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Yesterday, another entire coachful of my constituents came to Parliament! Although not quite as impressive as Bolsover castle, it’s a really amazing estate and I’m so glad that so many people could get down and experience it.

Families, school staff, and members of Bolsover Youth Action and Rok-Ard Kickboxing were taken on a tour through the historic Westminster and St Stephen’s Halls and saw the weird and wonderful procedures of a House of Commons Chamber debate. I hope everyone learnt a bit more about how it all works and enjoyed the amazing stories from history that you hear about every feature of the place.

Parliament is well worth a visit, and I’ll be organising another trip for in the new year. If you think it’s something that would interest you or someone you know, you can contact me at [email protected].
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I really appreciate all your constructive suggestions and comments! I will feed these into my communications with the council and hopefully improvements can be made that will make this road safer for all of us. ... See MoreSee Less

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🚛 UPDATE: HGV Concerns on Rylah Hill

Following concerns raised by local residents about HGVs using Rylah Hill in and out of Palterton, I wanted to share an update on the work taking place to address the issue. Derbyshire Police have now carried out a site visit and proactive patrols to assess the situation firsthand.

The visit identified a number of issues:

HGV signage: While signage approaching Rylah Hill from the M1 is clear, there is a lack of further signage when approaching from Palterton to indicate where HGVs should no longer proceed.

Junction safety: Concerns have also been raised about vehicles failing to give way at the junction in Palterton. It is clear that a stop sign and new road markings would improve safety.

Continued HGV use: Individual concerns in the area have been raised about HGVs continued use of the road, which highlights the ongoing nature of the problem.

I will write to Derbyshire County Council to request an update on what action can be taken in light of these findings. I'm grateful to Derbyshire Police for taking residents' concerns seriously and carrying out this work. We deserve safe and practical road infrastructure, and I will continue to press for solutions.
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There’s lots of fun stuff happening across our area this half term, see what’s on👇🎃 ... See MoreSee Less

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Getting your foot through the door into the world of work has always been difficult, but even more so now. As a mum to young adults, I’ve seen the challenges first-hand and I know how much it means when an employer gives you that chance.

It’s fantastic to now see the Government working with hospitality employers to create 100,000 job, training and work experience opportunities for young people. I’d love to see more young people across our area getting the chance to build their confidence, learn new skills and find something they enjoy doing.

I’ve written a little more about this in my latest Chad column👇
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Good news for drivers! 🚗

The Government has announced new protections against unfair private parking fines.

Drivers will get 5 minutes to decide whether to park and 10 minutes to leave, and fines will be cancelled for genuine mistakes. Maximum charges will also be frozen at £100.

There’ll also be tougher action against dealers who wind back car mileage.

A welcome change for drivers across Bolsover and beyond!
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⚠️ Update on the 23/23A Bus Service in Shirebrook

Following concerns raised by residents about the recent changes to the 23/23A bus service, we have now received a response from Stagecoach.

Stagecoach has explained that the changes were introduced to improve reliability. The previous two hourly routes have been replaced by one service that runs every 30 minutes, in addition to an extra bus for the 23/23A fleet. Early figures suggest these changes have seen increased passenger numbers and improved punctuality.

However, some residents will now face longer walks to bus stops. While a more reliable service is welcome, accessibility remains equally important - especially for elderly residents and those with mobility issues.

Stagecoach has confirmed that the route will remain under review, and I will continue to raise residents' concerns.

A big thank you to Cllr Jane Yates - Shirebrook South Ward for continuing to push for answer and ensuring that your voices are heard.

I would welcome your feedback on this matter. Please leave a comment, or email me at [email protected]
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Great news for Derbyshire! 🚆

The new Great British Railways headquarters in Derby will bring £151 million of investment, skilled jobs and 600 apprenticeship opportunities to our region.

A welcome boost for the local economy, with opportunities for people and businesses across our area and the wider county.
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