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Looking forward to attending Blackrod Art Group's preview evening. If you would like to view the Group's exhibition, which is always excellent, the details are...

Thanks to everyone who came to my Meet Your MP event in Brazley Community Centre in Horwich earlier this week. Lots of points and questions were raised...

Dear Sir I am writing in order to submit my objections to planning application A/17/83795/MAJMIN, regarding Maxilead’s proposed move to the Chanters Industrial...

I met with Network Rail's new Project Manager at Horwich Parkway this week to discuss the substantial ongoing problems affecting rail users. I was informed that...

I'm holding one of my regular public meetings this Thursday, this time in Horwich. It's taking place at the Brazley Community Centre, Cedar Avenue, Horwich, BL6...

My last column for the Leigh Observer: Brexit never seems to be far from the headlines especially because of the devious machinations of some of our senior...

There are a series of problems affecting local rail services which mean that local communities have an appalling service. I have raised this with Ministers to...

I am pleased to have nominated Thorrun Govind for The Healthier Communities Award as part of the NHS70 Parliamentary Awards and wish her the best of luck...

I must start by saying congratulations to Atherton’s newest councillor – Councillor Stuart Gerrard. I have known Stuart for a few years and know that he is...