The right to vote is one of our greatest strengths - Helen Jones
FRIDAY, February 5 was Voter Registration Day.
View ArticleEngineers deserve more respect - David Mowat
Just before Christmas I took part in a debate on the future of Engineering Skills and it got me thinking about the status of Engineering in our society.
View ArticleThe energy market is not working for ordinary families - Helen Jones
THANKFULLY we have, so far, not experienced a cold winter which, in terms of energy costs and prices would have put a great deal more pressure on ordinary families and businesses.
View ArticleWhy can't Halton and Liverpool follow the example of Warrington - David Mowat
LAST week I gave my evidence to the Planning Inquiry investigating the Arpley landfill site. The inspector, Mr Boyland, has now finished hearing the evidence and will begin writing his report.
View ArticleSeeking some answers on Warrington Hospital - Helen Jones
This week, yet again, I raised the future of Warrington hospital in the House of Commons.
View ArticleDavid Mowat: Keeping an interested eye on the UTC
AS a former engineering student, I am always keen to see governments investing in the skills of young people to get them making things.
View ArticleBeing appreciated on Mother's Day- Helen Jones
LAST Sunday was Mother’s Day and, like most mothers in the constituency, I received a present. It is nice to be appreciated within your own family but most mums should also be recognised for the role...
View ArticleProud to protect the NHS - David Mowat
ONE of the Government’s priorities, which I support very much, is that, even in a time of austerity and cuts, we have been able to protect the NHS which will see an additional £11bn of funding in this...
View ArticleWhat's in my post bag - Helen Jones
WHEN young people come on work experience in my office they are always astonished by the varied postbag I receive.
View ArticleDavid Mowat: Apprentices can be answer to university problem
IIT’S an awkward fact that the UK has a high quality university system but is relatively poor (at least compared to France and Germany) at providing for those who choose not to go to University.
View ArticleTackling landlords is crucial - Helen Jones
When I go out door-knocking in the constituency, I often meet people worried about how their children can get a foot on the housing ladder.
View ArticleWhy I supported HS2 - David Mowat
TWO weeks ago, the HS2 project moved a step closer when the House of Commons voted, by a majority of over 400, to approve the first phase of the project from London to Birmingham.
View ArticleSunday is a special day of the week - Helen Jones
Last week, in Westminster, I met with shopworkers from Warrington and around the country to discuss the problems they face with having to work on Sundays.
View Article20 per cent of people in Warrington North paid less than living wage
NEW figures show almost 20 per cent of jobs in Warrington North pay less than the living wage.
View ArticleWarrington a nuclear town - David Mowat
ONE little known fact about Warrington is that after Cumbria there are more jobs in the nuclear industry than any other place in the UK.
View ArticleAnniversary of First World War gives us time to reflect - Helen Jones
The First World War changed Britain forever. The conflict touched every family, affected every community and fundamentally altered our country’s place in the world.
View ArticleDealing with nuisance calls - Helen Jones MP
LAST Autumn I criticised the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for its policy on the use of 0845 numbers following complaints from a number of my constituents.
View ArticleDelighted to welcome nuclear leaders to town - David Mowat
Yesterday I was delighted to speak at an event in Warrington to welcome the contribution that the nuclear industry makes to our town and the North West generally.
View ArticleMore needs to be done when times are tough - Helen Jones MP
TIMES remain tough and the cost of living crisis continues to bite, a fact I am constantly reminded of when talking to people on the doorstep. That is why, I believe more needs to be done in three...
View ArticleDelighted over road cash - David Mowat MP
NOBODY who sat in Friday night's traffic jam in central Warrington (including me!) could dispute that Warrington's road network is close to breaking point.
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