Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

17 hours ago

🥸 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥: 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭𝟬 – 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗢 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬!

Ten days into my Movember journey, and I've made a slightly worrying discovery. Not about the moustache (although that's questionable enough!), but just how often I seem to wear a suit! 😂👔

Today I wanted to talk about something I've not always been particularly good at myself – 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸-𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲.

Like many people, I love my job and care passionately about what I do. But that can make it all too easy to work long hours, take work home and struggle to properly switch off.

I'll be the first to admit I haven't always got that balance right.

And the reality is that constantly being 'on', not making enough time for ourselves, our families and friends, or simply getting some proper rest can take a real toll on our mental health.

It's something I'm trying to get better at, because looking after ourselves isn't selfish. It's important.

As men, we're not always great at recognising when we need to slow down, let alone talking about it. But we should.

That's what Movember is all about – encouraging conversations, looking out for one another and reminding ourselves that our mental health matters just as much as our physical health. 💙

So here's your reminder (and mine!) to make some time for yourself this week.

And if you can spare a few pounds to support Movember UK's brilliant work, please donate:

👉 uk.movember.com/donate

Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to see if I own any clothes that aren't a suit! 🥸😂

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Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

18 hours ago

Around 2,000 people came together in Glossop on Sunday to mark Remembrance Sunday and pay tribute to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

I was proud to lay a wreath and join our community in remembering the brave men and women who served, those who never returned home, and all those who continue to serve today.

It was incredibly moving to see so many people come together to ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.

We will remember them. 🌹

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Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

21 hours ago

Access to mobile phones risks pulling children away from their learning and from each other.

That is why Labour is strengthening guidance to take the next leap to truly phone-free schools ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

22 hours ago

Are you a carer, or do you look after a family member, partner or friend? ❤️

Goyt Valley Medical Practice is holding a Carers Day at its Whaley Bridge Practice on Wednesday 11 November, from 9.30am.

Two members of my team will also be there, so please do come along and say hello!

The event will offer free health checks for patients who are carers, alongside advice and support from a range of local services, including social prescribers, public health and community matrons. ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

1 day ago

🚆 I'm pleased to welcome an agreement between Northern Trains and the RMT which will bring an end to the long-running dispute over Sunday working and pave the way for the restoration of around 230 Sunday rail services across the North.

Since being elected, I've held numerous meetings with Northern to raise concerns about Sunday services, the impact of cancellations and the uncertainty faced by passengers across High Peak and the wider region.

I'm genuinely relieved to see an agreement finally reached. People should be able to rely on their railway seven days a week, whether they're travelling to work, visiting family and friends or heading into Manchester for a day out.

The phased return of services begins this month, with around 70 additional Sunday services expected each week by 13 December. All 230 services removed in December 2024 are expected to be restored by May 2027.

The agreement will also bring improvements to how the railway operates, including driver-controlled door release to help improve punctuality and make services more efficient.

As we move towards Great British Railways, we have an opportunity to build a railway that puts passengers and the communities it serves first, rather than shareholders. ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

1 day ago

📢𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐏 📢

Get the latest updates on local issues, campaigns, and my work in Parliament to help make High Peak better for everyone - straight to your inbox! ✉️

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Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

2 days ago

🥸 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥: 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟵 – 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗝𝗢𝗕 𝗜𝗦 𝗕𝗘𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗔𝗗! ❤️

The best way to end a busy day? A bedtime story with my girls! 📖❤️

Days like today are a reminder of just how important time with your children is. But for many new dads, getting that time isn’t always easy.

That’s why I’m supporting The Dad Shift, who are campaigning for better paternity leave in the UK.

Research by Movember UK found that 82% of fathers believe better paternity leave would be the single biggest thing the Government could do to support their mental health.

Dads deserve the time to bond with their children, support their partners and look after their own wellbeing too.

Find out more and support the campaign: ➡️ dadshift.org.uk/

And if you can, please support my Movember fundraising: ➡️ uk.movember.com/donate

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