There is a problem with postal services in our area - I have heard from people across our area who are fed up with getting important letters late. I have written to the Chief Executive of Royal Mail to ask for a review into the delays and an assurance that things will improve.

Labour is bringing our buses back under public control. This change puts passengers before profit, giving local people greater control over their transport network. This is Labour delivering essential, passenger-focused public transport.

As we enter September, here’s a quick look at some of the casework stats my team & I worked on over August... As always, if you have an issue you need support with, please drop me an email via: 📧 matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk

This week, pupils across Wirral West are going back to school after a very hot summer holiday! ☀️ Good luck to all returning students and teachers, I'm sure the 2026-27 academic year will be another that local schools can be proud of.

❗ Update on the land near Townshend Avenue, Irby ❗ I've written to Wirral Council seeking urgent answers about the extensive works taking place on land adjacent to Townshend Avenue, Irby.

🔈 CASEWORK UPDATE 👇 Here’s an example of just one of the cases my team and I have helped with recently. If you are experiencing something similar, or need support with a different issue, please get in touch via matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk

It’s wonderful to see so many parks across Wirral West awarded the prestigious Green Flag status for 2026 – with the Wirral itself receiving more awards than any other authority in the North West. 🌳A big thank you to all the staff and volunteers looking after these beautiful local spaces 🌳

🗞️Fabulous news for communities across Wirral!🗞️ 💰Nearly £1.6 million of National Lottery funding has been secured for the new Thriving Communities programme - following a bid coordinated by Wirral Council.

Recently, I had the chance to meet residents for an afternoon of surgeries at my office. Housing, Peak Cluster, access to healthcare and private renting were all key issues that came up. If you require any support , please contact my office via the email: matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk💬

Congratulations to all those getting their results today!

🌱Earlier this year I had the opportunity to visit the Carrs Wetlands area in Hoylake with the Cheshire Wildlife Trust, where they told me more about the restoration work being implemented on the wetlands.🌱 I'm proud to see initiatives like this actively restoring important landscapes in our area.

🏫 Really enjoyed my visit to St Peter’s Primary School in Heswall. 🏫 From leadership to litter, the pupils asked brilliant questions and shared some exciting ideas. It’s always great to hear directly from young people about the issues that matter to them. Thanks to all the staff and students.

Congratulations to everyone receiving their A Level results today!

Thank you to everyone from Caldy who joined me at my recent coffee morning ☕ We had a thoughtful discussion on a wide range of issues, including Peak Cluster, immigration and education. If you haven’t yet received an invitation to one of my local coffee mornings, keep an eye out.

Here's an example of just one of the cases my team and I have helped with recently👇 As always, if you need support on an issue, please get in touch with me and my office on matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk

Today, Frank Field would have turned 84. He was nobody's man but his own - always seeking answers, never afraid to disagree with anyone in pursuit of them. In Jewish culture we say, 'may their memory be a blessing'. His memory is. labourlist.org/2026/07/reme...

‘Remembering Frank Field’ – LabourList

Like few others, Frank Field would make you think. Perhaps it was because he did so much thinking himself that, by osmosis, those around him…

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I have nominated Andy Burnham to lead us. There are lots of good reasons: his record in Manchester, his commitment to a different kind of politics, and a plan to restore hope. But there’s another quite fundamental reason.

📺 Episode 3: Pride in Woodchurch    Come along with me to the Pride in Place launch on Hoole Road! It was such a brilliant day, full of community spirit and positivity.   A huge thank you to our fantastic chair, Jenny Allinson, for organising such a wonderful event👏

🚆This week I met with Merseyrail to push forward local priorities👇 ✅ Step-free access ✅ Woodchurch station progress ✅ West Kirby barriers ✅ Tackling ASB A positive and productive discussion - I am pleased to be working together to deliver for our community.

Today I got to see the best of Northern Ireland and - amidst all of the horrors on our screens this week - I want you to hear about their efforts. Thank you to everyone who has decided this week that they stand against destruction and on the side of decency.

🔈 CASEWORK UPDATE 👇 Here’s an example of just one of the cases my team and I have helped with recently. As always, if you need support on an issue, please get in touch with me and my office on matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk

I've been speaking with residents in Wirral West about their experiences with local NHS services. I've now shared this feedback with the NHS as part of new plans to deliver more care closer to home through neighbourhood health services. 👇 Read more

🏫 Visited Brookdale School in Greasby as part of my mission to visit every school across Wirral West! It was brilliant to tour the school, see their fantastic lessons in action, and answer some great questions from the Year 4 class. Thanks to the great teachers and pupils for showing me around.

📺 Episode 2: Pride in Woodchurch 🚨 Meet the Chair 🚨 Big news - Jenny Allinson is the new Chair of the Woodchurch Pride in Place Board. Watch below to hear her vision for the Woodchurch and what’s next 👇 To fill out the community survey click here: bit.ly/4tiiwVM

Another brilliant coffee morning, this time on the Woodchurch. It was great to have a thoughtful group discussion about 🚗 Parking 🚨Antisocial behaviour 💵 £20m funding for the Woodchurch (Pride in Place) Thanks to everyone that turned up, have a great weekend! Watch my reflections below 👇

Wishing everyone celebrating a happy and peaceful Easter.

🔈 CASEWORK UPDATE 👇 Here’s an example of just one of the cases my team and I have helped with recently. As always, if you need support on an issue, please get in touch with me and my office on matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk

📺 Episode 1: Pride in Woodchurch 🚨£20 million over 10 years🚨 Come with me as I interview for the Chair of the Woodchurch Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board 👇

🔈 CASEWORK UPDATE 👇 Here’s an example of just one of the cases my team and I have helped with recently. As always, if you need support on an issue, please get in touch with me and my office on matthew.patrick.mp@parliament.uk

Earlier this year, I met with our Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram to talk about the role of the Wirral in the wider Liverpool City Region. We discussed the importance of addressing the housing crisis across the Region and the urgency to deliver the right homes in the right places.