News - Andrew Percy MP

Santander Goole Branch Closure

Jan 23, 2019

Santander have written to Andrew today to inform him that they will be closing their branch at 31 Boothferry Road, Goole, East Yorkshire, DN14 5DE on 13 June 2019. Andrew says, “I understand that with a huge take up of online banking, the way people bank has changed significantly, but I am still very disappointed to have received this notice from Santander regarding their branch in Goole. It's important that account holders make their views known or perhaps even consider changing to a bank that...

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

Jan 22, 2019

This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, which is an annual campaign to raise awareness of cervical cancer and to inform as many people as possible that the disease can be prevented. Andrew says, "Over 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year in the UK, yet it is one of the only cancers that can be prevented and one day become a disease of the past. "Cervical screening (smear tests) are the best protection against the disease, followed by the HPV vaccine offered in schools....

Holocaust Memorial Day Events 2019

Jan 21, 2019

Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD), which is an international day of commemoration in memory of victims of the Holocaust, will take place this week on Sunday 27th January. A number of activities, commemorations, services, exhibitions and other events are taking place across the country this week to mark HMD. You can find a list of activities online here: https://www.hmd.org.uk/take-part-in-holocaust-memorial-day/activities/ Andrew adds, "Additionally, schools can sign up for a live webcast from the ...

‘Fire it Up’ Apprenticeships Campaign Launched Today

Jan 18, 2019

The Government is launching its ‘Fire it Up’ campaign today, to showcase the opportunities available to apprentices across all levels and sectors. Andrew reports, "The aim of the Department for Education’s campaign it to raise awareness around the huge variety of apprenticeship options available for people of all ages and backgrounds and the positive impact they are having for both apprentices and employers. "90% of apprentices will get a job or go into further training after finishing an appre...

Veterans Mental Health Programme

Jan 17, 2019

Andrew recently welcomed an innovative mental health programme, developed in Canada, to Parliament. Andrew met with representatives of the Veterans Transition Network, developed by the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia. The unique and innovative mental health programme supports veterans who are leaving the military as they transition into civilian life. The project has achieved important results in Canada where it is having a demonstrable impact, helping many veterans to...

Brexit - What Next?

Jan 16, 2019

Following the vote on the Prime Minister's deal last night, Andrew has outlined his thoughts on what may happen next. "Nobody did more to campaign for us to Leave the EU in our area than I did. Not only did I get out on the streets with my team to campaign for a vote to Leave the EU, I also put my neck on the line in Parliament to secure us that referendum in the first place, often voting against my own side to get the people the say I felt we deserved on our membership of the EU. "Last night p...

Competition for Young People - Win a Share of £50,000

Jan 14, 2019

The UK Space Agency has launched a competition for young people to present their ideas on how satellites could improve life on Earth. With a chance to win a share of £50,000, the competition aims to look for “innovative proposals that have the potential to use data collected from space to benefit our economy, health or the environment.” Andrew adds, "Our space industry supports 38,000 jobs, along with generating around £14 billion in revenue – making it one of the fastest growing sectors of the ...

NHS North Lincolnshire CCG Survey on Urgent Care

Jan 10, 2019

NHS North Lincolnshire CCG have launched a public engagement programme on urgent care services in North Lincolnshire ahead of the CCG’s plans for an Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Scunthorpe General Hospital. Andrew says, “The CCG’s survey will seek views on urgent care, how people access it and people’s understanding of urgent care services across North Lincolnshire. It will run from January 9th - February 3rd, and can be completed online. There will also be hard copy versions for patients to...

Pensions Cold-Calling Banned

Jan 09, 2019

From today, the Government has made pension cold-calling illegal, with fines of up to £500,000 for companies that break the rules. Andrew adds, "Cold-calling is one of the most common tactics used by fraudsters to commit pension fraud, with an average of £91,000 being stolen per victim. "If a cold-caller gets in touch with you about your pension, gather as much any information from them as you can, e.g., the company name or their phone number. This information can then be reported to the Informa...

Meeting with Google

Jan 08, 2019

Andrew met with representatives of Google this morning to discuss the various programmes and initiatives they have set up to provide training in digital skills to both adults and young people. Andrew reports, "This meeting followed on from hosting Google’s Digital Garage in Brigg last year. The Google Digital Garage toured the UK, visiting a number of market towns to provide free training in digital skills for local people and traders. I was delighted that we could bring this fantastic opportun...