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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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🔥 The wildfire situation across High Peak continues to develop.

A huge thank you to our incredible firefighters and emergency services working around the clock to keep people safe.

Please continue to avoid affected areas and follow official advice.
I raised my campaign to ban the sale of disposable BBQs on BBC Politics East Midlands.

It looks like Reform are against taking the necessary steps to protect our communities, firefighters and our countryside.

Watch the full discussion on BBC iPlayer.
🚨 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗹𝗲𝗳𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝘆! 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺-𝗿𝘂𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗯𝘆𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗽. 🚨

This isn't a done deal – but we need as many people as possible to make their voices heard.

If Glossop Tip is important to you, please do these 3 things:

✅ 1. Fill in the consultation: https://bit.ly/glossoptipconsultation

✅ 2. Register your vehicle: https://bit.ly/registeryourvehicle

✅ 3. Sign my petition: https://bit.ly/saveglossoptippetition
I joined BBC Politics East Midlands to discuss High Peak Borough Council's decision to close Carelink.

I will continue meeting with the council and discussing alternate options available for service users. 

Watch the full programme now on BBC iPlayer.
🎙️ I  joined Craig on High Peak 1  today to talk about the devastating wildfire on Tintwistle Moor and what more we need to do to protect our countryside.

High Peak is the most vulnerable area in the UK to wildfires, and with hotter, drier summers becoming more common, we must do everything we can to reduce the risk.

A huge thank you once again to our firefighters, gamekeepers, farmers, volunteers and everyone who are working tirelessly to tackle this fire and protect our communities.

Please continue to play your part:
🔥 Don't use disposable BBQs on our moorlands
🚯 Take your litter home
🚭 Dispose of cigarettes safely
📞 If you spot a wildfire, call 999 immediately
A major incident is in place following the wildfire at Tintwistle, with firefighters returning to the scene today as smoke continues to drift across parts of Greater Manchester.

Please avoid the area where possible and follow any advice from the emergency services.

A huge thank you to Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service, gamekeepers, farmers, volunteers and everyone who has worked tirelessly to tackle this incredibly challenging fire and keep our communities safe.

Thinking of everyone affected, and wishing those still on the ground a safe return home.
Looking to take the next step in your career, learn new skills or explore your options? 📚💼

I'm delighted that Macclesfield College 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 see what opportunities they – and many other fantastic employers and training providers – have to offer.

📅 Friday 25th September
📍 Glossop Cricket Club

Watch the video below to hear from the team at Macclesfield College about why they're looking forward to meeting you. ⬇️
I had a fantastic time at the opening of the Buxton International Festival last night 🎭
I’m at the Revive Hub in New Mills until 12. Pop along and have a brew and chat ☕️
What a fantastic 2 years it has been! Here's to many more
Reports that services have been removed from Buxton Hospital despite commitments to the contrary are completely unacceptable – here's my latest update on the fight to protect local NHS services👇
Two years ago, the people of High Peak put their trust in me to be their voice in Parliament.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the last two years. Here's to continuing to deliver for High Peak. 🌹
📻Recently I spoke to Craig on High Peak 1 about the new Great British Summer Savings.
📻Recently I spoke to Craig on High Peak 1 about my campaigning to keep Glossop Tip open.
Firefighters returned to Tintwistle Moor at 7:00am this morning after standing down overnight as daylight faded. Crews from Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service, alongside partner agencies, are now focusing efforts on the south side of the wildfire while continuing to monitor other areas.

A huge thank you to all the firefighters, Derby Mountain Rescue Team, and everyone involved in the Peak District Fire Operations Group for their continued hard work and dedication.

⚠️ Please continue to avoid the area while emergency operations are ongoing. The Pennine Way between Crowden and Black Hill remains closed until further notice to allow aerial firefighting to take place safely.

Thank you to local residents and visitors for your continued patience and support.

📹 Video footage from this morning, courtesy of Derby Mountain Rescue Team.
The consultation on the proposed closure of Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre is LIVE.

This tip is an important service for our community, and it's vital that local people have their say before any decision is made.

Please take just a few minutes today to do these three things:

🗑️ Complete the Derbyshire County Council consultation: https://bit.ly/glossoptipconsultation
📝 Register your vehicle: https://bit.ly/registeryourvehicle
✍️ Sign my petition to save Glossop Tip: https://bit.ly/saveglossoptippetition

Every response matters and together we can show how important this facility is to residents across Glossop and the High Peak.

Please also share this post so as many people as possible can get involved.

#SaveGlossopTip #Glossop #HighPeak
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🎭 I had a fantastic evening at Glossopdale Sixth Form last week watching Disney's Newsies Jr. after being invited along by student Kiedis!

The talent, energy and hard work from everyone involved shone through, and it was brilliant to see such a packed audience supporting our amazing young performers.

A huge well done to the entire cast, crew, staff and everyone who helped make it such a great production. 👏⭐️
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🔥 The wildfire situation across High Peak continues to develop.

