The Secretary of State @patmcfaddenmp.bsky.social has agreed to open the event hot off the news that his department is launching a new mobile jobs centre service in our town to break down the barriers that stop people finding good work.

Great British Energy has installed new solar arrays at Blackpool Gateway Academy, Marton Primary Academy, & Nursery. These savings will enable both schools to reinvest directly in education for pupils by improving facilities, investing in resources, or supporting day-to-day operations.

I’ve hit the ground running for 2026 by asking 10 questions in Parliament throughout January, taking the issues and concerns raised by Blackpool residents straight to Parliament and pressing ministers, chancellors and secretaries of state to deliver the support our town deserves. 🗼

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹’𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

Blackpool faces serious housing shortages. While the Council has made real progress in building new homes, there is still more to be done. I asked the Secretary of State what can be done so that we can build the social housing we desperately need & meet the £1.5 million target.

This month in my role as chair for the APPG for Hospitality and Tourism I welcomed the Minister for Tourism, Stephanie Peacock MP (left) to speak with MPs from across the House and industry representative including Kate Nicholls, chair of UKHospitality (right).

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀 🚃

Blackpool and The Fylde College offers excellent courses that equip young people with the skills to work with the vital renewable energy equipment we need for the future. I asked the Secretary of State to meet me to discuss how we can create those jobs right here in Blackpool?

Not only are waiting lists falling, but ambulances are arriving faster, and patient satisfaction with GP access has increased from 60% to 75%.  Fewer staff are leaving than at any point in the past decade, outside of the pandemic. All this despite a really challenging winter.

Looking back at December in Parliament ⏪ This is what bringing Blackpool into Parliament looks like – raising real issues and pushing for the change we need. 📺 youtu.be/fF6nA9gWdNc

Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year! 🎉 As we head into 2026, I’ll keep working to make sure Blackpool’s voice is heard, locally and in Parliament, and to speak up on the issues that matter most to people here. Here’s to building a better Blackpool. 🗼

2025 has been a year of making a real difference for people across Blackpool South. As we welcome the New Year, here are the ten moments that defined the past twelve months for me : www.chriswebb.org/news/a-year-of-progress-my-top-10-moments-of-2025

Last week, I met with the Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, Dan Tomlinson MP, to press the case for stronger support for our hospitality businesses and local pubs.

This week marked a historic moment in Parliament. It brings long overdue changes to workplace rights and updates employment law for the modern economy. Read more: www.chriswebb.org/news/historic-employment-rights-bill-becomes-law

Following recent discussions with business owners on Waterloo Road, I asked the Minister what action the government is taking to support small businesses in the most deprived wards of our country, such as those in my constituency.

On National #PostalWorkersDay, we should recognise the vital role posties play in every community, especially at one of the busiest times of the year. They’re facing heavier workloads and longer hours and their commitment deserves proper respect.

I’ve been calling on the Government to fund more SEND provision in Blackpool – today, they’ve listened. I am pleased to announce that we’ve secured the funding we’ve been fighting for, to support 120 extra SEND places right here in Blackpool.

Brian, Ollie, Tracey and PC Nelson shared how the Brunswick PACT sessions help strengthen community ties and tackle local issues to make Brunswick a safer place for everyone, giving local people a real voice in shaping their community and addressing issues like anti-social behaviour. 👮‍♂️

I’m launching a petition calling for a state-of-the-art indoor arena to be at the heart of the council's multi-million-pound redevelopment of the Blackpool Central site. 🗼

Today we honour the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life. The stories of those who served should never fade. We remember them. We honour them. 🌹

Over the past year, I have had the privilege of taking part in the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme, allowing me to spend time directly with members of our Armed Forces.

Throughout October, my team and I have tackled issues with housing, road safety and Universal Credit, and worked closely with Enveco, Highways, Blackpool Council and others to ensure constituents of Blackpool South are supported. 🤝

Really proud to share this personal note from the Prime Minister following months of work pushing for new Typhoon orders. This is more than just a defence deal – it’s jobs, skills and livelihoods here on the Fylde Coast, across Lancashire and the UK. (1/3)

Between reproductive health, pregnancy and birth and longer life expectancy, women are more likely to need medical care across their lifetime. But there’s a huge gender bias in medicine means women’s symptoms often go under-recognised or misdiagnosed.

Throughout October, I’ve been making sure Blackpool South’s voice continues to be heard loud and clear in Westminster. youtu.be/sRSKjCA85Dg

Great to host @visitbritain.bsky.social's #StarringGREATBritain event in Parliament, celebrating how our world-class film and TV heritage continues to inspire visitors from around the globe to come and explore the real Britain. 🎬

In Parliament, I raised the urgent issue that too many young people in Blackpool needing SEND support are being sent miles away from home when we should be providing that care right here in our town. I’ve now secured a meeting with the new SEND Minister to push this forward.

