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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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Another big win in the campaign for better local public transport

For too many people across the High Peak, getting around without a car remains a real challenge.

21/09/2026
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Another big win in the campaign for better local public transport

For too many people across the High Peak, getting around without a car remains a real challenge.

15/09/2026
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Back to business in Westminster

With the kids back at school, it feels like summer is officially over. For many families, September brings the familiar pressures of new uniforms, shoes, books and everything else that comes with the new school year.

07/09/2026
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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.

🚨 A Reform councillor from Bolsover is pushing to close Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre - despite the huge number of local residents who rely on it.

Over 4,400 people signed my petition to keep our tip open. I’ve made it clear that I will continue standing up for Glossop and fighting this closure.♻️

#HighPeak #Glossop #SaveGlossopTip

Looking to take the next step in your career, learn new skills or find support as you explore your options? 💼

I'm delighted that Christians Against Poverty will be joining us at my 4th High Peak Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair this September.

They'll be there to share more about the support they offer and meet people from across the High Peak. Alongside CAP, there'll be a fantastic range of employers, training providers and organisations ready to help you discover your next opportunity.

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

Watch the video below to hear from the team at Christians Against Poverty about why they're looking forward to being there. ⬇️

🎓 𝗚𝗖𝗦𝗘 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

A huge congratulations to everyone receiving their results today. Whatever your results, be proud of how far you’ve come - and good luck with whatever comes next! 👏💚

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀? 📚💼

I'm delighted that Personalised Care Plus will be joining us at my 4th High Peak Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair this September!

Whether you're leaving school, considering a career change, returning to work or looking to upskill, make sure you come along and meet the team at PCP, alongside many other fantastic employers and training providers, to find out what opportunities are available.

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

Watch the video below to hear from the team at PCP about why they're looking forward to meeting you! ⬇️

Looking to take the next step in your career, learn new skills or explore your options? 📚💼

I'm delighted that Zink and High Peak Foodbank will be joining us at my 4th High Peak Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair this September!

Whether you're leaving school, considering a career change, returning to work or looking to upskill, make sure you come along and meet the team at Zink, alongside many other fantastic employers and training providers, to find out what opportunities are available.

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

Watch the video below to hear from the team at Zink about why they're looking forward to meeting you! ⬇️

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Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

4 hours ago

A huge good luck to my constituent, Grace Longden from Chinley, as she represents Team UK in Health and Social Care at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

It’s fantastic to see someone from High Peak competing on the world stage after all the hard work and dedication that has gone into getting here.

Grace will be competing against some of the very best young talent from around the world, and I know she’ll do herself, Chinley, High Peak and Team UK incredibly proud.

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Today, on World Alzheimer’s Day, we remember everyone affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia – those living with the disease, the families supporting them, and the carers who provide care and compassion every day.

💜 Today is a chance to raise awareness, challenge stigma and remember the people we have lost, while continuing to push for better research, care and support.

This is a deeply personal issue for me. My dad lived with Alzheimer’s before eventually passing away because of it. I saw first-hand the impact it can have on a person and on the whole family.

That experience has strengthened my belief that we must do more to support people living with dementia and the families and carers around them.

We need better research and treatments, but we also need a social care system that gives people the dignity, support and care they deserve.

Today, I’m remembering my dad and paying tribute to everyone living with Alzheimer’s, everyone caring for a loved one, and everyone who has lost someone to this disease.

We must keep working towards a future where no family has to face Alzheimer’s without the support they need. 💜

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16 hours ago

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

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I recently visited Pennine Care Centre in Glossop to meet Dr Parimala Varsha, the manager, and hear more about the challenges of running a care home.

It was valuable to hear directly from those working on the frontline about the challenges they face and the support they need.

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𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 & 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿! 🙌

Whether you’re looking for work, thinking about your next career move, wanting to learn new skills or exploring your options, everyone is welcome.
📅 Friday 25 September
📍 Glossop Cricket Club
⏰ 10am–1pm

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🚨 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 & 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗽!

📅 Friday 25th September 2026
🕙 10.00am – 1.00pm
📍 Glossop Cricket Club

Whether you're looking for your first job, a career change, training or your next opportunity, come along and meet local employers, training providers and support organisations.

We'll also be holding a dedicated Neurodiverse Hour from 10am–11am.

Last year's events welcomed over 700 attendees and 95+ employers – let's make this one even bigger!

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🍔 I recently visited McDonald’s in Glossop to meet franchisee Stuart and discuss the new Employment Rights Act and what it will mean for hospitality businesses.

McDonald’s Glossop employs more than 60 people locally, so it was a great opportunity to hear directly from Stuart about the opportunities and challenges the new legislation will bring for businesses and their staff.

It was also a bit of a trip down memory lane for me - I worked at McDonald’s myself when I was around 18, so it was great to be back in a familiar setting, this time in a very different role!

Thanks to Stuart and the team for taking the time to speak with me and for everything they do for local employees and the wider Glossop community. 👏 ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

🏫 New Mills School Open Evening

Thinking about secondary school for your child? New Mills School is holding its Open Evening on Thursday 24 September, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

It’s a great opportunity to look around the school, meet staff and find out more about what New Mills School has to offer.

📅 Thursday 24 September
⏰ 4:30pm–7:30pm
📍 New Mills School

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📢𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐏 📢

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