A huge thank you to our incredible firefighters and emergency services working around the clock to keep people safe.

Please continue to avoid affected areas and follow official advice.
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⚠️The A628 Woodhead Pass will remain closed in both directions until Friday 24 July following the recent fire. Please avoid the area if possible and allow extra time for your journey, as diversions are in place and delays are expected.

Fires are still impacting a large area in Tintwistle. Please continue to follow the advice of the authorities and stay away from affected areas while work continues.

📸 Peak District Moorland Group Manchester Evening News
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🚨Another fire appears to have started near Monks Road.

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is on scene tackling the incident. Please avoid the area if possible to allow emergency services to work safely.

📸: Peaks & Tameside Weather
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Congratulations to Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister.

I look forward to working alongside him on delivering for High Peak.
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Latest update from Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service

Please continue to avoid the area so that emergency services can work safely.Wildfire at Tintwistle Moor - #UPDATE 13:00 hours Monday 20 July

Our response to the Tintwistle Moor wildfire is continuing as firefighters and partner agencies work tirelessly to contain the fire, deal with hotspots and prevent any further spread.

At present, we have 65 firefighters deployed on scene alongside 15 personnel from mountain rescue teams and 10 from United Utilities who are continuing to work in challenging conditions.

Today, our main areas of focus are in the Crowden and Arnfield areas where there have been flareups overnight and four helicopters are supporting in the overall response, carrying out water drops.

As we head into the school holidays and firefighting operations continue, we are asking members of the public to support the response by avoiding affected moorland areas and complying with all restrictions and road closures.

The A628 remains closed in both directions between Hollingworth and Flouch to allow emergency responders and partner agencies safe access.

We are also reminding people not to fly drones in areas affected by the Tintwistle Moor wildfire or the separate wildfire at Dovestone Reservoir and Swineshaw Moor. Airspace restrictions remain in place over both incidents to enable aerial firefighting operations to continue safely and effectively. Flying a drone in either area could disrupt these operations and place crews at risk.

Smoke may still be visible in some areas and can travel significant distances depending on weather conditions and wind direction. Please continue to follow public health advice and take appropriate precautions.

We would like to thank local communities for their continued patience, support and cooperation.

📸 Photo courtesy of Derby Mountain Rescue Team.
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🎆 Fireworks can bring people together for celebrations, but they should be used responsibly.

Over the years, many residents across High Peak have raised concerns with me about the impact of fireworks on pets, young children, veterans and others who can find loud, unexpected explosions distressing.

That's why I welcome the Government's 12-week consultation reviewing fireworks legislation. It’s an opportunity to strike the right balance between protecting cherished celebrations and tackling anti-social and irresponsible use.

When this issue was debated in Parliament, I was proud to highlight a campaign led by my constituent Robert Branch, whose petition helped bring greater attention to the issue. As a fellow dog owner, I know just how important this is for many families across High Peak. 🐶

I’d encourage everyone with a view to take part in the consultation and help shape future rules around fireworks.

👉 Have your say: www.gov.uk/government/consultations/fireworks-and-pyrotechnics-in-the-uk
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Great news for families across High Peak! 👏

I'm delighted to see Little Cherubs Community receive funding from Sport England to help more local children get active, learn new skills, build confidence and have fun.

From football and dance to boxing, fitness classes and toddler sessions, this funding will help open up fantastic opportunities for young people in our community.🌟 Exciting News for Our Community! 🌟

Little Cherubs Community is absolutely delighted to announce that we have been awarded a significant grant from Sport England to help more children access sport, activities and new opportunities right here in our local community.

This funding will enable children to keep active, build confidence, make new friends, develop new skills and most importantly, have fun! We have an amazing range of activities available thanks to our fantastic local partners.

🏃 Activities available include: ⚽ Football & Multisports
💃 Dance
🥊 Boxing
💪 Teenage Gym Memberships & Fitness Classes
🧸 Toddler Sessions (Under 4s)

To find out more or secure your child's place, please contact our providers directly:

🧸 Toddlers (Under 4s)
📧 [email protected]

⚽ Football, Dance, Teenage Gym Memberships, Fitness Classes & Multisports
📧 [email protected]

🥊 Boxing
📞 SF Boxing & Fitness – 07939 054867

A huge thank you to Sport England for making this possible and to our incredible partners Peak Power Sports, SF Boxing & Fitness, and Hannah Banana Parties for helping us give local children the opportunity to shine.

Spaces are limited, so please get in touch with the relevant provider to see what's on offer and book your child's place! 🌈💙
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Please take a few minutes today to do ALL three things:
✅ Fill out the Derbyshire County Council consultation bit.ly/glossoptipconsultation

✅ Register your vehicle bit.ly/registeryourvehicle

✅ Sign my petition bit.ly/saveglossoptippetition
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