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I am hugely proud to have been elected as the Labour MP for High Peak in the 2024 general election.

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Careers & Jobs Fair

25th September 2026

Whether you’re a school leaver, a job seeker, or someone looking to upskill, this event is for you.

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Events, dear boy, events – and why growth must be our priority

“Events, dear boy, events.” Harold Macmillan’s famous observation feels particularly relevant as we look ahead to the Budget.

19/10/2026
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I’m pushing the Government to go further on face-to-face banking

We’ve secured two new banking hubs for High Peak, but I’m pushing the Government to go further. Face-to-face banking must be treated as a necessity, not a nice-to-have.

12/10/2026
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Hope Again for Hope Valley and the whole of High Peak

I came home to the Hope Valley from Labour Party Conference with more hope for the future.

05/10/2026
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Looking back at a brilliant day at my High Peak Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair! 💼👏

It was fantastic to bring together more than 40 employers, colleges and organisations with local people to showcase opportunities across High Peak.

From apprenticeships and first jobs to training and career changes, there was something for everyone.

A few weeks on, here’s a look back at the day! 👇

𝟵𝟰% 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗡𝗢 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗽 — 𝘀𝗼 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻? 🚨

Looking back at a brilliant day celebrating the incredible work of charities across High Peak. ❤️

Last month, I brought together local charities and community organisations to hear more about the work they’re doing to support people across our area.

It was a great opportunity to meet those working tirelessly in our communities and hear about the challenges they’re facing, as well as how we can better support them.

Thank you to everyone who came along and for everything you do for our communities. 👏

📣 Looking for your next job or career opportunity?

I’m at my Jobs Fair today at Glossop Cricket Club from 10am–1pm, bringing together local employers and organisations with opportunities for people across the High Peak.

Whether you’re looking for a new job, thinking about a career change, or want to explore what’s available locally, come along and have a chat.

📍 Glossop Cricket Club
🕙 10am–1pm
🎟️ Free to attend — no booking required!

Come along and find your next opportunity! 👋

Today I met with the Reform Leader of Derbyshire County Council at County Hall in Matlock to discuss the proposed closure of Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre.

The proposal would mean residents travelling to Buxton to use the nearest alternative site.

I raised the concerns I’ve heard from residents across Glossop and the wider High Peak, and stressed the importance of properly considering the impact any closure would have on local people.

No final decision has yet been made, with the council expected to consider the proposal later this year.

I’ll continue to make sure the concerns of Glossop residents are heard as this process continues.

I've come out of the meeting with the Reform leader of Derbyshire County Council - I’ll be continuing to push for answers on the proposed closure of Glossop Tip.

Just arrived at County Hall in Matlock for a meeting with the Reform leader of Derbyshire County Council to discuss their proposed closure of Glossop Tip.

𝗗𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀.

Last week, I spoke about why better paternity leave matters - not just for fathers, but for mothers, children and families.

I’ve been lucky enough to experience being a dad who can be there. But I also know what it’s like to miss school pick-ups, bedtime routines and those everyday moments that make up parenthood.

Too many dads simply can’t afford to take the time off. 90% of claimed paternity leave goes to the highest earners, while self-employed workers currently have no statutory entitlement.

That’s why I’m campaigning for six weeks of paternity leave, paid at 90% of earnings, with equivalent support for self-employed and insecure workers.

If we want caring, responsibility and kindness to be seen as strengths, we need to help dads be there.

A little change to paternity leave can make a big difference. 👨‍👧‍👦

🎤 Work experience can open doors for young people.

At Business Questions on Thursday, I raised the importance of giving young people access to work experience and highlighted my fourth High Peak Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair on 25 September.

I’m encouraging exhibitors to offer work experience opportunities to local young people and called for a debate in Parliament on why it matters.

📅 25 September | 📍 Glossop Cricket Club | ⏰ 10am–1pm

🚌 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞 𝗕𝗨𝗦 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥𝗦 🚌

From 27 September, more Route 61 services are coming to the High Peak, giving people more opportunities to travel between Glossop, New Mills, Hayfield and Buxton.

I've been working with local councillors and brilliant community groups including Sustainable Hayfield, GAST: Glossopdale Action for Sustainable Travel and Buxton Town Team to make the case for better bus connections across our communities.

So I’m delighted that Labour Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward has listened and provided the funding to make it happen.

