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- Re-launch of Bromborough Nursery (4th Dec 2009)
 4th December Re-launch of Bromborough Nursery I was recently invited to the official opening of Busy Bees nursery in Bromborough, after I visited the centre in the summer. The nursery offers a wide range of activities such as cooking demonstrations, Reiki therapy sessions and ‘yoga bugs’ for both children and parents. This centre has been running successfully in my constituency for over eight and a half years as the Leapfrog Day Nursery. The children have a variety of activities to keep them entertained throughout the day, in addition to the fresh, healthy food prepared for...
- Tour of Wirral Archives (4th Dec 2009)
 4th December 2009 Tour of Wirral Archives On Friday 4th December I visited the Wirral Archives in Birkenhead to see the new facility, which has just celebrated its one year anniversary. The Records Manager, Ava Wieclawska, was kind enough to give me a tour of the site and selected a number of fascinating exhibits for me to see. The staff at Wirral Archives aim to make sure that our access to information is as wide as possible and I am pleased to support their hard work. It is important for the heritage of Wirral...
- Grove St Primary write to Rt. Hon. Ed Miliband MP ahead of Copenhagen Conference (1st Dec 2009)
 1st December 2009 Grove St Primary School write to Rt. Hon. Ed Miliband MP ahead of Copenhagen Conference Picture shows pupils (from left) Millie Martin, Sibohan Ward and Tyrhyse Parry with Headteacher Na’amat Little and local MP Ben Chapman Four pupils from Grove Street Primary School in New Ferry have written to the Rt. Hon. Ed Miliband MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, to raise their concerns ahead of the Copenhagen conference, which begins on 7th December. The children have shown good initiative in writing to the Minister to express their...
- Parliamentary Reception for 'World Diabetes Day' (13th November 2009)
 13th November 2009 Parliamentary Reception for ‘World Diabetes Day’ This week, I attended an event in Parliament to support leading health charity Diabetes UK in its campaign for more education and better psychological support for people with diabetes. The event marked the launch of the new report “Supporting Self Management” in the run up to World Diabetes Day (14 November). There are 3896 people with diabetes in Wirral South and it is vital that they are all armed with the knowledge and confidence to manage their diabetes effectively. That is why I am supporting...
- Ben speaks in support of women bishops while urging unity (12th November 2009)
12th November 2009 Wirral South MP speaks in support of women bishops while urging unity Earlier this week, I spoke in Parliament on the anniversary of the vote in favour of the ordination of women, to support the right of women to become bishops as well as priests. I emphasised the need for the Church of England remain united. There are quite a lot of people in this country – churchgoers and others – who value the fact that our Established Church is the original broad Church. If we want it to stay...
- 31 Wirral South jobs saved at Quinn Glass (5th November 2009)
 5th Novemeber 2009 31 Wirral South jobs saved at Quinn Glass From left Peter Fitzgerald, Plant Director at Quinn Glass, Tris Brown and Ben Chapman MP I welcome the news that Rt Hon John Denham MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government has ruled in favour of Ellesmere Port based Quinn Glass in a long-running planning dispute. Quinn initially submitted an application in 2005 to extend its premises but this was called in by the then Secretary of State, Ruth Kelly, who asked the company to redress five...
- CSV 'Make a Difference' day (31st October 2009)
 31st October 2009 CSV 'Make a Difference' day As part of 'Make a Difference' day, I spent yesterday afternoon planting wild flowers in Eastham Country Park and sorting clothing for the Red Cross at their Bromborough shop. 'Make a Difference' day is part of a national campaign by CSV (Community Service Volunteers), an organization which creates opportunities for people to take an active part in the life of their communities through volunteering, training and community action. At Eastham Country Park I met by park ranger Vicky Hose, who has been working daily with other volunteers to regenerate...
- Prime Minister welcomes Wirral voluntary leaders to Number 10 (23rd October 2009)
 23rd October 2009 Prime Minister welcomes Wirral voluntary leaders to Number 10 From left are Sarah Brown, Annette Roberts, Sue Newnes, Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Ben Chapman I recently had the opportunity to take the leaders of two local voluntary organisations to meet the Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street. Annette Roberts, who is chief executive of Voluntary and Community Action Wirral, and Sue Newnes, Wirral branch manager of the Alzheimer’s Society, were welcomed by Prime Minister Gordon Brown and his wife Sarah Brown. I am delighted that Annette and Sue were given...
- Speaker hosts Bebington Scouts for tea in Parliament (16th October 2009)
 I was delighted to welcome the Bebington scouts to Parliament and that they were given the opportunity to attend such a special event, hosted by the Speaker. I enjoyed listening to their experiences and learning about the many activities these Scouts have been involved in. I have supported local Scouts groups in my constituency and the work of the Scouting Association across the UK for many years and have spoken in Parliament in support of campaigns such as the water tax. The Scouts movement provides excellent opportunities for young people to enjoy the outdoors and to learn...
- Daily Post and Echo Issue Clarification and Express "Regret" over Expenses Coverage
I am grateful to the Press Complaints Commission for resolving my complaint against the Liverpool Daily Post and the Liverpool Echo. Click here to see their conclusion. I am pleased that the Daily Post and Echo have issued a clarification and expressed regret about some of their reporting of my parliamentary allowances. Representing Wirral South is a privilege and I will continue to work hard on behalf of my constituents until the election, as I have done since 1997. I welcome letters, emails and visits from my constituents, and will try to assist with any concerns you raise, especially...
