My Summer Surgery Tour is Back 28th July 2023 A normal week involves a lot of travel to and from London. But with Parliament now in recess I’ve been travelling a lot here in Burnley and Padiham instead... Opinions
An Alternative to the Doom and Gloom Brigade 21st July 2023 You don’t have to look far for some news story that’s got negativity or doom and gloom front and centre. In fact, a lot of the time it feels like that’s all the... Opinions
Expanding Apprenticeships 14th July 2023 Having the opportunity to build a decent life for yourself is something I want to see afforded to every single resident of Burnley and Padiham. It’s why you’ll... Opinions
Taking Action Against Anti-Social Behaviour to Strengthen Community Safety in Burnley and Padiham 7th July 2023 One of the best parts of my role is travelling around the borough, speaking and listening to people; taking on board different viewpoints and making sure that... Opinions
Tackling Inflation, Supporting Work, and Championing Affordability 30th June 2023 On Sunday, after a week spent with me in Parliament and across Burnley and Padiham, I saw Volodymyr Krydenko off when I dropped him at Heathrow airport. The... Opinions
From International Relations to Economic Prospects: A Week in Focus 25th June 2023 Following my visit to Ukraine in February, this week I’ve had the privilege of welcoming Ukrainian MP Volodymyr Kreidenko to the UK – first to Parliament and... Opinions
Nurturing Ambition and Driving Educational Progress 16th June 2023 This week has seen me undertake a real mix of activities. After fulfilling my Parliamentary duties at the start of the week, I arrived back in Burnley slightly... Opinions
UK's Growth Overtakes Germany, Fueling Success for Burnley and Padiham Businesses 9th June 2023 Another week and more positive economic news. This time from the OECD which, hot on the heels of the IMF upgrade in UK growth forecasts, has predicted that we... Opinions
Burnley Express Column: The value of knocking doors, listening, and seeking views (Illegal Immigration) 2nd June 2023 In a world where genuine and meaningful political conversations are often overlooked, there is a profound joy in getting out and about, engaging with people... Opinions