Since May 1999, as elected representative for the Kellet Ward, I have consistently pressed for local views to be taken seriously when planning applications are considered. These have included applications at Arkholme, and at Borwick and Priest Hutton, and caravan park extensions at various sites in the ward. I have supported the building of an M6 link to Heysham and I hope the recently announced Public Enquiry will soon bring to an end the uncertainty about the future of the project.

I have attended Parish Councils, Parish Meetings and Quarry Liaison meetings and have given advice and encouragement when appropriate, including assisting in negotiations for a later starting time at Dunald Mill Quarry. In the parishes, I have also assisted with grant applications for projects ranging from play facilities, playground equipment, Sports Clubs, (including the Indoor Bowling Club at Nether Kellet), footpath extensions and “Good Companions”, and I have helped in making arrangements for visitors from the twin village of Bussières to attend receptions at Lancaster Town Hall, and for attendance by a local Member of the European Parliament at the signing of the Twinning Agreement with the Kellets.

Currently I am investigating proposals that are expected to be made shortly for a wind farm at Cragg Lot near Arkholme.