Update on the Rwanda policy Tuesday, 28 November, 2023 I was frustrated by the decision of the Supreme Court to rule against the Rwanda policy but the Government will return with further legislation to tighten up measures and to allow the Rwanda plan to start operation. In the meantime many will be surprised to know that even without the Rwanda plan in operation, the U.K. is making substantial progress on illegal immigration compared to our European... Westminster News
Chris appears on Sunday Politics North West 22nd November 2023 It was great to be on Sunday Politics North West over the weekend with Labour’s Alison McGovern MP. The vote on the King’s Speech is one of the most important... Local News
Bolton Library's exhibition on the Holodomor genocide 22nd November 2023 Bolton Library is hosting an exhibition on the Holodomor genocide from 13th November until 26th November. The exhibit will allow us to learn about a lesser... Local News
National Older Workers Week 21st November 2023 People of all ages do amazing work right across the economy. Each group faces different challenges, from someone taking their first job to someone approaching... Media
How I approach international affairs as an MP 21st November 2023 Members of Parliament are expected to comment, have a view and take action on every issue from potholes to war. We cannot force local authorities to fill in a... Articles
Chris welcomes £20 million for Bolton town centre regeneration 20th November 2023 I am delighted that Bolton is set to receive another £20m from the Levelling Up Fund. Bolton Council put in a bid when Cllr Martyn Cox was Council Leader and... Speeches in Parliament
Chris celebrates Diwali 16th November 2023 I was delighted to attend the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Temple in Bolton to celebrate Diwali. Local News
UK Parliament Week 15th November 2023 It was fantastic to visit so many schools as park of UK Parliament Week. It was great to meet so many children who were engaged and interested in finding out... Local News
Remembering the sacrifice of so many 11th November 2023 Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday, on the 11th and 12th November this year, are a time to remember the sacrifice of so many through conflict. The trauma of... Opinions
Progress being made on Horwich Health Centre 10th November 2023 It has been great to see the rapid progress on the construction of Horwich Health Centre in recent weeks. The eagerly awaited health centre will improve our... Local News
