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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 15h

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. 🎬

SEND schools in Blackpool | House of Commons | Chris Webb MP for Blackpool South

Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 3d

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.

Holy Family Primary School Q&A | Chris Webb MP for Blackpool South

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 7d

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.

Cleaning up Blackpool, street by street — Chris Webb

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 8d

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.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 9d

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. 🧹

One of the best outcomes of my Beyond the Prom tour this summer was working with Enveco, our local environmental team. We spotted problems from fly tipping to dog fouling and overgrown weeds and they ...

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 11d

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.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 14d

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.

Better Start offers better future — Chris Webb

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, I was proud to demonstrate to them exactly what ...

Regeneration in South Shore | House of Commons | Chris Webb MP for Blackpool South

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 15d

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

Labour delivers for young people with new future-shaping policies — Chris Webb

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 17d

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

Labour has fired the starting gun on a major set of plans to open up opportunities for young people, with announcements that will change lives right here in Blackpool.

Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 21d

This money is on top of the £2.86 million I secured earlier this year to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping in 2025/26 – £877,000 of which was for drug and alcohol treatment. It’s part of the Labour Government’s £84 million national package announced today, on World Homeless Day.

Blackpool gets £45,000 boost to tackle rough sleeping and addiction — Chris Webb

Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 21d

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

In Blackpool we see the impact of addiction, mental ill health and homelessness every day. Too many people are stuck in a cycle they can’t break on their own and this new funding will go straight into...

Rosscon Training: Turning young lives around — Chris Webb

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 21d

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.

I recently visit to Rosscon Training – a fantastic community organisation in Claremont, helping to change the lives of young people in our town. While there I had the chance to sit down with Charlotte...

Libraries for all primaries — Chris Webb

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 25d

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. 📚

This week the 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 curr...

Labour is banning fracking - for good — Chris Webb

Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · 29d

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

No more drilling and disruption on the Fylde Coast. It’s over for good.

Born & Bred | Chris Webb MP | Substack

Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Oct 1

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.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Oct 1

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.

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A monthly newsletter from Chris Webb, MP for Blackpool South. Click to read Born & Bred, by Chris Webb MP, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 23

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.

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Blackpool’s mental health needs are extreme – we need support that matches them — Chris Webb

New figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show what too many of us already know – Blackpool is carrying one of the heaviest mental health burdens in the country.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 18

This Bill lays an important foundation, giving us the potential to act in the interests of our communities and the power to make sure local people are heard. It marks the beginning of building a stronger, united Lancashire.

Blackpool Switch On & Illuminations | Chris Webb MP for Blackpool South

Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 18

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.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 17

This law is for the 97 who lost their lives, and for every family who stood firm when the State failed them. It’s about justice, integrity and making sure this country never goes back. I'm proud to back it alongside Justice Minister @alexdaviesjones.bsky.social and Labour colleagues.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 17

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.

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 17

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. 🌹

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Chris Webb MP @chriswebbmp.bsky.social · Sep 15

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. 🗼

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