Radical reform to education will open student finance outside of the traditional university route for the first time. The equivalent of four years of post-18 course funding will be available in Blackpool, alongside a proportionate maintenance loan to help with living costs for those eligible.  

The Prime Minister has made a clear commitment to building a country that works for everyone, everywhere. A key part of that is making everyday journeys easier and more affordable. 

Yesterday, on my Beyond the Prom tour, I sat down with GPs at Arnold Medical Centre who told me what I hear across the town – we have a mental health crisis in Blackpool, and we need urgent crisis support. I welcome today’s funding announcement and I’m pushing for Blackpool to get its fair share.

Blackpool is bidding to become UK City of Culture 2029 – and I want us to win it. Join me in backing the bid before it’s submitted on Monday.

Blackpool is a town with huge potential and pride. But we are also a case study in what happens when national policy neglects the specific needs of coastal communities.

When people talk about threats to democracy they often point to Westminster, but one of the biggest threats facing our democracy today is in our hands.

While millions enjoy our iconic promenade this summer, I’ll be heading Beyond the Prom – to meet residents, listen to them and take action in every corner of Blackpool South.

School’s out and this summer the government's Great British Summer Savings scheme is making it cheaper for families here to enjoy the town we love.

Current law does not clearly and consistently recognise where prolonged domestic abuse is a significant contributing factor in suicide. As a result, perpetrators are not always held accountable, and families are left without justice.

I’ll be hosting a Chat With Chris in Tyldesley and warmly invite residents to come along.

Together, we're proving what can happen when our town finally has a strong voice fighting in its corner.