Consultation on more powers to tackle fly-tipping and litter across Notts
New measures to crack down on fly-tipping and waste crime could help to tackle concerns about rubbish and litter across the country, after the Government launched an eight-week consultation on making offenders take direct responsibility for their actions. Data from earlier this year showed that local authorities in England dealt with 1.26 million fly-tipping incidents […]
New funding to help get people off the streets in Rushcliffe this winter
Rushcliffe is set to receive £116,439 as part of a new national programme to help people sleeping rough get off the streets and into safe, settled accommodation. The funding forms part of a £442 million package announced by the Government last week to provide support this winter, alongside longer-term accommodation and practical help for people […]
MP writes to Rushcliffe schools as Erasmus+ return gets closer
James Naish, MP for Rushcliffe, has written to local secondary schools and colleges to help ensure young people across Rushcliffe benefit from new opportunities to study, train and gain experience abroad through Erasmus+ which the UK will rejoin in January 2027. Erasmus+ is the European Union’s flagship programme for education, training and youth. It supports international […]
Monthly update from your local MP
I normally start these columns by focusing on the national picture before becoming more local, but I’m going to flip that approach this month because there is so much to talk about locally. One of the highlights of my month has undoubtedly been welcoming around 30 Year 10 and 11 students to my first-ever Rushcliffe […]
New investment to support Rushcliffe young people into careers
James Naish, MP for Rushcliffe, has welcomed a package of government measures to help young people across Rushcliffe gain the skills, training and opportunities they need to build successful careers. The new support will help to break down barriers to apprenticeships and technical education, while providing additional support for employers to create more opportunities for […]
New drive to reform social care launched to support families and communities
James Naish, MP for Rushcliffe, has welcomed a new national drive to reform adult social care, highlighting the importance of creating a system that provides security, dignity and support for people across Rushcliffe. The government has announced plans to begin a wider conversation on the future of social care, bringing together voices from across the […]
Rushcliffe pubs and community venues to benefit from new business rates cut
Pubs, clubs and live music venues across Rushcliffe are set to benefit from a new 20% cut to business rates, as part of government plans to support the community spaces at the heart of local high streets. The announcement will provide further support to more than 30,000 pubs, clubs and live music venues across England, […]
Rushcliffe at the heart of ambitious plans for the Trent Sports District
Rushcliffe MP James Naish has welcomed major progress on the Trent Sports District which has taken two significant steps forward this week. The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) has announced that a consortium led by Gleeds has been appointed to develop the Trent Sports District’s regeneration framework and masterplan. This work will be significant […]
MP seeks to give Local Communities a Stronger Voice on Energy Infrastructure under New Bill
James Naish, MP for Rushcliffe, will introduce a Ten-Minute Rule Bill in parliament today (Tuesday, 28th April) aimed at giving local communities a stronger voice in the transition to cleaner energy. The proposed legislation would place a duty on local authorities in England to produce and maintain Local Area Energy Plans, creating a consistent and structured […]
Support and Fairness sought for Park Home Owners in Parliament
A Westminster Hall debate held today (Tuesday, 28th April) has called for stronger protections and more fairness for park home residents across England. Led by Rushcliffe MP James Naish, the debate highlighted the important role that park homes play in housing markets across the UK, with around 160,000 people living on mobile home sites in England […]
