Update on the Tram Bridge Tuesday, 21 May, 2024 Fantastic to see that work on the Tram Bridge is starting soon. The new structure links Preston city centre and South Ribble over the River Ribble. This project will be delivered by Preston City Council using part of the Government’s £20m Levelling Up funding allocation from the Department of Levelling Up Housing and Communities (DLUHC), together with an additional £1 million funding from... Local News
Statement on the Resignation of Boris Johnson as Prime Minister 7th July 2022 Today the Prime Minister resigned, and after a difficult few days, I am glad we now have clarity on the situation and a clear route forward. People from across... Westminster News
Katherine Fletcher MP Welcomes Proposals for Expansion of Penwortham Substation to Upgrade the National Grid 7th July 2022 Following the Government’s commitment to increase the production and distribution of clean energy in the UK, including expanding on offshore wind farms off the... Local News
Bringing The Football Foundation to Banks Community and Leisure Centre to discuss next steps 4th July 2022 I first met the wonderful team at Banks Community and Leisure Centre last year, with the newly formed group of volunteers who had taken over. After hearing... Local News
Working for Trade and Exports for South Ribble 4th July 2022 Small and medium businesses are the backbone of our economy in South Ribble - and as a former small business owner myself, I will always go the extra mile to... Local News
On the doorstep in Penwortham 1st July 2022 Great evening out and about in #Penwortham. Thanks to everyone who took the time to chat on the doorstep this evening - it’s always great to meet you Local News
Enjoy the Great Outdoors this Summer 29th June 2022 With the Jubilee Bank Holiday and summer holidays pending - why not head to WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre? There’s nothing better than exploring our glorious... Local News
Local Business Alert 25th June 2022 Such a pleasure meeting Liam and Ellis, local legends and co-founders of No1. Fairham Gin. It was really inspiring to hear about their journey, from starting at... Local News
Heat Pump Discovery Day 24th June 2022 Heat pumps are a brilliant way to reduce our carbon footprint - and cut our heating bills. It was great to attend the event hosted by a fantastic local business... Local News
Find Your Next Career at Preston Job Centre 23rd June 2022 It was really fantastic to meet the team at Preston Job Centre who are helping people across Preston and Penwortham find their passion and next career - and... Local News