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Clarkson's Catch-Up 18th June 2023

A hot and sticky week down in Westminster and up in Heywood and Middleton, but still keeping busy.

I started the week with my regular catch up with local green belt groups - we're following the progress of the Places for Everyone strategy closely and expect a decision soon.

Chris meets with Transport Secretary

I met with the Transport Secretary last week to discuss the £18 million of Government funding to Greater Manchester to protect vital transport services.

Lady McAdden Breast Cancer

Last week I met with representatives from Lady McAdden Breast Cancer to support their work in the early detection of breast cancer.

Middleton Martial Arts Academy

Middleton Martial Arts Academy was opened in 2017 by friends Grzeg and John.

Both share a passion for martial

arts and improving the health and fitness of the local community.

Derrick Walker Court

I had a lovely visit with the residents of Derrick Walker Court in Sudden recently who have been working hard on their communal gardens.

Baton of Hope UK

Last week I met with Dean Russell MP and industry champions to discuss the importance of promoting positive mental health in the workplace.

You can learn more about the work of Baton of Hope UK by visiting: https://batonofhopeuk.org/

Handover of Medical Facilities to Urkaine

I joined other Parliamentarians last week to welcome the Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom for the first of many handovers of mobile medical facilities to Ukraine.

Britain continues to stand steadfast with Ukraine against Putin's barbaric war.