Biography

I am a lifelong resident of Fylde. My family has a rich history of political involvement in our community, with over three decades of dedication to local causes. As your Reform UK Councillor, I’m passionate about improving our area and giving back to the community that has supported me for so long.

Since taking office, I’ve been working to make our communities safer and save money for residents:

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Casework & Updates from Your Reform Councillor

The latest news, updates and announcements from your Reform councillor, covering council activity, local campaigns, community work and the key issues affecting residents.

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February 7, 2025
Youngsters help to plant more than 850 trees to create thriving micro‑forest

More than 850 trees have taken root in the very first micro-forest in Treales.

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February 7, 2025
Councillors agree to freeze their allowances

Reform-led Lancashire County Council has voted to freeze councillor allowances, rejecting an increase and saving £92,000 for local taxpayers.

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December 16, 2025
Lancashire County Council Civic Buildings to Proudly Fly National, County and Armed Forces Flags

Reform-led Lancashire County Council has introduced a clear and consistent flag policy for civic buildings, focusing on shared national and county identity

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January 3, 2026
Honouring Our Heroes This Remembrance Sunday

As your local representative, I am committed to ensuring that our community never forgets the service and dedication of our armed forces. Lest we forget.

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January 3, 2026
Calling for Stronger Controls on HMOs to Protect Local Communities

Uncontrolled HMO conversions must stop. I’ve called on Fylde Borough Council to extend Article 4 protections and put communities and families first.

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May 18, 2022
Work Underway to Foster Civic Pride as Lancashire Celebrates Lancashire Day

Reform-led Lancashire County Council is developing a Civic Pride Action Plan to celebrate the county’s heritage, recognise community contributions and encourage participation from residents, schools and local groups.

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May 18, 2022
War Memorial Care Programme Underway Ahead of Remembrance Day

Reform-led Lancashire County Council is supporting communities to care for local war memorials ahead of Remembrance Day.

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January 16, 2026
World class cyclists heading to Lancashire for Tour de France 2027

Lancashire will take centre stage in one of the world's biggest sporting events, the Tour de France 2027.

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January 22, 2026
East Lancashire Waste: Facts, Not Fear

From 1 April 2026, waste from East Lancashire will stop going to Whinney Hill landfill, as the existing contract comes to an end and cannot be extended. Lancashire County Council has now put a temporary solution in place to ensure waste continues to be managed safely, responsibly, and at the lowest possible cost to taxpayers.

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January 28, 2026
Kirkham Baths Set to Reopen After £9.3m Investment Recommendation

Fylde’s Executive Committee has now confirmed a £9.3 million investment in swimming and leisure facilities across the borough.

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January 28, 2026
Investment Confirmed for Milbanke Care Home

Following months of claims, speculation and political noise, it is important to put the facts on the record clearly.

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February 2, 2026
Make Your Waste Work for You: A Smarter, Money-Saving Approach to Food Waste in Lancashire

Across Lancashire, we are introducing weekly food waste recycling collections, and I want to be clear about why this matters — not just for the environment, but for households, communities and council taxpayers.

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February 6, 2026
Backing Clean Energy and Skilled Jobs in Fylde: Why Springfields Matters

Springfields is a vital part of Fylde’s economy and one of our major employers. Thousands of local people rely on this site for skilled, well-paid work, and many more families across the Fylde Coast benefit indirectly from the supply chains and services that support it.

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February 27, 2026
Nearly £3 Million for Fylde’s Roads – And We’re Just Getting Started

In less than a year, Cllr Roberts and Cllr Dwyer have been pushing hard to ensure Fylde receives its fair share of highways funding — and that work is now being delivered.