In 2017, Bassetlaw petitioned, marched, and campaigned against what became an unstoppable decision to close the Children’s ward at nighttime and weekends. Following the retirement of the two Paediatric Consultants and the failure to recruit replacements it was unsafe to keep the ward open 24/7 and sick children and their families were faced with long […]
It was my great pleasure to open the new Emergency Village at Bassetlaw Hospital. This is a pivotal moment for the local area, bringing a brand-new state of the art Emergency Department to Bassetlaw. This new development increases the size of Bassetlaw’s Emergency Department and includes a Children’s Assessment Unit, allowing children to stay at […]
High speed racing on the A57 has blighted the lives of local residents for far too long. Concerns about the noise, the speed, the crowds they attract and the fear and risk of a nasty accident are raised with me constantly.
I have used every opportunity to raise these issues with the police and the local authorities, calling for action to bring this under control.
I welcome the police action this weekend. It sends out a very strong message to the racers that they are not welcome in Worksop.🚔 Bassetlaw North Neighbourhood Policing Team
Officers have responded this evening to reports of motor vehicles being driven in an anti-social manner along the A57.
As a result, two vehicles have been seized using the new Section 59 powers, where no prior warning is required.
We would strongly advise anyone considering travelling to Worksop for organised "car meets" or similar gatherings involving anti-social behaviour to think again. We will continue to take robust action against those causing nuisance, danger, and disruption to our communities.
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The disconnect between what is happening in the daily lives of ordinary people and the decisions being taken in Westminster has gone on for far too long. Politics isn't working as it should.
Our new Prime Minister Andy Burnham gets this and it's why he will be touring the UK for the rest of this month to listen, learn and understand.
I welcome his commitment to remain connected and it's why I spent yesterday knocking on doors in Worksop and will be hosting a coffee morning later in the week. These conversations are part of who I am and what I stand for and will continue as long as I am the MP for Bassetlaw.
Those who come to the UK should do so legally and play by the rules.
That's why the Government is strengthening right to work checks, including in the gig economy, while supporting businesses that do the right thing.
Since July 2024, arrests for illegal working have increased by 83% and enforcement visits are up by 77%. We're also doubling the Immigration Enforcement budget by 2028/29 and increasing enforcement staff by 60% to help tackle illegal working and those who exploit vulnerable people.
These measures are about protecting local jobs, supporting honest employers, and ensuring our immigration system is fair and works for everyone.