I will value every single vote that you give to me. I hope to meet as many of you as possible over the next few weeks. I will be a strong and clear voice for you in Parliament and I will do everything in my power to improve the lives of everyone in Bedford and Kempston.
Here is my plan for Bedford and Kempston.
1. Revitalising our town centres and supporting our businesses: Revitalise BOTH of our Town Centres in Bedford AND Kempston. Supporting local businesses and communities to thrive.
2. Securing Universal studio and other opportunities for our area: Universal Studios is a huge investment for not just Bedford, but the United Kingdom - I will continue to work with the Treasury and Government to ensure we secure this project.
3. Tackling county lines, knife crime and anti social behaviour: Knife Crime, county lines and anti-social behaviour is an issue. I will hold the Labour Police and Crime Commissioner to account and will continue the work I am doing to help provide opportunities to engage them else where.I will also ensure that we get the maximum investment to tackle anti social behaviour, prioritising the safety of women and the elderly.
4. Building Bedford Hospital North wing and diagnostic centre: The Bedford North Wing site has been an eye sore since it burnt down in 2019.The MP has had 4 years to sort out this vital site which can provide critical services to the NHS across Bedford and Kempston.I will prioritise the re-build of this site to ensure you get access to vital services.
5. Build Bedford's transport infrastructure through East West Rail: Bedford needs a complete infrastructure re-build. This includes transport, town centre and health infrastructure redevelopment.I will continue to champion the needs for residents whilst ensuring Bedford and Kempston gets the investment that is required for maximum impact on the local Bedford economy.
6. Prioritising the best start to life for our young people.