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Flood Defence Update After £334,000 Secured For North West Leicestershire
Earlier this year, North West Leicestershire secured £334,000 of investment in local flood defence schemes to better protect homes and businesses in Long Whatton, Breedon and Diseworth.
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Amanda Hack welcomes government’s £2.7 million investment to boost local transport in Leicestershire
Thanks to this new funding, on top of last year’s £8 million uplift for better buses, Leicestershire County Council now has the opportunity to improve public transport and push forward schemes that strengthen connectivity for local people.
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New online hospitals to revolutionise care for local people
A pioneering new model of care is being launched to give patients faster, more flexible access to expert clinicians anywhere in England, without the need for a physical hospital site.
06/10/2025Read More
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As your local MP there are a number of different things I can help you with or offer advice on, such as; benefits, immigration, tax issues, problems with the NHS, child maintenance and education matters.
I would love to hear from you about what you think my priorities should be as your MP for North West Leicestershire and what matters most to you.
Please use the contact form to get in touch with me. Please remember to provide as many details as possible, including your name, address and full details of your issue.
A huge thank you to Kerrie from Vitalize Health & First Aid Training for giving up her time yesterday to take some of the students at Ashby School through a CPR and Defib workshop to help raise awareness and confidence of what to do in a life-threatening situation.
As a member of the APPG for defibs I feel so passionately about ensuring as many people as possible feel comfortable performing CPR and know where their local defib is. It really could make the difference between life and death for someone.
Don't forget to 'Dash' to your nearest Defib this week if you haven't already to help us identify where all our local defibs are and where our deserts of coverage are. I know that not every defib is registered on The Circuit so your local knowledge is vital in helping us identify these.
You can read more about the Defib Dash here: www.amandahack.com/defib-dash-faqs/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Amazing to be back at Palace Bingo in Coalville earlier this week for the grand re-opening after their refurbishment!
Every time I visit, it's great to be part of the big bingo family. The club looks fantastic after the refurb. If you haven't been before or haven't managed to get down since the re-opening, make sure you do! ... See MoreSee Less
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I'm aware of the incident in Ashby this morning and am in contact with local police. Thank you to all the emergency services involved in the response.
Anyone with information can contact the police by calling 101 and quoting incident 104 of 21 November or anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. ... See MoreSee Less
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three house fires in Ashby
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A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with three house fires that are believed to have been set deliberately in Ashby this morning.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
It was good to meet with Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding, alongside other MPs earlier this week to discuss social tariffs in the water sector ahead of the upcoming Water Bill.
I also had the opportunity at the end of the meeting to raise my concerns about recent flooding across the constituency. I will continue to push for better flood resilience measures for our area. ... See MoreSee Less
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Update on the Flooding at Lockington Bridge
I’ve written to Leicestershire County Council regarding the continued flooding under the bridges on Main Street. The pumps installed at the site did not prevent flooding during Storm Claudia, and it’s important we understand whether they failed to operate or are simply not adequate for the job.
Given last year’s 19-day road closure, it’s essential that a long-term solution is put in place to stop this from happening repeatedly. I’ve asked the Council to investigate the pump failure and to set out their plans for a permanent fix.
I’ll keep residents updated as soon as I receive further information. ... See MoreSee Less
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For too long, ticket touts have been ripping off fans, using bots to grab huge batches of tickets, then reselling them at sky-high prices. They’ve built a shadow industry on resale sites, operating without consequence.
That ends now.
Our new proposals will crack down on the touts and make world-class music, comedy and theatre affordable again.
The UK is home to incredible artists and performers but when fans get shut out, the only winners are the touts. That’s why we’re taking bold action to break their business model and make sure more people can enjoy their favourite events at a fair price.
Affordable tickets. Fair access. Fans first. ... See MoreSee Less
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Following some important announcements on Women’s Health earlier this year, I’m pleased to welcome the UK Government’s publication of England’s first ever Men’s Health Strategy today, on International Men’s Day.
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among men under 50. A few months ago, I spoke in the debate on suicide prevention, and I’m glad to see this strategy, shaped by men from across the UK, finally published today.
The strategy tackles both physical and mental health challenges facing men. Importantly, it also includes targeted measures for communities like ours, shaped by a heritage of coal mining. Research shows that former coalfield areas experience lower life expectancy and higher rates of long-term illness, so this focus is particularly welcome.
Here’s a snapshot of why this strategy matters to our community:
❤️🩹 It tackles mental health and suicide, a crisis that disproportionately affects men, especially in former industrial areas.
🩻 It recognises lung disease in former miners; the strategy includes enhanced respiratory support in areas with significant mining heritage.
💷 £3 Million for local initiatives that reach men who may not use traditional health services.
🩺 Home PSA Tests – From 2027, men with prostate cancer may be able to test at home or book via the NHS App.
🏢 Workplace Health Pilots – Programs in male-dominated industries to support men at work.
🤝 Breaking Barriers – Focusing on loneliness, social isolation, and helping men access support where they are, like sports clubs and workplaces.
This is a government taking men’s health seriously, and I welcome it wholeheartedly for the benefit of our families, fathers, and grandfathers. ... See MoreSee Less
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This week is National Road Safety Week!
Right across North West Leicestershire, I’ve heard from many residents about concerns over speeding, dangerous driving, and pedestrian safety, especially around schools and busy junctions.
I've already worked with the local community in Griffydam to press Leicestershire County Council into taking action on a road junction, a crossing assessment outside the local school, and to conduct speed surveys in the area. That's alongside working closely with local councillors and the police in Castle Donington and Kegworth around measures that can be, and are being taken, to combat the car cruising we see in the area, and that's just a snapshot of some of the work locally!
Road safety isn’t just a transport issue though. It’s about protecting lives, supporting families, and making sure everyone feels confident using our streets.
I’m proud that Labour’s upcoming Road Safety Strategy will focus on delivering safer roads for everyone.
You can find out more about Road Safety Week and get support if you've been impacted by an incident by visiting: www.brake.org.uk/road-safety-week ... See MoreSee Less
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I recently spoke with Simon Dunn from the British Heart Foundation as part of The Defib Dash. Simon looks after The Circuit which is the National defib registry for the UK. www.defibfinder.uk/
Simon spoke to me about what happens when you find yourself in an emrgency situation and what you can expect when you call 999.
The aim of the Defib Dash isn’t just to highlight where defibs are missing, but to get all of us thinking about a few key questions:
Do you know how far away your nearest defibrillator is?
Could someone get to it quickly in an emergency?
Where else in the community might one be needed most?
Don't forget to 'Dash' to your nearest defib this week and submit your findings here: www.amandahack.com/campaigns/defib-dash-submission/
Got questions? Have a read of all the FAQs here: www.amandahack.com/defib-dash-faqs/ ... See MoreSee Less
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