The ongoing issue of the smell from Walley's Quarry landfill site is my top local priority. I continue to support the community by raising this blight with the Government and the regulator.
The number of general practice staff in Newcastle-under-Lyme has increased by 46% since September 2019. This means we can cut waiting lists and you will have access to the healthcare you need, when you need it.
Together with the Transport Secretary, I'm working to secure more investment for local transport across Newcastle-under-Lyme. This includes a new circular bus route, which will make commuting easier and cheaper. I am also working with Highways England to improve the A500.
Working with local people and police, we're tackling antisocial behaviour. So far, we've installed new CCTV across key hotspots in Newcastle-under-Lyme, helping to make our town centre safer for families to visit. I also support issuing injunctions against repeat offenders.
Work has begun on a new multi-million pound Enterprise Zone in Newcastle-under-Lyme, supported by Government funding. Chatterley Valley West, just off the A500, will see major private sector investment creating up to 1,700 jobs - as one of the biggest investments in our area.
We've secured new £34.6 million in investment to regenerate our town. This means a cleaner and safer town centre. It means improved public transport, with more cycle routes. And it means a new social housing in Chesterton and Knutton, improving the quality of homes for local people.