News - Andrew Percy MP

Be Internet Legends - New Digital Curriculum for Teachers

Aug 31, 2022

Andrew has provided an update on the “Be Internet Legends" programme, an internet safety initiative for children, which he has been promoting to local schools. Andrew explains, "As I mentioned recently, I have been working with Google and Parent Zone to raise awareness of their “Be Internet Legends" internet safety programme, which I am pleased our local schools have taken part in. "Google and Parent Zone have provided me with the latest update on their programme and I am pleased to inform local...

Shooting School, West Cowick

Aug 30, 2022

Andrew has provided an update on the issue of the Park Lodge Shooting School in West Cowick. Andrew explained on Facebook: Following my letter to residents a few weeks ago reporting on the Council opening up an enforcement investigation into the works at the shooting school, I have received a further update from the East Riding which residents may find interesting. Whilst this is not an issue I have any power over as our MP, I have for some time being advocating on behalf of local resid...

Community Forests Update and Funding for Local Tree Planting

Aug 24, 2022

Residents may remember Andrew previously mentioning the Government’s Northern Forest plan, which will see over 50 million trees planted between the Humber and the Mersey, including parts of both North Lincolnshire and the East Riding. Andrew reports, "I pleased that, thanks to the recently announced £44.2 million Government funding, communities across England will see millions more trees planted, including across our area via the Humber Forest and partner Northern Forest. "The aim of th...

Autumn COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Programme Update

Aug 22, 2022

NHS England have provided Andrew with the following update on the Autumn COVID-19 booster and flu vaccine programme as part of the NHS’s winter plan. Following advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), the following people will be offered a COVID-19 booster vaccine this autumn: • residents in a care home for older adults and staff working in care homes for older adults • frontline health and social care workers • all adults aged 50 years and over •...

Goole Leisure Centre Major Upgrade

Aug 18, 2022

Andrew has provided an update on Goole Leisure Centre's significant upgrade as part of the Conservative government's Town Deal funding for Goole. Andrew reports, "Thanks to the Town Deal funding I secured for the town from the Government, Goole Leisure Centre will see a major upgrade of over £12 million starting next year. "The consultation on the plans will commence shortly with proposed upgrades including a new learner pool, tag active, ten pin bowling, soft play area, customer servic...

NHS Better Health – Summer Holiday Activities for Children

Aug 16, 2022

Andrew is encouraging local families to take advantage of NHS Better Health's new initiative with Disney. Andrew explains, "Further to my recent post regarding the Summer Reading Challenge which keeps kids reading during their summer holidays, I have been informed that NHS Better Health have teamed up with Disney to provide free, fun activities to make sure that kids are getting enough exercise during the holidays. "These 10 Minute “Shake Up” games, which include Disney characters, will...

Andrew is Encouraging Residents to Join UK Parliament Week (UKPW) 2022

Aug 12, 2022

Andrew is encouraging residents to take part in UK Parliament Week (UKPW) 2022, which will be taking place this year between 14 - 20 November. Andrew reports, "I’m encouraging residents to sign up for UK Parliament Week 2022. I’m looking forward to seeing how people join in, especially in schools, and welcome this opportunity for communities to come together to find out about UK Parliament and celebrate the restoration of Big Ben and the Elizabeth Tower." As part of this year’s UK...

Update on Proposals for Epworth Leisure Centre Investment

Aug 10, 2022

Andrew has provided the following update on a potential major investment at Epworth Leisure Centre. Andrew reports, "Planning proposals will shortly be submitted for a major investment to expand Epworth Leisure Centre. The plans, which include a new health and wellbeing hub and a library with expanded opening hours, will shortly be considered by the North Lincolnshire Council planning department. If approved, the investment would see expanded parking provision on the leisure centre site ...

Belton Bambinos Funding

Aug 08, 2022

Andrew provided the following update after his visit to the Belton Bambinos group. Andrew said, "It was good to join Isle of Axholme Central Councillors, Tim Mitchell and Dave Robinson, in Belton recently to meet with the Belton Bambino's play group. "We recently helped secure over £3000 for them from the 'Awards For All' fund to purchase new play equipment for this parent toddler group. Once again, this was done via the 'Bid Writing Service' I offer locally. "Thanks to the group and a...

Andrew Meets with the Families in Goole Group

Aug 04, 2022

Andrew has provided the following update after visiting the Families in Goole group. Andrew said, "I had a great time visiting the Families in Goole (FIG) group last Friday at the junction. This is a great group who I am pleased to have been able to help secure funding for via our 'Bid Writing Service'. The funding from the Goole Fields Wind Farm fund will help cover their premises rent through to next summer. They are a great group and do brilliant work supporting families locally. "T...