James Purnell Mp to stabnd down at General Election
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has announced he will not stand at the next General Election. Mr Purnell, who was first elected to the Tameside seat in...
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Transport plans on journey around Tameside
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell is backing plans for a new integrated transport strategy around Longdendale. Residents and commuters struggle with the jammed roads around Longdendale every...
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Lesson in education as MP turns teacher for a day
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 JAMES Purnell MP looked at education from a new perspective, when he became a teacher for a day. Mr Purnell, MP for Stalybridge and Hyde, agreed to experience what it...
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Taste of success for young chefs in Tameside
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 ASPIRING chefs have given James Purnell a tour of the kitchens at Tameside College, just days after they were presented with a prestigious international award. The college, in...
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New classroons receive good reception from parents and children
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell joined parents, teachers and pupils to celebrate the official opening of a new unit for young children at Dowson Primary School. The...
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Call for Universal Job Guarantee to limit impact of recession
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STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell is calling for a job guarantee for anyone who has been out of work for more than 12 months. The government already offers a...
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History in the making in Broadbottom
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 A TEAM of photographers are snapping their way around Broadbottom to catalogue a year in the life of their village. As part of the project, which is being...
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Purnell: How to renew the best of Labour traditions
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 Writing in a national newspaper earlier this week, James Purnell put the case for a radical Labour manifesto, drawing on the best of Labour’s traditions and applying them to the...
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Blue plaque celebrates life of Stalybridge Celtic founder
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 THE founder of Stalybridge Celtic has been recognised with a blue plaque at the football club’s Bower Fold ground. William Herbert Rhodes (1888 -1937), who served as a town...
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£1.1m helps struggling pupils access one-to-one support
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 SCHOOLS in Tameside are to receive a £1.1million boost to help youngsters at risk of falling behind. The grant – announced by the Minister for Schools and Learners Vernon Coaker...
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Government investment to transform every high school in Tameside
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 AROUND £100millon of government money is to be invested in secondary schools across Tameside. The Building Schools for the Future initiative – which aims to rebuild or refurbish...
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MPs call for closer scrutiny of Tameside Hospital
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TAMESIDE MPs are calling for an urgent meeting with Health Secretary Andy Burnham, following the publication of the Dr Foster Hospital Guide 2009. The Guide points to the relatively...
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James Purnell MP marks World AIDS Day
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell will wear a red ribbon to mark World AIDS Day today (tues), to raise awareness of the 33million people around the world who are...
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New Computer Suite for Yew Tree Primary School
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has visited Yew Tree Primary School, in Dukinfield, where he was given a tour of the new computer suite. In the past pupils at...
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Trip to the doctors' offers insight into GEneral Practice
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell visited a local doctors’ surgery, as part of a scheme designed to help MPs learn more about general practice. The team of doctors, nurses...
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Supermarket scheme boosts local primary schools
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 YOUNGSTERS from four primary schools have received a welcome boost from a local supermarket. Pupils from Broadbent Fold, St Paul’s, St Peter's RC and Yew Tree primary schools...
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Foreign Secretary highlights government success in Hyde and Stalybridge
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 THE difference the Labour government has made to the people of Stalybridge and Hyde has been highlighted, during a visit by Foreign Secretary David Miliband. Mr Miliband was the guest...
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Time to toast the success of Stalybridge Labour Club
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 FOREIGN Secretary David Miliband dropped in to Stalybridge Labour Club, to help the team celebrate their place in the Good Beer Guide. For dedicated beer drinkers nationwide CAMRA’s guide has...
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Residents challenged to make a difference to Hyde and Stalybridge
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James Purnell MP is challenging local residents to make a real difference to the area in which they live, with a series of events. As part of ‘The Big Idea’...
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james Purnell backs charity that spreads Christmas cheer
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 THERE may still be 53 days shopping days left until Christmas – but for Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell festive shopping has started early. Mr Purnell has...
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James Purnell takes the heat to support Willow Wood
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DOZENS of fundraisers braved a runway of hot coals to raise money for Willow Wood. The ‘Firewalk’ – where participants walk barefoot over a 20ft path of hot...
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New noticeboard for residents in Heyrod
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 Community campaigner Fred Keyzer has made sure residents in a corner of Stalybridge know exactly what’s happening on their doorstep – by presenting them with a noticeboard. For...
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Shoppers in Stalybridge support Poppy Appeal
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell joined with members of the Royal British Legion at the weekend to promote the annual Poppy Appeal to shoppers. The Royal British...
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Supporters prepare to walk on hot coals for Willow Wood
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James Purnell MP is preparing to walk over hot coals for Willow Wood, as part of the hospice’s regular Firewalk. As part of the Firewalk, participants have to...
