On 17 February the Government announced a funding boost for the UK to ensure the sustainability of the Nation’s parks. Parks and projects all over the country could apply for a share of the money.

Over twenty bags of rubbish were collected over the weekend as the great British Spring Clean was brought into action in Pudsey. Stuart joined Pudsey in Bloom to collect the rubbish as part of a national scheme to clean up local areas and raise awareness of the issue.

The new tax year began on the 6th April and there have been some important changes that may be of interest and importance to you:

From 6th April the Personal Allowance, the amount a person can earn before their income becomes taxable, will rise to £12,500.

Stuart met with the Senior Communications Manager of Network Rail in Guiseley to discuss the planned works to tackle the flooding on Station Road.

Stuart has welcomed the new funding commitment announced by the Department for Transport this week to improve the condition of roads across the country. Over £500,000 will be provided to Leeds to tackle potholes and improve the condition of roads throughout the constituency.

Stuart recently met with the ‘Global Warriors’ group at St Mary’s school in Menston. 

Research from one of the UK’s leading job boards, Totaljobs, shows there has been 33% increase in jobs advertised in Leeds since 2016. The new figures show the jobs market is booming in the city as it emerges as one of the North’s hotspots, competing with London.

On 20th March the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, James Brokenshire MP, announced a £1 million funding boost to support veterans who are at risk of homelessness. The West Yorkshire region will be allocated £90,000.

Stuart recently visited the Aireborough Leisure Centre to discuss his constituents concerns about the ongoing issues and delays with the updating of the facilities.

Today, Stuart visited Yorkshire Water to see the work that they carry out in the local area as well as highlighting the issue of flushable wipes and environmental issues in the industry.