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Karen Bradley: "I know there is great concern about the review of ambulance services"

By Jack Lenton

1st Oct 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed the plans to close ambulance stations in Biddulph and Leek

The consequences of Covid are creating huge continuing pressure on our NHS and many of you have written to me about the substantial backlog in planned and elective treatments.

Karen Bradley: "Pandemic plans need to be made for winter"

By Jack Lenton

24th Sep 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed what plans are being made locally to handle Covid this winter.

There is no doubt that with darker mornings and evenings, despite the relatively mild weather, summer is over and plans need to be made for winter, particularly in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Karen Bradley: "I understand the worry caused by NHS backlogs"

By Jack Lenton

14th Sep 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed a busy week in Parliament and NHS backlogs.

Last week saw the return of MPs to Parliament after the summer recess and I have to say that it is great to be back in the Chamber and be able to bob and catch the Speaker's eye to speak.

Karen Bradley: "I know how strongly people feel about keeping the Moorlands as one"

By Jack Lenton

10th Sep 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has weighed in on the proposed boundary changes affecting our local constituency.

One of the things that confuses many people is the different boundaries of the parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands and the District Council of the same name.

Karen Bradley: "It's so good to be able to attend sporting events again"

By Jack Lenton

2nd Sep 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed the importance of supporting local sport.

It is so good to be able to attend sporting events in person again and last Friday I was pleased to watch the fabulous Leek Town play against Runcorn Linnets.

Karen Bradley: "Many have written to me with concerns about support for Afghanistan"

By Jack Lenton

24th Aug 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed the Government's plans to support the people of Afghanistan.

Many of you have written to me recently with your concerns about the situation in Afghanistan.

Karen Bradley: "Meeting people is one of the best parts of being an MP"

By Jack Lenton

19th Aug 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has explained the benefits of getting out and about to meet people as an MP.

Getting out and about and meeting people is one of the best bits of the job of being an MP.

Simone Biles is no quitter, ex-England cricketer Monty Panesar tells Nub News

By Jack Lenton

5th Aug 2021 | Opinion

Thanks again to cricket legend Monty Panesar for writing for Nub News! Monty has given his thoughts on Simone Biles, and why people should think twice before calling her a quitter. Read his thoughts below...

Simone Biles, four-time Olympic gold medallist and arguably the greatest gymnast of all time, has made international headlines for quitting the team and her all-around events at the Tokyo Olympics. Douglas MacArthur famously said: "Age wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul." But for all the viewers who are prepared to watch on TV but not put themselves through the mental and physical sacrifice required to become an Olympic champion, you should think twice before saying Biles is a quitter.

Karen Bradley: "Unlocking restrictions was right decision"

By Jack Lenton

5th Aug 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP says removing Covid restrictions on 19th July was the right thing to do.

Following the unlocking of restrictions on 19th July, many of you have written to me with your concerns about the impact of the easing of these restrictions.

Biddulph Cllr Connor Brady: "Young and working class people are being priced out of live sport"

By Jack Lenton

4th Aug 2021 | Opinion

Connor Brady is a town and district councillor representing the Biddulph East ward for the Labour Party

Thank you to Biddulph's Cllr Connor Brady for this article. Connor says accessibility is key to making younger fans fall in love with sports - not new formats like The Hundred and European Super League.

The key to the next generation falling in love with football and cricket is actually making it accessible to all, not making formats shorter.

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