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New mental health facility opened in Tameside
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 A NEW £3.9million mental health facility has been opened at Tameside Hospital by Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell. Prospect Place is a new ‘low secure’ unit that...
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James Purnell put to the test as he steps into shoes of a shopworker
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 SHOPWORKERS have the tricky task of identifying the age of their customers every day. Whether they are selling alcohol, cigarettes, knives or other age-restricted products the onus is...
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GCSE results in Tameside among most improved in country
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STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has welcomed government figures that show that Tameside secondary schools are amongst the most improved in the country. Figures published today...
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Findings of Sir Thomas Legg's inquiry into MP expenses
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Following the publication of MP expenses earlier this year Sir Thomas Legg was asked to scrutinise expenses claims made by all MPs between 2004 and 2008. Sir Thomas has now...
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New base for Hyde CHildren's Social Work Team
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 A NEW centre that puts child support workers and social workers in the heart of the community they serve has been opened in Hyde. The Hyde Children’s Social...
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MP disgust at plans to auction letters from Harold Shipman
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has expressed his disgust at plans to auction a collection of letters that were written by murderer Harold Shipman. GP Shipman, whose surgery...
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Scholarship award helps students on way to university
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 Two aspiring medics are to start their university studies – after being named as the recipients of the Tom Pendry Scholarship Awards 2009. The awards – named after the former...
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James Purnell MP wishes Eid Mubarak to Muslim residents in Hyde and Stalybridge
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has marked Eid, by sending cards to Muslim residents across the constituency. The festival of Eid ul Fitr marks the end of...
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MP puts best foot forward to raise funds for hospice
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell joined thousands of elite athletes and fun runners in the Great North Run on Sunday, to raise funds for the Willow Wood hospice. The...
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Mossley Sure Start Children's Centre more than child's play
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STAFF at the Sure Start Children’s Centre in Mossley have opened their doors, as part of a national drive to showcase their activities and services. Children’ Centres are...
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On your marks . . . Final countdown to Great North Run
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 Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell will be swapping the hills around Longdendale for the streets of Newcastle on Sunday, when he takes part in the Great North Run....
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James Purnell joins national debate on future of social democracy
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THE need to give greater power to communities has been highlighted by James Purnell MP, at a high profile event organised by the think-tank Compass. Mr Purnell was...
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MP joins battle for street lighting on new housing development
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 MP James Purnell is backing residents in their battle to bring light to a dark corner of Stalybridge. Residents say that when they moved in to new properties...
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Company aims to help businesses and the environment
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A NEW company in Stalybridge has told James Purnell MP about their plans to help businesses save money on their computing costs and help the environment. 24/7 Uptime...
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Garden Party celebrates success of community organisation
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 JAMES Purnell MP dropped-in for a cream tea with Stalybridge residents at a special Garden Party. The event – organised by the community organisation RASH – was designed to recognise...
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Scheme to help homeowners backed by James Purnell MP
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A GOVERNMENT campaign to help struggling homeowners to avoid their homes being repossessed has been backed by Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell. The national campaign – launched today by...
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Purnell advocates the spreading of power
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MP James Purnell has delivered a speech at an international conference, advocating people are given greater power to achieve their goals. At the Cumbre Progresista Chile 2009, MP...
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James Purnell MP launches Higher Education survey 2009
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Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell is keen to hear about the experiences of A Level students at local schools and colleges – as part of a drive to improve...
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Funding boost to protect our local high streets
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TAMESIDE Council has received an injection of more than £50,000 from the government in order to improve high streets that have been hit by the recession. The £52,632 grant recognises...
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Praise for pupils and teachers after publication of Key Stage Two Tests
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THE hard work and dedication of teachers and pupils at primary schools across the area has been praised by Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell, following the publication of national...
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Older residents in Tameside take the plunge in free swimming scheme
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THOUSANDS of senior citizens in Tameside have taken advantage of free swimming, as part of a government initiative. Tameside Council is one of 259 local authorities across the...
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James Purnell puts best foot forward for Willow Wood
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STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell is set to raise funds for Willow Wood Hospice, by taking part in the Great North Run. Every year the hospice relies on an...
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Families party in the park to celebrate Hyde's Splendid Weekend
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 THOUSANDS of people from across the region joined a massive party in Hyde Park to celebrate Splendid Weekend. On Saturday the mood was classical, when the Manchester Camerata...
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New project opens way to conversation about the Left
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell MP is to spearhead a three-year project designed to rethink the political values of the Left. Open Left has been launched by the...
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New laboratory opened by James Purnell MP
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 A HI-TECH laboratory that will provide vital support for the regeneration of brownfield sites has opened on the edge of Hyde. Envirolab, on Mottram Road, near Hattersley, already counts itself...
