Warm Front SchemeFriday, 09 April 2010Local MP, Gordon Prentice, has responded to a Motion from Pendle Borough Council which was critical of the Warm Front Scheme, pointing to delays in carrying out work.
The MP said “Long delays are... + Full Story
Brierfield MillsThursday, 08 April 2010A planning application is expected to be submitted “within a couple of weeks” by the Birmingham based disaster relief charity, Islamic Help, seeking permission to allow part of the huge... + Full Story
Pendleside Hospice gets cash supportThursday, 01 April 2010Hospice Care for Burnley and Pendle has been given £133,388 by the Government as part of the End of Life care strategy.
Speaking from Nelson, local MP, Gordon Prentice, said: “This is splendid... + Full Story
The National Care ServiceTuesday, 30 March 2010
The Government today unveiled plans for a new National Care Service, offering high quality care and support for everyone, wherever they live and whatever condition they may have.
The Government... + Full Story
Further delay for new Colne Health CentreMonday, 29 March 2010Pendle MP, Gordon Prentice is dismayed that health bosses failed to make a decision last week about the future of the proposed new Health Centre in Colne Mr Prentice said ‘The £10 million project... + Full Story
Review of Burnley Urgent Care CentreThursday, 25 March 2010An Accident and Emergency Department should be reinstated at Burnley General Hospital. And, alongside, there should be a published protocol setting out which conditions could be treated there and... + Full Story
The BudgetWednesday, 24 March 2010Budget 2010 – what does it mean for you?
Pendle MP, Gordon Prentice, today welcomed the Budget which is designed to put the country back on the path of growth as we emerge from a fierce global... + Full Story
Budget is Good for Small BusinessesWednesday, 24 March 2010The Federation of Small Businesses today declared the Budget to be good for cash flow.
The Federation's positive reaction was welcomed by Pendle MP, Gordon Prentice.
Speaking from Westminster,... + Full Story
Tree Felling Shock!Tuesday, 23 March 2010Local MP, Gordon Prentice, was shocked to hear from Brierfield residents about the number of trees being felled on Garden Street and Chapel Street in the town.The MP, who is an honorary Member of the... + Full Story
Pendle MP Welcomes Project to Inspire Young PeopleFriday, 19 March 2010Pendle MP, Gordon Prentice, is delighted at the investment of government money in the Inspiring Communities Project. The money to fund the project has come from the Department of Communities and... + Full Story