It's great to be back for a new term visiting schools across Blackpool South, and last week I visited Holy Family Primary School. I was asked some great questions about my role as an MP, both in Parliament and in the constituency.

I was pleased to reaffirm my support for WASPI Campaign's women in Parliament this week. 1950s-born women have waited long enough for justice. Ahead of December’s High Court hearing, I urge Ministers to deliver fair compensation to all those affected.

One of the strongest parts of my Beyond the Prom tour was working with Enveco, our local environmental team. We spotted problems from fly tipping to dog fouling and overgrown weeds and they cleared them. 🧹

Wishing a very happy Diwali to everyone celebrating across Blackpool and the country 🪔 To all those marking the festival, I hope you have a wonderful time with family, friends and neighbourhoods filled with love and happiness.

I’ve long said that Blackpool has the answers to its own problems and when MPs from the Health and Social Care Committee came to Blackpool this summer, what they found were perhaps answers to the whole country’s problems – at least when it comes to the first 1,000 days of life.

Yesterday in Parliament I called on the Communities Minister to make sure South Shore’s high streets get the attention they deserve.

Labour has started work on a major set of plans to open up opportunities for young people, with announcements that will change lives right here in Blackpool. 🗼 Read the policies in full here: www.chriswebb.org/news/labour-delivers-for-young-people-with-new-future-shaping-policies

I’ve secured an extra £45,000 for Blackpool to strengthen drug and alcohol treatment for people sleeping rough. Read more: www.chriswebb.org/news/blackpool-gets-45000-boost-to-tackle-rough-sleeping-and-addiction

I recently visit to Rosscon Training – a fantastic community organisation in Claremont, helping to change the lives of young people in our town. I had the chance to sit down with Charlotte who, at just 15, spoke about the challenges she faced before joining and how she has turned her life around.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed that every state primary school in England will have a library by the end of this Parliament. Labour will provide libraries to the 1,700 schools currently without one. The funding comes from £132.5 million unlocked from Dormant Assets. 📚

Labour has announced something Blackpool has been waiting years to hear – a permanent ban on fracking. No more drilling and disruption on the Fylde Coast. It’s over for good. Read more here: www.chriswebb.org/news/labour-is-banning-fracking-for-good

Today marks the start of Black History Month, an important time to celebrate the Black community here in Blackpool and beyond. This year’s theme, ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’, is a powerful tribute to the commitment to progress that defines the Black community across the globe.

My September edition of my Born & Bred newsletter is now live. 🗞️ This is my monthly update where I share how I’ve been working for Blackpool, both on the ground and in Parliament, over the last month. chriswebbmp.substack.com?utm_source=n...

New figures show the number of people claiming PIP has risen to 3.8 million – with Lancashire seeing some of the highest rates linked to mental health conditions such as anxiety, autism and psychosis. In Blackpool alone, 6,300 people rely on PIP for psychiatric disorders. Read more here:

As the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill enters Committee stage, I welcome this landmark legislation – a transformative opportunity for my home county of Lancashire to gain greater autonomy, boost economic growth and strengthen public services.

The Hillsborough Law makes honesty and accountability the rule for every public servant. It puts a legal duty of candour in place – no more cover-ups, no more excuses. Those who mislead the public or refuse to cooperate with investigations will face criminal sanctions.

Labour is delivering the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation. For too long, working people have been denied the security, dignity and fairness they deserve. Labour is changing that. We’re putting workers first and building a Blackpool and Britain that works for everyone. 🌹

I had the privilege of celebrating the world-famous Illuminations in parliament last week and having them recognised by the leader of the House of Commons for the spectacular display they are. 🗼 📺 youtu.be/q2zoyXcrCDA

🗞️ New deputy Labour leader must be Northerner who understands life outside Westminster 🗞️ Read more here: www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/new-deputy-labour-leader-must-35876992

I sat down with students from Layton Primary School (my old primary school!) to listen to their brilliant, insightful questions. It was a reminder of why I first dreamed of entering Parliament – to serve the community that I grew up in and that has influenced me. 📺 youtu.be/1cgzo7oo6bk

Today is Emergency Services Day, and I want to highlight the amazing hard work of emergency services here in Blackpool and right across the country. From our firefighters, police officers and ambulance crews, to the RNLI and NHS staff, and all those who step up when we need them most.

I visited Johnson & Johnson's fascinating and long-standing manufacturing site right here in Blackpool and discovered the life-changing and saving work that goes on there. 📺 youtu.be/ruZod35tkdQ

Throughout my Beyond the Prom tour, we’ve discovered many wonderful green spaces that are often overlooked. Marton Mere stands out as one of the green hidden gems of this town, whether you’re looking for a quiet walk, a family day out, or simply a moment to unwind. 🌳 📺 youtu.be/TsYEkfyTT9w?...