I am passionate about supporting local high streets, they are the focal point for communities, vital sources of employment and home to fantastic independent and small local businesses, which Fylde is blessed by a wide range of.

The roadworks in Warton have been going on for far too long.

It was a busy week in Parliament, and I was pleased to make progress on two of the issues that matter most to the people of Fylde, namely the Morgan & Morecambe project and flooding.

Road safety is a hugely important topic and, alongside speeding issues in Elswick and Wrea Green, a major concern remains Skew Bridge on Blackpool Road, Ansdell.

Storm Jocelyn has battered the west coast over recent days and although Fylde has thankfully been spared the worst of the damage, the impact on homes in communities across Britain has served as a reminder of the flooding we saw across Fylde last summer.

I am always proud to bang the drum for BAE Systems and Westinghouse, Fylde’s two largest employers.

The Government is committed to making sure work pays and putting more money into your pocket.

The latest round of Honours has been announced and I wanted to congratulate all those in Fylde who have received an award. In particular, I wanted to mention Sir Bill Beaumont who has been made Knight Grand Cross in a well-deserved recognition of his lifetime of service to rugby.

This is so often a slow news period with many people taking a much-needed break.

It has been a fantastic few weeks for BAE Systems and its employees at Warton. Earlier this month the company announced that next year will see a record-breaking intake of 2,700 graduates and apprentices join the company, including over 500 in the air division here in Lancashire.