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Lesson in art of Well Dressing
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 AS the finishing touches were made to the intricate Well Dressing at Gee Cross, Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell dropped in to see the work in progress....
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Taste of employment at ground-breaking cafe
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 THE launch of a unique new café at the heart of Hyde Park has been welcomed by Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell. The Park Café, in Bayley Hall, Hyde...
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Willow Wood marks 10th anniversary
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has visited Willow Wood, as part of celebrations to mark the hospice’s 10th anniversary. Since it opened in 1999, Willow Wood has offered round-the-clock...
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Backing for scheme that helps young readers
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 TEACHERS in Tameside who are spearheading a scheme to help struggling children to improve their reading have been acknowledged at a special ceremony. Six teachers from the borough have...
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Help to keep families in their homes
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GOVERNMENT action to offer additional support to families at risk of losing their homes has been welcomed by James Purnell MP. The Council of Mortgage Lenders estimates that...
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 SUPPORTERS of Hyde United are facing a race against time to safeguard the future of their team Hyde United – which plays in the Blue Square North division -...
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Taking steps to challenge homophobia
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STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has backed an event designed to stamp out homophobia across the region. The Walk Against Homophobia, on June 13, was a 5km sponsored walk...
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Sweet sound of success for community radio
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has been treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Tameside’s newest radio stations. Tameside Radio – which operates around the clock - was...
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Fight against silent killer backed by James Purnell MP
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 A PHARMACY in Stalybridge is at the forefront of a ground-breaking scheme to diagnose hepatitis. The Hepatitis Trust estimates that there could be as many as 466,000 people who have...
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New mayor shows pride in Hyde
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 YOU only have to look at the paintings and images on the walls of the mayoral office to know that new mayor John Sullivan is proud of Hyde. Cllr...
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Oromo launch at House of Commons
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A GROUP of aspiring entrepreneurs from Stalybridge have brought a taste of Ethiopia to the House of Commons at the launch of their new business. The Oromo Coffee Company has...
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Cabinet launches Labour Party Election campaign 2009
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Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell joined Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Cabinet colleagues to launch Labour’s 2009 election campaign. On June 4 there will be elections for...
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Learning is child's play at SureStart centre in Hyde
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell MP dropped in to the Flowery Field Children’s Centre – to see how staff are making sure young children and their parents get off...
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Tameside urged to bid for £1bn Future Jobs Fund
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Tameside Council, charities and other organisations are being urged to take advantage of a new £1billion government fund, designed to boost employment and improve communities. The government has set up...
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Community pull together to spruce up neglected park
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 WORKERS from the council, a team from Community Payback and a group of volunteers have joined forces to spruce up a neglected park in Hyde. Millennium...
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Praise for service that gives independence to elderly and vulnerable residents
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 PENSIONER Audrey White knows that there is someone watching over her day and night. She is one of more than 5000 people across Tameside who are registered with...
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Blood pressure checks help shoppers stay healthy
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 HUNDREDS of shoppers rolled up their sleeves on Saturday . . . after being offered an impromptu check on their health. They received the free blood pressure checks...
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Praise for one of Hyde's best kept secrets
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 FEW do-it-yourself enthusiasts will have heard of Hyde-based company Murpak, but many will have used one of their products. Murpak Ltd, in Newton, specialises in supplying hardware items...
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Welfare reform puts families first
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THE benefits system can help alcoholics get sober and back to work, says Secretary of State for Work and Pensions James Purnell today. Changes to the benefits system are already...
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Mossley Theatre Company Take Message to Parliament
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MOSSLEY drama company GW Theatre has put on a hard-hitting performance of their latest play in the House of Commons – after being invited by Stalybridge and Hyde MP...
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New Package to Support People Back to Work
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A package of measures to help unemployed people who have depression or anxiety to get back to work has been announced by Hyde and Stalybridge MP James Purnell. Improved...
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Steps Back to Work Begin with a Tameside Charity
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 Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell has witnessed first-hand the work of a charity that aims to support people back into the workplace. The Shaw Trust delivers the Jobcentre...
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Local Business Forum Informs National Debate
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 Businesses in Tameside have sent a message about the impact of the recession to the heart of government, after attending a business forum hosted by James Purnell MP. Around...
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James Purnell MP Backs Campaign Against Landmines
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 James Purnell MP has backed a campaign against landmines, by helping Soroptimist International in their bid to build a pyramid of shoes. Members of the Soroptimist International of Ashton-Under-Lyne,...
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New Care Home Proves A Knockout
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 BOXER Ricky Hatton teamed up with James Purnell MP to open the new wing of a residential care home, in Gee Cross. The pair were given a tour of the...
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Young Bookworms Show Off Their Reading Skills
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 TALENTED young bookworms at Pinfold Primary School, in Hattersley, showed off their skills to MP James Purnell – after being named as one of the top ‘Reading Schools’ in the...
