. Meet policymakers and service providers and share your views. All welcome. See revised times and RSVP details below:

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Thank you to everyone who attended the Nothing but a Number Summit yesterday.

🎙️ Exciting News! 🎙️ Get ready for a brand-new episode of the #NothingbutaNumberPodcast, going live tomorrow at 2 PM on Friday, 19th July! Catch me and my guest on all your favourite streaming platforms, including Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Don't miss out—subscribe for instant notifications here: ✨Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kKpX1ZKUDASwvkoVB03TX?si=yN0jXapERwivuH_FjJ9EEQ&nd=1&dlsi=bccf95c91cc64ebd ✨YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoGideonUK See you there! 🚀🎧✨

One of my last actions before the dissolution of Parliament was to film this video for the Duracell campaign on button battery safety. I look forward to continuing to support this vital campaign in the future and work with CAPT, BIPBA, and other key stakeholders to ensure the next government continues to develop better, enforceable standards.

👀 Not long now until my #NothingButANumberPodcast launches on all streaming platforms where I dive deep into fascinating topics, engaging discussions, and inspiring stories from a range of guests including Tom Tugendhat, Iain Dale, Damian Green, Paulette Hamilton, Carole from the Centre for Ageing Better and many more! #PodcastLaunch #NothingbutaNumber #Podcast #NothingbutaNumberPodcast

It was a pleasure to speak to Alison Mackenzie on ITV Central about the honour it was to have served the people of Stoke-on-Trent Central.

Farewell Stoke-on-Trent Central: Jo Gideon Reflects on Her Time as Your MP

My time as the Member of Parliament for Stoke-on-Trent Central officially comes to an end this week. It has been my privilege to represent this wonderful city, and I wanted to share with you a goodbye message with captures the spirit of the last 4 and a half years.

SATs 2024 Good Luck

I wish all Year 6 pupils across Stoke-on-Trent the very best of luck with their SATs this week. Here's everything you need to know about SATs including how appropriate tests are designed and when your child can expect to receive their results 👇https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2024/04/26/when-are-year-6-sats-2024-key-dates-for-parents-and-pupils

I'm thrilled to unveil something I've been working on behind the scenes – my very own podcast called Nothing but a Number! 🎉 Get ready to dive deep into fascinating topics, engaging discussions, and inspiring stories. But before I hit the airwaves, I need your support! Sign up at https://forms.gle/xsR7PT89oHGBq7Ee9 to be the first to know when my podcast launches! 📩 Don't miss out on exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and more. #PodcastLaunch #StayTuned #NothingbutaNumber #Podcast #NothingbutaNumberPodcast

Good luck to everyone who starts their exams today! 👏📝🍀

Today, I spoke in the Westminster Hall debate that Mary Kelly Foy MP and I co-sponsored on the contribution of volunteers. I was delighted to recognise, celebrate, and thank the UK’s incredible volunteers for all that they contribute to our local communities, the voluntary sector, and society as a whole, and highlight the wonderful work of individuals and organisations in my constituency.

This morning I spoke in the House of Commons and asked the Leader of the House to allocate Government time for a debate on the future of community enterprise and community lending, including Bank of Dave-style initiatives that drive local growth. Watch my speech below 👇

🍴Food Waste and Food Redistribution Debate🍴 I recently secured a Westminster Hall Debate on Food Waste and Food Redistribution. Watch my speech below 👇