Category Archives: Rothwell

New Rothwell ‘drop in’ advice sessions take off

This morning I held another of my new style councillor advice sessions, which I started back in June, in the foyer at Morrisons in Rothwell. It was a good session with many local people stopping to talk about a range … Continue reading

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Latest news on Dolphin Manor

Yesterday I had a busy day of council activity. I spent the morning catching up on paperwork and case work to help local residents and then in the afternoon was out and about with lots of meetings. First I went … Continue reading

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Rothwell Neighbourhood Policing Team – we need it here for good!

The 20% cuts to the policing budget is of great concern to my constituents in Rothwell, Woodlesford, Oulton and Carlton. Our concern has grown after this week’s riots and disruption. I was at a meeting with Chief Constable, Sir Norman … Continue reading

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August in Rothwell–still lots to do

Despite it being August, when we’re told things are meant to slow down, it has been a busy couple of days for me in Rothwell. I’ve visited the Rothwell and District Live at Home initiative that offers a friendship and … Continue reading

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Rothwell Bible Readathon

I was very impressed with the Bible Readathon this week at Rothwell Methodist Church. It has meant a marathon read of the whole bible with many joining in from the community both young and old reading out loud – non-stop … Continue reading

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Visit to Dolphin Manor care home, Rothwell

After the initial elation of becoming Rothwell’s first Labour councillor elected in the 21st century I straight away had to buckle down and get into the hard work that being a local councillor is. The first issue that I’ve had to … Continue reading

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Overwhelmed by messages of support

I’ve been overwhelmed by the amount of good wishes and congratulations on our Labour victory in Rothwell on Thursday – a huge thank you to everyone who’s left messages, phoned, sent texts, emailed, on Facebook and on Twitter. It’s great … Continue reading

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Thank you Rothwell

I’d like to say a huge thank you to the voters of Rothwell, Woodlesford, Oulton and Carlton who’ve put their faith in me and elected me as the new Labour councillor for the Rothwell ward on Leeds City Council. Before … Continue reading

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Carnival in the air in Rothwell

Had another great bank holiday weekend in and around Rothwell. It started on Friday with an official road closure outside The Unicorn in Carlton for our very own street party to celebrate the Royal Wedding. There was loads going on … Continue reading

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Rothwell local election campaign gains momentum

Another fantastic day on the campaign trail in Rothwell, we’re getting a fantastic response! It’s been a busy week campaigning, including with John Healey. the shadow health minister, door knocking in Rothwell on a beautiful sunny day! The campaign is … Continue reading

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