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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · 16d

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Sep 2

Really pleased to bring my street stall to Tesco in Heswall, talking to people about a range of issues.

Thank you to Tesco for having me, and thanks to everyone who stopped to have a chat.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 29

I recently met with Merseyside’s Chief Fire Officer to visit their world class training facility. I was delighted to find out that here on Merseyside we have the best rescue service in the world!

Thank you to everyone at Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service for the work you do keeping us safe.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 23

Great to hear that Clatterbridge is one of the Community Diagnostic Centres which will be opening on evenings and weekends.

This will mean people get appointments more quickly – helping to secure a faster diagnosis and getting them the treatment they need.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 21

Congratulations to everyone getting their GCSE results today!

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 14

Congratulations to everyone getting their results today!

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 13

This week I took my street stall to Pensby, speaking to people about a wide range of issues in the glorious Wirral West sunshine.

If you need to get in touch, you can find me at one of my street stalls or email me at [email protected]

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 10

Another new business opens in Hoylake – great to pop in and see C.M. Triggs Fishmongers on their opening day.

Local businesses selling fresh, local produce – you love to see it.

Good luck to everyone involved. If the first day is anything to go by, you won’t need any luck!

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 7

I was grateful so many business owners gave up their evening to talk through the challenges and opportunities ahead.

I hope their upcoming meeting with the Council leadership is fruitful so that our small businesses thrive.

Thanks for having me. I look forward to working with you.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Aug 7

Small businesses are the engine of the Wirral and our high streets. That’s why I was so pleased to join the Heswall and District Business Association to discuss how we can work together to support small businesses.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 28

Today I was in Thornton Hough for one of my coffee mornings, speaking to people about the issues that matter to them.

It was a really lovely morning, thank you to everyone who came and had a chat with me.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 26

Delivering news for the Woodchurch this morning.

Good conversations with people whilst out and about - including about the leisure centre.

The positive things we’re doing to help people don’t often make it into our news feeds, which is why I think this good old fashioned work is important.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 24

Both Wirral St John’s and Claire House provide such invaluable support in our community for people with life-limiting conditions and their loved ones.

I’m so pleased that this Labour Government has allocated such important funding to our hospices – it will make a real difference.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 22

You can find out more here: www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/2530326...

Summer 'blitz' on town centre crime and antisocial behaviour in West Kirby

Shoppers and businesses in West Kirby will see increased police patrols and local action to tackle town centre crime this summer

www.wirralglobe.co.uk

Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 22

We’re delivering increased police patrols and stronger prevention and enforcement action from the council and police – changes people have told me they want to see.

I will continue working to ensure that other pockets of antisocial behaviour across our area are addressed.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 22

I have been working and campaigning locally to tackle the blight of antisocial behaviour, so I’m pleased to see that West Kirby will benefit from the Government’s summer crackdown initiative.

www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/2530326...

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 18

In Hoylake, Scottish Power has a major training centre to help their apprentices go on to have excellent careers.

Steve Rotheram and I recently went to see the training in action and discuss Scottish Power’s role in delivering good jobs and clean energy.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 16

For too long, transport in areas like ours was neglected, and people have been left struggling to get around.

I’m really pleased to see this Government investing in the Wirral – delivering a new train station, better busses and fixing our roads.

My thoughts in the Wirral Globe: buff.ly/bp9oQK0

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 12

I was really pleased to visit St Bridget's C of E Primary School to meet students and talk to their Headteacher Mr Le Feuvre about the work they do.

I'm meeting schools across Wirral West to discuss how I can support them and their students. Thanks to everyone at St Bridget's for having me.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 11

Today I took my petition for a privacy screen at West Kirby Concourse to the streets, speaking to people in West Kirby about why I think this is important.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to have a chat with me.

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 6

It’s been a busy first year as your Member of Parliament. Thank you to everyone who has contacted me with their thoughts and concerns.

If you need to get in touch, please email [email protected]

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 5

Best of luck to England Women who start their Euro 2025 campaign today, especially Wirral West’s Niamh Charles! We’re all rooting for you ⚽

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 5

Good afternoon from the Woodchurch.

You name it, we discussed it! The NHS, ASB, pot holes, immigration, education, transport.

Was great to have so many conversations about the issues that matter to people.

Have a great weekend, all!

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jul 4

In just one year, this Labour government is fixing the foundations to build a stronger Britain. With people from across Wirral West, I’m working hard to bring the improvements our area needs.

Some highlights from Labour’s first year in office ⬇️

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Matthew Patrick MP @matthewpatrick.bsky.social · Jun 30

The government is investing £3 million for the scheme, to help more children experience the benefits of spending time outdoors.

I will continue to call for important investment in green spaces for schools across our area.

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