This summer has been particularly challenging for our incredible farmers in West Lancs. I want to personally thank them for all their hard work and resilience. That's why I'm really pleased that Andy Burnham has recognised this and announced a package of support 👇 https://ow.ly/LOxz50ZAtfZ

Today is VJ (Victory in Japan) Day, marking the anniversary of the date that Japan announced its surrender in WW2. Today we reflect on all the British Armed Forces who fought to protect our country. For their bravery, their determination and their sacrifices. We will remember them.

This month's column is out in the Ormskirk Advertiser. My focus for this month was some of the changes that Andy Burnham has announced so far as Prime Minister, including the £2 bus fare cap, VAT on electricity bills being abolished this winter & the review of adult social care being brought forward

This week, I walked the beat with Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw and local officers in Burscough. 👮🚨 It was great to hear about the proactive and preventative approach that Lancashire police are taking in Burscough.

The Government is investing in mental health services across the country & three community mental health centres are coming to Lancashire and South Cumbria Trust. I've written to Aaron Cummings, CEO of Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB, to implore him to prioritise West Lancs in this decision-making.

I had a brilliant time at Bickerstock festival at the weekend! It was great to support local artists and see the community come together over music.

Great news that families visiting Ormskirk Morrisons Café can enjoy a free ‘Kellogg’s Breakfast’ across EVERY school holiday in 2026. Simply visit Ormskirk Morrisons Café and ask for a ‘Kellogg’s Breakfast’.

Good luck to everyone in West Lancs getting their A Level results today. Ucas has lots of information on their website about what to do if you get accepted, your grades were higher or lower than you were expecting, or you've changed your mind on what you want to do. https://ow.ly/q4Qz50Zy2Te

I’m really pleased that today, Labour has announced plans to give councils and communities more power over the high street. Vape shops and adult gaming centres won't be able to just pop up without local people having a say first.

My monthly newsletter has gone out! For all my latest news straight into your inbox every month, sign up here: https://www.ashleydalton.uk/2024/11/01/my-monthly-newsletter/

This government is committed to giving you breathing space from the cost of living. Two new announcements: putting an end to phoney bargains and making it easy to leave subscriptions. Let me know what you want to see to give you more breathing space from the cost of living 👇

Great to meet with Lisa and Carly from Connect to Work at my advice surgery today. Connect to Work are funded by the Labour government and do fantastic work in helping people overcome barriers to getting or staying in work. Find out more: https://www.lancashireskillshub.co.uk/connect-to-work/

Update on Dial-a-Ride from West Lancashire Borough Council. I'm pleased that progress is being made on restoring community transport in West Lancs. However I, like all of you, await further details of what exactly this will look like and how it will compare to Dial-a-Ride.

A day in the life as MP for West Lancashire. If you live in Skem, please share your views on how this £20 million could be spent: https://ow.ly/VYjm50ZwUjR

🆕 Funding decisions for training and qualifications to be made closer to home. I'm excited that this Labour Government is giving Lancashire the power to decide how to use its portion of the Adult Skills Fund to deliver on the area’s needs.

Congratulations to Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB for the 'biggest improvement' in early-stage diagnosis rates across England 👏 Early diagnosis saves lives, which is why I wrote it in as a key part of the National Cancer Plan. It’s brilliant to see delivery on this plan happening already.

Education should be a passport - to work, to life, to further study. But too many young people are still being shut out. Everyone deserves an education that matches their high ambitions, not a one‑size‑fits‑all straitjacket. www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/...

We must end this one-size-fits-all approach to education

Our school system has become too single-minded and is stopping children reaching their potential, says the education secretary

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Not-for-profits with a project in mind to: -Prevent violence against women and girls -Tackle crime and antisocial behaviour -Address serious and violent crime -Rebuild trust and confidence in policing ...apply now! https://ow.ly/5OoE50ZuJos

With high temperatures this summer, RSPCA (England and Wales) is reminding dog owners to take extra care to protect their pets' welfare. Never leave a dog in a car on a hot day & always be careful around walking them during warm weather. 🚗https://ow.ly/kG4K50ZuJKC 🚶https://ow.ly/k3gT50ZuJKE

The first of my monthly column in the Lancashire Telegraph is live. It's all about Labour backing young people to get into work in West Lancs 👇 https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26413919.ashley-dalton-mp-helping-west-lancashire-young-people/

Ashley Dalton MP on backing young people into work in West Lancashire

Ashley Dalton MP highlights how new employment, training and apprenticeship support aims to help young people across West Lancashire build brighter…

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Labour is tackling the social care crisis head on, working together across party lines to drive urgent reform. The Prime Minister has asked Louise Casey to report on how to build a National Care Service by summer 2027. Head to caseycommission.co.uk/bigconversation to feed in.

It was brilliant to attend the first Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board meeting recently. I'm so excited to see this programme start coming to life. Let me know in my survey how you would spend the £20 million I've secured for Digmoor. https://ow.ly/k3U950Zu8GI

I was on BBC North West Tonight to talk about Dial-a-Ride services in West Lancashire. I know this remains a very stressful time for many of you. I'll keep you updated on here as and when I receive updates.

I recently spoke to the BBC about Dial-a-Ride and the impact the service ending is having on people who rely on it. You can read the article below or catch me on North West Tonight this evening from 6:30pm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2mggdg0glo

Upset over Cheshire West and Chester community transport changes

Users of community transport say changes to the service in their area mean it is no longer sutiable.

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‼️DEADLINE SUNDAY‼️ Final week for not-for-profit organisations to apply for up to £50,000 of funding. https://ow.ly/vSZb50Zt6BC

Schools, home educators, youth groups in West Lancashire: sign up to UK Parliament Week in November to learn what UK Parliament is, what it does and how you can get involved. Get your free kit here: https://www.ukparliamentweek.org/en/sign-up/

This Labour government is giving people in West Lancashire breathing space through help with the cost of living. VAT on domestic electricity bills will be abolished from October, saving you money off your bills.

"With the right support and opportunities, we can help equip the next generation with the tools they need not just to cope, but to thrive." - Bev Roberts, About the Town. I'm thrilled that I secured the funding for #HashtagGirls, which will help so many girls in the local area.

On Monday, I shared the letter I wrote to the CEO of the Post Office about Burscough Bridge Post Office. Here's the response I have received from them. I will continue sharing any further updates as I get them.

Bus fares will be capped at £2 from January across West Lancashire. Labour is giving people breathing space from the cost of living.