Local MP meets Netflix to pitch Leigh and Atherton as filming location
Jo Platt – the MP for Leigh and Atherton – met up with Netflix, to…
Jo Platt MP for Leigh and Atherton
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Jo Platt welcomes Labour government’s plan to invest in and reform the NHS
This new Labour government has announced plans to invest in – and reform – our…
Empowering local businesses to invest in our town centres
Earlier today, Jo Platt – the MP for Leigh and Atherton – spoke in a…
Leigh and Atherton MP quizzes Emma Hardy – the Floods Minister
This morning, Jo Platt met with Emma Hardy – the Minister for Flooding, Department for…
Lilford floods – local MP issues advice
There has been flooding in Leigh and Atherton overnight. Local MP Jo Platt has issued…
“Happy New Year 2025, here’s a recap of what Labour in Government achieved in 6 months” (Wigan Today)
As we head into 2025, it will be six months since Labour was elected to…
Neighbourhood charity runs Christmas Toy Appeal to help local families
Compassion In Action ran its Christmas Toy Appeal again this year, in a bid to…
The Pretoria Pit Commemoration event – locals gather to pay their respects
This afternoon, members of the public gathered to attend the Pretoria Pit Commemoration event. This…
New cafe, wine and cocktail bar to open on Chapel Street
A new cafe, wine and cocktail bar – called G & T Time – is…
Jo Platt becomes Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on ME
An All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on ME has been set up – and Leigh and…
Local MP visits Royal Mail Delivery Office in Tyldesley
Christmas is, undoubtedly, an extremely busy time for Royal Mail, as staff work tirelessly to…
Leigh and Atherton MP urges eligible residents to apply for Pension Credit
Jo Platt, MP for Leigh and Atherton, is urging all local residents that are eligible…
The biggest investment into hospices in a generation – Wigan and Leigh Hospice to benefit
The Government has committed to an additional £100 million for adult and children’s hospices –…
Taking action to combat anti-social behaviour in Leigh town centre
Targeted action to combat anti-social behaviour has been taking place in Leigh town centre, following…
Jo Platt discusses dental service challenges with local practice
Leigh and Atherton MP – Jo Platt – met the Operations Manager of Avenue Dental…
Leigh and Atherton MP thanks local children for participating in competition
Jo Platt – the MP for Leigh and Atherton – has said a huge thank…
Leigh and Atherton MP supports Christmas Jumper Day
Today is Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day – and Leigh and Atherton MP –…
Stopping dementia in its tracks – Jo Platt attends Alzheimer’s Research UK event
Jo Platt – the MP for Leigh and Atherton – met with Alzheimer’s Research UK…
Funding projects in Leigh and Atherton – Jo Platt meets the People’s Postcode Lottery
Jo Platt went to a meeting at the People’s Postcode Lottery to discuss the projects…
Helping independent production businesses to develop and thrive – Jo Platt meets Pact in Parliament
Jo Platt, the MP for Leigh and Atherton, met Pact – the UK trade association…
Cineworld in Leigh is set to close – Jo Platt responds
Leigh and Atherton MP – Jo Platt – has released a statement regarding the closure…