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Government Help for Tameside
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James Purnell MP has welcomed a £707,000 government boost for Tameside, as part of a government drive to help local communities through the downturn. Tameside Council will receive the...
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James Purnell Backs Calls to Honour 19th Century Mayor
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 CAMPAIGNERS are calling for a nineteenth century tea merchant – who may have been the country’s first Muslim mayor - to be given full recognition in his home town of...
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Local Business Forum Aims To Tackle the Downturn
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Hyde and Stalybridge MP James Purnell is to host a forum to help local businesses to tackle the downturn. Dozens of businesses and organisations are set to take part in...
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Gallery That Puts Hyde Artist In The PIcture
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 AN exhibition of work by one of Hyde’s most famous artists – who would secretly sketch his subjects without their knowing - has been visited by James Purnell MP....
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New Business That's In Step With Young People
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 CHOREOGRAPHERS from tv shows like Britannia High and Top of the Pops are helping youngsters to get to grips with the latest dance steps, as part of a ground-breaking business...
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Awards Recognise Sporting Heroes in Hattersley
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 Talented sportsmen and women have been recognised for their efforts on and off the pitch, at the Hattersley Sports Awards and Leisure Awards. The awards, which were run for...
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James Purnell Praises "Remarkable" Role of Carers
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 Hyde and Stalybridge MP James Purnell has highlighted the increasingly important role carers play in society, during an address to the USDAW conference. Mr Purnell, who is Secretary of...
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Mossley Woman Lobbies for Plain Cigarette Packets
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 Constituent Rebecca Chadwick has lobbied James Purnell to ask government health chiefs to keep proposals for plain cigarette packaging under review. The government has already announced plans to ban...
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Bonus for pensioners in Hyde and Stalybridge
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 Pensioners at a drop-in centre in Hyde can look forward to a £60 boost when they collect their pension next week. Across the Hyde and Stalybridge constituency more than...
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Stalybridge Enterprise that Makes Trade Fair
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 An African community in Stalybridge is leading a bid that could make 'Fair Trade’ even fairer, by drawing up plans to sell coffee from Ethiopia direct from the growers....
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RASH puts its success on the record
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 Leaders of an organisation that has put community spirit back into four housing estates in Stalybridge have put their success on the record – by writing their own book....
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Superstore boosts employment - and the environment
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A new superstore that has offered work to more than 100 long-term unemployed people has been welcomed by Hyde and Stalybridge MP James Purnell. More than half of the...
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New Regulations to Help Bereaved Families
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Bereaved families will be given greater access to medical forms relating to the death of their relatives, as part of a series of moves designed to help prevent another Harold...
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Crucial need to improve public transport
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The decision by the people of Greater Manchester not to back the proposed bid to the Transport Innovation Fund must not end the region’s determination to improve the transport network,...
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Lessons in the Art of Politics
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 Student leaders at Alder Community School received a lesson in the art of politics from local MP James Purnell. Mr Purnell, MP for Stalybridge and Hyde dropped into the...
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James Purnell MP boosts Autograph Collection
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 Autograph collector Barry McDermott added another signature to his collection – when James Purnell MP visited his Stalybridge home. Barry has been collecting autographs for more than 35...
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Launch of Dental Access Scheme
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 Seeing the dentist has just become easier for residents in Hyde with a ground-breaking service, which has been launched by James Purnell MP. As part of the new service...
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Stalybridge and Hyde MP James Purnell announced today the addition of 6,000 new frontline staff for Job Centres across the UK, as part of a £1.3bn package of measures to...
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THE Government has said that it intends to change the current minimum wage rules on tipping so that in the future, tips will be added to the Minimum Wage. A...
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A new scheme is being tested in Hyde and Stalybridge that will improve how people inform government of a change of circumstances. The 'Tell Us Once' programme examines the feasibility...
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New boost for Post Office
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Local Post Offices received a boost yesterday as the Government awarded the contract for the POCA service to the Post Office. Local MP, James Purnell, Secretary of State for Work...
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praise for local manufacturer
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 James Purnell praises local manufacturer Stalybridge & Hyde MP James Purnell has praised local manufacturer Martin Conquest for their innovative designs for getting disabled bikers back on the road. The...
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Campaigners highlight dangers of Mossley junction
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 STALYBRIDGE and Hyde MP James Purnell has witnessed first-hand the dangers of crossing a busy junction in the heart of Mossley. Every day Christine Dyde and her...
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TAMESIDE Council, charities and other organisations are being urged to take advantage of a new £1billion government fund, designed to boost employment and improve communities. The government has set up...
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Young People Join the Big Debate
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 James Purnell MP swapped the House of Commons for a college in Hyde to debate the issues of the day with a group of young people. Students from Hyde Clarendon...
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