Pride in St Helens board chair wanted
Residents are being invited to play a leading role in shaping the future of their community, with applications now open for a Chair of the Pride in St Helens Neighbourhood Board as part of the Pride in Place programme. Following confirmation of £20 million in Government funding for Town Centre East and Fingerpost, the new […]
Marie writes to Government after SEND consultation with parents
On 12th May, Marie hosted a consultation for the parents of children with SEND. Marie stated: “It was incredibly valuable today to hold a roundtable discussion with parents of children with SEND, hearing first-hand about their experiences and the challenges they have faced. I will be feeding these views back directly to the Education Minister.” 2 days later, […]
Marie releases a double statement on her position and the Prime Minister’s
I am relieved that the Prime Minister has confirmed to Cabinet that he will not be standing down despite the internal pressures of recent days. In the last 24 hours, I made clear both to inquiring colleagues and to the Chief Whip of the Labour Party that I would be backing the Prime Minister and […]
Statement: Recent Prejudiced Attacks
The first issue of the Pride in Place Newsletter includes a visit from Steve Reed MP and an update on the Council’s role in the process.
Pride in St Helens Newsletter | Issue 1
The first issue of the Pride in Place Newsletter includes a visit from Steve Reed MP and an update on the Council’s role in the process.
Marie hosts public forum on Pride in St Helens funding
On 26th March, Marie hosted a community event for residents to share their thoughts on how £20 million in funding would be spent in their neighbourhood.
Marie speaks on type 1 diabetes diagnosis
On 11th March, Marie spoke in Westminister Hall on the importance of early testing for Type 1 diabetes in children.
Marie writes to Government on coalfield regeneration
On 5th March, Marie wrote to the Chief Secretary to the Treasury, urging the Government to support new investment for coalfield communities through the Coalfields Regeneration Trust. The Trust is seeking £50 million of government investment, which it will match to create a £100 million fund to build industrial units, support small businesses and create […]
Marie speaks on palliative and end-of-life care
Today, Marie spoke in the House about the importance of proper funding and a national strategy for palliative and end-of-life care. She shared her own family’s experience and highlighted the incredible work of Willowbrook Hospice, which has provided compassionate care to thousands of people in our community. Hospices play a vital role in ensuring people can spend […]
Marie write to Government on the West Bank
On 3rd March, Marie joined colleagues in writing to the foreign secretary to raise concerns around the situation in the West Bank