This week, I had a crucial meeting with the Asylum Minister to address the pressing concerns I have regarding the accommodation of asylum-seeking families at the Metropole Hotel.

The money is targeted at activities to improve community cohesion, clean ups and repair, and to improve community security and communications. The fund is flexible meaning local areas can decide how best to deliver support to the areas most affected.

Under the new Labour government the DWP is not a department to be feared – one that punishes and scapegoats people who have the least. It’s one that will lift people out of poverty and take care of people when they need it. 

I was elected by you and I promised I would never do anything to make my constituents poorer. Means-testing the Winter Fuel Payment, without considering those who fall just above the threshold, will do just that.

Northern Soul, George Formby and festivals of light – these are just three of the cultural strands that connect Blackpool to Wigan and just some of the reasons that Wigan MP and new culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, was drawn to the coastal resort for an official visit. 

Preparation for the demolition of Hartes department store on Waterloo Road and Bond Street is underway. This has to be a step in the right direction for the regeneration of South Shore.

The long-standing group will champion two critical sectors to the UK economy.

I visited Blackpool Learning Rooms to sit in classes with those re-entering education as adults.

Two speeders were fined last week after I called on police to tackle dangerous driving in Blackpool South.

The North West Ambulance Hub on Waterloo Road serves 200 staff as a central hub for the vital work our local paramedics do.

I met with volunteer boat crew who dedicate their spare time to saving lives at sea.

A new community garden space has been created at Layton Library in Blackpool for the use of local residents and library visitors

Located in central, south and north shore, Blackpool Council’s Family Hubs offer an incredible support network for local families, with everything from parenting support to financial advice and activity sessions for babies, children and families.

I attended PACT meetings in both Brunswick and Talbot wards.

Our town continues to be open and welcoming to all - as it always has been and always will be.

My commitment to you is to be open and accessible and that’s why I have created a few different ways for us to meet and chat, beyond the traditional MP’s surgery.