I understand the dissatisfaction people have with local rail services and the anger being shown towards Northern, especially in light of the recent timetable changes.

I was delighted to welcome Conservative Party Chairman Brandon Lewis to Cheadle recently, where we took the chance to get a sneak peek at the ongoing works to build a new primary and secondary school, which will be run by the Laurus Trust.

For anyone who has seen the film Mary Poppins, it will come as no surprise that “votes for women” and the importance of the suffragettes in their fight to extend voting rights has been a well-recognised theme throughout the past century!

I welcome the news that one primary school and three high schools in Stockport, all in my constituency, have been successful in their bids for extra funding to help bring buildings up to scratch and ensure that students continue to learn in a safe and modern environment.

Today I visited the ongoing works to transform the old Sim Chem House into Fabrick, a 184 apartment development aimed at first time buyers and helping people onto the housing ladder.

New laws to help people at risk of becoming homeless came into force at the beginning of April. The Homelessness Reduction Act was spearheaded through Parliament last year, and I was proud to be one of the co-sponsors.

After nearly two decades of neglect it's good news for Gatley residents that work will soon begin to redevelop the former Tatton Cinema site. The announcement of Government funding through Homes England will see a massive grant of over £1.5 million to finally get things moving!

One of my top priorities for Cheadle, Stockport and the Greater Manchester region is to speak out for every possible bit of investment which can be put to use locally and at the heart of the Northern Powerhouse.

It was lovely to visit the Together Trust in Cheadle today to meet staff and hear from some wonderful students about the work experience opportunities which they are taking up.

Today is the first day of National Apprenticeships Week. With millions of apprenticeships started in recent years, more pathways to skilled careers are being opened up, and apprentices up and down the country are transforming our workforce.