This is what can happen when a Labour Mayor, MP and local councillors work together with our communities and deliver. 🌹

Better buses mean better access to jobs, education, appointments and our town centres - and this is a really positive step forward for public transport across the High Peak.

🎙️ I spoke to High Peak 1 this month about the devastating wildfires we’ve seen across the High Peak this summer.

I’ve been campaigning for a ban on disposable barbecues, which can cause devastating damage when used irresponsibly on our moors and countryside.

Our landscapes are precious, and we need to do everything we can to protect them. 🔥🌿

🏎️ A huge congratulations to Glossop’s Alisha Palmowski on her incredible rise through the F1 Academy! 👏

It was fantastic to see Alisha featured on North West Tonight earlier this week, talking about her journey and her growing success in motorsport. 🏁

She’s showing just what can be achieved with talent, determination and hard work - and it’s brilliant to see someone from Glossop making waves on the world stage. 🇬🇧

Local charities are at the heart of communities across High Peak.

At Business Questions today, I raised the vital role charities play in supporting people across our constituency and making a difference where it matters most.

I want to thank every charity, volunteer and community organisation across High Peak for the incredible work you do every day. Your contribution makes a real difference to people’s lives, and I will always be proud to champion the work you do.

Connex Community Support New Mills and District Volunteer Centre Little Cherubs Community

🔥 At Prime Minister’s Questions today, I raised the devastating wildfires we have seen across the High Peak this summer.

I asked what more can be done to make sure communities like ours are better prepared to prevent and tackle wildfires as our climate changes.

I was pleased the Prime Minister recognised the scale of the challenge and announced a wildfire summit.

We need to make sure our fire and rescue services have the equipment, resources and aerial support they need to tackle these fires - and we need to take action to prevent them in the first place.

Back in Parliament today for the first day after the summer recess - and straight into a Westminster Hall debate on an issue that residents across the High Peak raise with me regularly.

I spoke about the importance of protecting access to face-to-face banking services, particularly in rural communities where losing a local bank can leave people struggling to access the services they rely on.

I’ll continue to make sure the voices of High Peak residents are heard as we work to protect access to vital banking services in our communities.

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It was great to meet with local farmers from High Peak and the rest of Derbyshire this morning.

Thank you as always to the nfulife for hosting.

At the top of the agenda from a High Peak point of view was the work we’ve done together on preventing and tackling wildfires, and how we can be better prepared for the impact a changing climate will have on farming.

This was a great opportunity to discuss our priorities ahead of the Prime Minister’s upcoming Wildfire Summit, which I will be attending alongside the NFU.

We also discussed our concerns over the management of the latest round of Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) applications, as well as the potential impacts of the carbon border mechanism adjustment on fertilizer.

It was also good to talk about opportunities to promote growth and investment in farming by looking at things like expanding the scope of Annual Investment Allowance.

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The Beatles performing at the Pavilion Gardens Ballroom in Buxton, 1963 🎤Beatlemania in full cry at the Pavilion Gardens Ballroom in Buxton, Derbyshire, today in 1963.

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🖊️ THERE’S STILL TIME TO SIGN UP!

UK Parliament Week is back from 23–29 November! 🗳️

Plenty of families and schools across the High Peak have already signed up to take part, but there’s still time to get involved.

✨ What’s it all about?

UK Parliament Week is a nationwide celebration of democracy and the power of your voice. It’s a brilliant opportunity for schools, youth groups, community organisations and families to explore how Parliament works and how we can all have a say in the decisions that affect us.

📦 Free activity kits

Everyone who signs up can get a free kit packed with activities and resources to help bring Parliament to life, from classroom debates to mock elections.

🌍 Get involved!

Whether you’re a teacher planning activities for your class, a parent looking for something engaging to do with your children, or part of a local group, there’s something for everyone.

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💻 𝗜 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗸, 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲.

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Today is Anti-Slavery Day.

Thousands of people are trapped in modern slavery and exploitation across the UK, often hidden in plain sight and silenced by fear.

It’s important that we know the signs and understand how to help someone access support.

The Salvation Army and its partners provide specialist support, safe accommodation and practical help to survivors as they recover from exploitation and rebuild their lives.

💙 It takes an army to tackle modern slavery. Let’s make sure we know the signs and look out for one another.

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