Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

8 hours ago

REMINDER: Cost of Living Event - next Friday! ⏰

Our cost of living support event is happening on 20th February at New Mills Town Hall, 1-3pm. Pop in anytime - no booking needed and everyone's welcome, especially families who need a helping hand.

We're bringing together some brilliant organisations under one roof: Derbyshire Citizens Advice, Frontline Debt, Zink, Christians Against Poverty, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue, plus my casework team. Huge thanks to everyone giving up their time to support our community - it really shows the strength of what we have here in High Peak.

Whether it's energy bills, debt advice, or accessing support you didn't know existed, there'll be someone there who can help.

Can't make it on the day? No problem. Drop me and my team a message at [email protected] - everything's completely confidential and we're here for you.

See you there! 👇 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

14 hours ago

I'm thrilled to announce my third High Peak Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair is coming to Buxton 🤩

▪️Friday, 20th March 2026
▪️10.00am – 1.00pm
▪️The Crescent Hotel, Buxton

After the incredible success of our Buxton and Glossop fairs last year – where over 700 people connected with 95+ employers – we're doing it again, and it's going to be even bigger!

This is YOUR chance to:
✨ Meet face-to-face with local employers actively hiring
✨ Discover apprenticeships that could kickstart your career
✨ Get expert advice on your CV and interview skills
✨ Explore training opportunities to level up your skills
✨ Connect with people who want to help YOU succeed

Whether you're 16 or 60, looking for your first job or your next career move, there's something here for you. We're also running a dedicated Neurodiverse hour from 10-11am to make sure everyone feels welcome and supported.

The energy at our previous fairs has been absolutely electric – seeing people of all ages finding new opportunities and building confidence in their futures is exactly why I do this work.

Don't miss out – and PLEASE share this with anyone who needs to see it! A friend, a family member, a neighbour – you never know whose life you might help change 🚀 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

1 day ago

Congratulations to Al Boyd and the entire Edale community on the premiere of Stone of Stone 🌟

Four years in the making and a wonderful example of what communities can achieve together when they come together with creativity and determination.

And I'm also so proud that one of my children is making her film debut!

You can read more about this story in the comments below ⬇️ ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

1 day ago

Good to see progress on the 'falling down house', with the facade coming down👷‍♂️

This has been disrupting our community for far too long, particularly with those temporary traffic lights causing daily frustration. Thanks to Sally de Pee HPBC Cllr for Chapel West Ward for keeping the pressure on and championing residents' concerns about this!

Can't wait to see the building properly restored and those traffic lights gone for good! 🚦 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

2 days ago

A57 (Mottram Moor) Roadworks Update 🚗

Please share this graphic to keep family, friends and neighbours informed about upcoming roadworks on the A57.

I know disruptions are never ideal, but these works are essential to keep the bypass project on schedule. The sooner we complete this work, the sooner our community will see the benefits.

If you have any concerns or questions about these works, please fill out my survey (link in comments). Your feedback helps me support our community through this process.

Thank you for your patience! 💙 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

2 days ago

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴

I know that for many families, things are still tight. I hear it on the doorstep, at street surgeries, and over coffee with residents. The cost of living hasn’t disappeared, and my priority is making sure people in our communities are getting every bit of support they’re entitled to.

Help is available - but too often it’s hard to know where to turn or what you can claim. That’s why I’m bringing everything together in one place. On Friday 20 February, from 1pm to 3pm, I’m hosting a cost-of-living support event at New Mills Town Hall (SK22 4AT). It’s open to everyone, with a particular focus on supporting families.

Derbyshire Citizens Advice, Frontline Debt, Zink, Christians Against Poverty, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue, and my own casework team will all be there. Whether you need help with benefits, debt, energy bills, housing, employment, or simply want to understand what support might be available to you, there will be someone ready to help. These organisations do incredible work, and I’m grateful they’re giving up their time. Even if you don’t need help right now, it’s worth popping along to see what’s there.

Alongside this local support, tackling the cost of living is the central mission of this Labour Government - and that means real, practical changes. After Liz Truss crashed the economy and sent mortgage rates spiralling, many families were left paying the price. Now, mortgage rates are coming down, with High Peak residents seeing average annual reductions of up to £1,600. If you have a mortgage, it’s worth speaking to your adviser to see if you could benefit. We’re also tackling the barriers facing first-time buyers, so more people can get a foot on the ladder.

From April, energy bills will fall by £150, and the expanded Warm Home Discount means more households than ever will get help automatically - no forms, no hoops to jump through, just direct support. Fuel duty remains frozen, and I’m particularly excited about the new fuel price finder. Like many of you, I find it infuriating to fill up the car only to drive down the road and see fuel 4p a litre cheaper. This new system helps people find the cheapest fuel nearby and encourages competition to keep prices down. Filling up the family car shouldn’t feel like a gamble.

Family life matters. It’s one of the greatest joys in my life, and everyone should have the chance to build the life they want. That’s why more than 3,000 children in High Peak benefit from free school meals, over 500 from free breakfast clubs, and why we’re expanding fully funded childcare to 30 hours a week. This will help parents - especially mums - return to work. I know from other parents just how often the cost of childcare became a real barrier, making it feel like it wasn’t worth slogging away at work for someone else to look after your child.

These actions are driven by a simple goal: for you to be better off. If you need support, or want to talk something through, please don’t hesitate to contact my office at [email protected]. ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

3 days ago

REMINDER: CLOSURE OF MANCHESTER PICADILLY STATION 14-22 FEB 🚧🚦

Manchester Piccadilly will be completely closed for major improvement works - upgrading tracks, points and signalling to reduce future disruptions and improve your journeys long-term.

What this means for you:
🔀 Revised train services on routes in and out of Manchester
🚌 Rail replacement buses will connect key points where needed
⏰ Expect longer journey times, especially during peak hours

Plan ahead! Check your journey before you travel and allow extra time.

I'm aware that this closure will coincide with lane closures on the M67. I've been in contact with National Highways to ensure they have contingency plans in place to prevent major congestion during this period.

With the 14th falling on Valentine's Day, this could be the perfect opportunity to support our local businesses. Why not avoid the traffic altogether and book a romantic Valentine's meal at one of Glossop's excellent restaurants? It's a great way to show our local venues some love while steering clear of any potential congestion.

I know travel disruptions are always frustrating, but these improvements are essential to ensure our trains work reliably for the long term. The sooner the work is completed, the sooner High Peak will benefit from better rail services.

Need support or have concerns?
📩 My office is here to help: [email protected] ... See MoreSee Less