It is disappointing to hear that, at the time of writing this column, rail unions are set to strike over the Christmas period, impacting travel plans for thousands of families across the country.
Fylde MP Mark Menzies has welcomed updated Government plans to ensure energy bill support reaches people living in park homes and others paying energy bills through third parties.
December is upon us and it is, as ever, wonderful to see towns and villages across Fylde lit up, helping spread a little bit of festive cheer and making our high streets an attractive place to stock up ahead of the busy Christmas season.
The big event of the last week was the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement. There had been no shortage of speculation about what might be included in the package of measures announced, or about the potential for painful decisions to be made.
It is always good to welcome Ministers to the area, to show them the incredible potential and opportunities and the fantastic work taking place in our local communities.
This week people of Fylde will fall silent to remember those who have given their lives in service of their country and to protect our freedom. The Service of Remembrance is an opportunity to pause and to reflect, something that, given recent events, is more important than ever.
Our new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak had barely been in Downing Street for 24 hours when he made his first big call, one with huge implications for all of us here in Fylde.
Fylde MP Mark Menzies says local people will have an opportunity to reject fracking once and for all after securing huge concessions from the Government.
With the excitement and headlines of conference season behind us, the return to Parliament is most welcome, bringing a chance to press Ministers on how we intend to deliver on the promises made in the 2019 manifesto.
It is Conservative Party conference this week, an opportunity to outline the Government’s agenda and to debate the ideas which will help improve the lives of people across the United Kingdom, including those living here in Fylde.
