Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

22 hours ago

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳'𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀

I recently met with local school support staff and UNISON representatives affected by the restructuring proposals being brought forward by the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust.

The proposals affect 14 schools across Derbyshire, including several schools here in High Peak.

Staff shared their concerns about the potential impact the proposals could have on both their livelihoods and the support available to pupils. Many are worried about changes to jobs, pay and working hours, and I know this has been an incredibly difficult and worrying time for dedicated school employees and their families. I am equally concerned about the impact these changes will have on pupils and the wider school communities.

Following those discussions, I joined with fellow Derbyshire MPs to raise these concerns directly with the Trust and seek further information about the proposals, the consultation process and the potential impact on staff, pupils and school communities.

In recent days, in response the Trust has announced that its Chief Executive is stepping down. I understand an interim chief executive has been appointed and my challenge to them is to listen and address the concerns that have been raised by staff, pupils and their families.

I recognise the financial challenges facing the Trust. However, before any reduction in frontline support staff is implemented, it is important that all reasonable alternatives are fully explored. School support staff play a vital role in helping children learn, thrive and stay safe, and their contribution should never be underestimated.

We all want the best outcome possible for the schools and everyone connected with them.

I will continue to engage constructively with all parties and support local staff and families as this process progresses. ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak is feeling grateful.

1 day ago

A number of residents got in touch with me recently to report that the free to use cash machine at Glossop's Banking Hub was out of order.

I raised the issue with Cash Access UK, who provide this along with the Banking Hub service, and I'm pleased to say the cash machine is now back up and running.

Thank you to everyone who contacted me to flag the problem. Access to cash remains important for many people in our community, so I'm glad we were able to get this sorted quickly.👍 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

1 day ago

This summer, Labour is cutting the cost of children’s meals out, to help save parents money. ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

1 day ago

⚠️ 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝟱𝟳 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆⚠️

Please be aware that the A57 Snake Pass will be fully closed 🚧 24 hours a day from Monday 15 June until Friday 3 July while major investigation and repair works take place at the Doctor’s Gate landslip site.

The closure will affect the route between Glossop and Bamford Reservoir.

These works are essential to help find a long-term solution after ongoing ground movement and cracking along the road. While the closure is in place, teams will also be carrying out:
🛣️ Pothole repairs
🧹 Litter picking
🌧️ Drain clearing
🌳 Cutting back overgrown trees and hedges
🚸 Pavement repairs
🪧 Cleaning and replacing damaged signs

A signed diversion route will be in place, and access for residents, businesses, farmers and organisations along the route will be maintained.

I know this will be frustrating for many people who regularly use Snake Pass, but public safety must come first. These works involve heavy machinery and drilling equipment operating across the carriageway, and they are vital to securing the future of this route.

Thank you to everyone for your patience and understanding while this important work is carried out🙏 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

2 days ago

𝗔 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲🗑

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 ... See MoreSee Less

Jon Pearce MP for High Peak

2 days ago

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