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£343m for NHS mental health centres – Blackpool must be at the front of the queue
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.
Back The Bid – Blackpool vies City of Culture
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.
Tying the knot – reforming wedding laws
Proposed wedding law reforms could allow couples to legally marry almost anywhere that is meaningful to them, from Blackpool beach to their own back garden, while making weddings more affordable and accessible.
Our communities can’t tackle deprivation alone
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.
The threat to democracy isn’t in Westminster – It’s online
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.
Backing the venues at the heart of our communities
From April, pubs, clubs and live music venues will see their business rates cut by 20%.
Burnham’s first day: Cutting our taxes on household bills
From October, VAT will be removed completely from electricity bills to help ease the cost of living this winter.
government launches major youth employment drive
Every young person searching for work will be given an opportunity with the Youth Guarantee.
Beyond The Prom is back – my second annual summer roadshow
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.
Make the most of great Blackpool Summer Savings
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.
Hillsborough Law Finally passed
This week, after 37 years, the Hillsborough Law finally passed through the House of Commons.
Why I’m backing Kiena’s Law
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.
What actually happens to our food waste?
Instead of throwing food waste away, we are turning it in to a valuable resource.
Chat With Chris in Tyldesley
I’ll be hosting a Chat With Chris in Tyldesley and warmly invite residents to come along.
Marking 2 years as your MP
Together, we're proving what can happen when our town finally has a strong voice fighting in its corner.
Labour government to ban abusive ‘conversion’ practices
The Government is delivering on its commitment to ban conversion practices that seek to change or suppress a person's sexual orientation or transgender identity.
Pride in Place – Community Voices Fund launches
We're investing £100,000 in local ideas, projects and activities that bring people together while helping us hear from more people across Layton and Grange Park.
Government commits £20 million new Blackpool Arena
The government has committed £20 million to the development of a new indoor arena at the Blackpool Central site, marking a major milestone in plans to create a world-class entertainment venue for the town.
Statement on the Prime Minister’s resignation
This morning, Sir Keir Starmer announced that he will step down as Prime Minister. I thank Keir for his service to our country and our party – he became leader at one of the most difficult moments in our history and led us back into government after 14 years.