- New Ferry's Training Centre Provides Valuable Opportunities to Youngsters (9th October 2009)
 Ben Chapman visited the Rocket Training Centre in New Ferry. Mr Chapman met Lee Gibson, The Director of Operations, and Lisa Courtney, the Recruitment & Selection Team Leader, to discuss the opportunities that are provided for young people in the area. Rocket Training Limited is a provider of training and education operating in the Wirral and Merseyside, in conjunction with the Learning and Skills Council. They offer training towards Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships as well as Entry to Employment. All of the programmes involve a blend of on and off the job training and assessment. Whilst at the centre, Mr...
- Home Fire Safety Checks for Wirral MP (2nd October 2009)
 MP for Wirral South Ben Chapman visited Heswall Fire Station to find out more about the work undertaken by crews to keep the local community safe. For the last 10 years, Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service has provided free home fire safety checks and free smoke alarms to residents. The campaign has benefited thousands of people within the region. After discussing the prevention tactics carried out by the Fire Service with Officer Bill Speedy, Mr Chapman was keen for his own home visit. He said: "I asked the fire service to fit my house with new smoke alarms because I...
- Response to the Council's New Decision on Libraries (2nd October 2009)
Ben Chapman MP who has campaigned continuously to save libraries in his constituency from closure has responded to the Council’s announcement that 11 libraries previously under threat will now remain open. Ben Chapman said: “I have spoken to Libraries Minister Margaret Hodge to discuss the Council’s reversal of its decision to close 11 libraries in Wirral. I understand there will now be a 21 day period in which interested parties can respond. “Over the last few months I have constantly campaigned against the closure of libraries in my constituency, corresponding with...
- Schools Presented with New Equipment from Tesco Voucher Scheme (11th Sept 2009)
 Wirral South MP, Ben Chapman has taken part in this year's Tesco for Schools and Clubs scheme by presenting equipment to local Schools at the store in Heswall. Pupils and staff from Daisy and Jake Day Nursery and Gayton Pre School attended the event, whilst Barnston Primary Heswall Preparatory School, and St Peter's CE Primary School also received new equipment. This year, Tesco amalgamated what were previously separate initiatives known as Computers for Schools and Sports for Schools & Clubs to create one for both Schools and Clubs. From the 2nd March to the 7th June, shoppers in the...
- Carers Charity Re-Launches to Raise Awareness of Services (Sept 1st 2009)
 Ben Chapman MP has visited the Bromborough branch of Crossroads Care to celebrate the recent re-launch of the charity. The re-branding, from the old name "Crossroads" gives a clearer indication of the work that is carried out, and publicises the much needed support it gives to carers across Wirral. Chairman Diane Morley and CEO of Cheshire West and Wirral Karen Urmston gave Mr Chapman a tour of the expanded office facilities. For over 35 years, the charity has helped those who dedicate their lives to looking after a relative. Crossroads Care operates on a large scale in the Wirral. Services...
- Local MP Visits Summer Playscheme 'Future Stars Childcare' (21st August 2009)
 Ben Chapman MP recently visited Future Stars Child Care, which runs throughout the summer at Brackenwood Junior School in Bebington. It gives working parents a secure environment in which to leave their children, whilst providing the youngsters with fun activities to keep them entertained throughout the day. The facility runs as an after-school club during term time, and then extends to a full day's agenda during the summer months, open to all children in the surrounding area. Ben Chapman commented: "I was keen to know what help is on offer for young families during the summer break from school. During...
- MP Expresses Satisfaction with Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology's Services (14th August 2009)
 Ben Chapman MP has met a Consultant Medical Oncologist and Clinical Nurse Specialists from Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology NHS Foundation Trust. The meeting was requested by Mr Chapman following correspondence from Bowel Cancer UK about travel times for patients receiving chemotherapy and their access to local services. As well as managing services from the Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology site in Wirral, Merseyside, their doctors and nurses also manage satellite chemotherapy clinics at five other hospitals across the region. This has been successful in ensuring that most patients' journeys do not exceed 30 minutes. The success of the Clatterbridge Centre for...
- Ben Chapman welcomes Youth Parliament Member to Westminster for Work Experience (5th August 2009)
 Ben Chapman MP recently welcomed Leah Cope, a member of the UK Youth Parliament, to his London Office for a week of work experience. Leah accompanied Ben to meetings, including a meeting with MPs to welcome a visiting delegation from Thailand. Leah's full account of her week in Westminster can be found on the Wirral Globe's website here....
- Local MP calls for action on New Ferry (3rd August 2009)
 Following a recent meeting with residents at New Ferry Village Hall, Ben Chapman MP has written to the Chief Executive of Wirral Council, Steve Maddox, to raise concerns for the future of New Ferry. The letter covers a number of issues to which residents have drawn attention. The letter is part of a campaign of correspondence that has gone on for years. A fundamental cause for concern highlighted by Mr Chapman is the neglected and boarded-up shop units. In the letter, Ben Chapman commented: "There is the issue of the neglected and boarded-up shop units in New Ferry. It appears...
- Ben Chapman campaigns to 'Save our Newsagents' (27th July 2009)
 Ben Chapman MP has pledged to fight for the future of newsagents in Wirral South. The commitment came after it was revealed that traditional newsagents are being forced to shut up shop at a rate of more than one every day. The MP recently visited Buckley's, in New Ferry, to discuss the problems that local newsagents are facing. Developments in the news distribution industry - the businesses that deliver newspapers and magazines - have left most newsagents with no choice over who supplies them. Shop owners fear that the lack of competition will leave them with no alternative supplier...
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