Dear all, I wanted to write to you after the result of the EU referendum. The political landscape is changing quickly, however, I wanted to reassure you that I will continue to represent the North West and will work hand in hand with our local government leaders to get the… read more →
The result of the referendum on Britain’s continued membership of the European Union has been declared, with Leave winning at 51.9% of a 72.2% national turnout. Across the North West the results were mixed with towns voting for Leave, whilst Manchester, Liverpool, South Lakeland, Sefton, Stockport, Wirral and Trafford backing… read more →
When the Tories gave up on the north and said it could go into ‘managed decline’ it was the EU that provided a helping hand. The EU has brought unparalleled levels of investment to the North West. Without EU support, the region would have struggled to develop into a vibrant… read more →
Statement from Glenis Willmott MEP, Labour’s Leader in the European Parliament, on the tragic death of Jo Cox MP: “We are deeply shocked and saddened at this tragic news. Jo dedicated her life to public service, as an MP, a charity worker and an activist. She is fondly remembered by… read more →
Jobs in the rail supply industry will be at risk and the future of the sector will be threatened if Britain leaves the European Union, Labour MEPs warned today. The European Parliament will vote today on a resolution on the competitiveness of the European rail supply industry which includes calls… read more →
Labour MEPs voted today for a report that calls for a series of measures designed to fight tax evasion by multinational companies. The report was approved by an overwhelming majority in the European Parliament, although Conservative MEPs abstained on the measures. One of the main proposals in the report is… read more →
Labour MEPs today warned that the European Union must have effective trade defence instruments to deal with unfair competition and protect Europe’s threatened industries like the steel sector. Jude Kirton-Darling MEP, member of the European Parliament international trade committee, told MEPs: “Having effective trade defences is a precondition to free… read more →
Labour MEPs have called on the European Commission to lead international pressure against Japan over its resumption of whaling, and said there should be no EU trade deal with the country unless it ends the “barbaric practice.” MEPs today asked the Commission if they would condemn the decision of Japan… read more →
Labour MEPs have hailed the success of the European Fund for Strategic Investment (EFSI), following the European Commission’s statement on the mid-term review of the EU Investment Plan. Clare Moody MEP, Labour’s European Parliament spokesperson on budgets, said: “EFSI is playing a critical role in getting a number of projects… read more →
Labour MEPs have today joined shadow chancellor John McDonnell in calling on Tory MEPs to vote in favour of a report that strengthens rules in the fight against tax avoidance and evasion. The report, which will be voted on by the European Parliament tomorrow, calls for the strongest possible measures… read more →
