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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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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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Congratulations Alisha Palmowski Racing on becoming the F1 Academy Champion 🏆
☕ It was great to meet residents at my coffee morning in Edale on Saturday!

These coffee mornings are a valuable opportunity to catch up with people across High Peak, hear what matters to them and talk about how I can help.

Thank you to everyone who came along and took the time to chat. 🗣️
💼 Backing jobs and opportunities in High Peak.

From supporting local businesses and connecting people with employers to the Government’s work to get more people into good jobs, there’s more to do to make sure everyone has the opportunity to get on.👇
☕ GOOD MORNING FROM EDALE!

I'm at The Old Nags Head in Edale today for another of my regular coffee mornings around High Peak.

If you're nearby, why not pop in, say hello and have a chat? Whether there's something you'd like to raise or you just fancy a cuppa, it'd be lovely to see you!

Hope to see you soon! ☕
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. 👏
A fantastic turnout at my Careers, Skills and Jobs Fair today! 👏

Hundreds of local people came along to Glossop Cricket Club to meet employers, explore new opportunities and get advice on taking their next step into work.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, as well as all the employers and organisations who helped make the event such a success.

And congratulations to Vickie Sharpe, who was the lucky winner of our tablet and goody bag prize draw for signing up to my newsletter! 🎉📱🎁

If you haven’t already, make sure you sign up to my newsletter to keep up to date with my work across High Peak.
📣 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. 🔥🌿
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👶 𝗔 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀.

Yesterday in Parliament, I joined campaigners from The Dad Shift, On The Tools and Movember to discuss the need for better paternity leave.

Today’s Budget announcement means self-employed dads will be able to access paternity pay for the first time, worth up to £388.64 per qualifying parent.

That could make a difference to around 80 self-employed dads in High Peak every year.

For too long, self-employed fathers, including tradespeople, have faced a difficult choice when their baby arrives: take time off to be with their family and lose income, or return to work straight away.

I’ve been campaigning for better paternity leave because every dad deserves the chance to be there for their new-born without facing financial hardship.

This announcement is an important step forward, but there’s more to do. I’ll keep pushing for improvements to paternity leave so every dad has the time and support to be there for their family when it matters most.

Thank you to The Dad Shift, On The Tools and Movember for their continued work to make this happen.
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💷 What does the Budget mean for High Peak?

The Budget is about giving people breathing space for today and hope for the future, with measures to help ease the pressure on household finances and support working families.

Here’s what it means for people across High Peak. 👇
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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.

Sign up for your free #UKPW resource kit here 👉 www.ukparliamentweek.org/en/
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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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Post Office services will be restored at Horwich End on Monday 2 November, operating from the same premises with an interim postmaster and the same range of services.
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💻 𝗜 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗸, 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲.

If there’s something you need support with, you can book an appointment via email or through the contact page on my website: www.jon4highpeak.com/contact
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🔥 The devastating wildfires we saw across High Peak this summer must be a wake-up call.

On Tintwistle Moor, we’ve seen first-hand how quickly wildfires can destroy precious landscapes, threaten wildlife and put communities at risk.

As climate change increases the risk of extreme weather, we need action to protect the places we love and prepare for the challenges ahead.

The National Trust is calling on the Government to make climate resilience a national priority, invest in nature and give Fire and Rescue Services the funding and equipment they need to tackle wildfires.

I’m backing calls for action to protect our countryside, our communities and future generations.

✍️ Sign the petition here: campaigns.nationaltrust.org.uk/page/196457/petition/1?ea.tracking.id=Wildfire_Press_Release

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