PRESS RELEASES
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Alison has a burning message for Plymouth Youngsters
Alison attended a special “Molewatch Clinic” run by Cancer Research UK’s SunSmart Campaign where she was given a stark warning about the risk that sunburn poses to young people.
When the sun shines it certainly lifts everyone’s mood and gives us all the chance to spend time in the garden and enjoy a barbeque with friends and family. We can still enjoy the sun as long as we take a few sensible precautions, by spending some time in the shade, particularly between 1 and 3 and by using a sunscreen.
I really had no idea that malignant melanoma – the most serious form of skin cancer is now the most common cancer in young adults and attending the Molewatch Clinic really highlighted for me how important it is to enjoy the sun safely.In many cases people get sunburn when they are just out and about in the sun and not deliberately sunbathing, it is just so easy to get caught out and I shall certainly be packing my factor 15+ sunscreen and have a hat and t shirt to hand to avoid sunburn next time the sun is shining. Alison is urging anyone with concerns about a particular mole or unusual skin growths to see their GP promptly.
SunSmart is the UK’s national skin cancer prevention campaign commissioned by the UK Health Departments and run by Cancer Research UK.Notes to Editors:
SunSmart is the UK’s national skin cancer prevention campaign commissioned by the UK Health Departments and run by Cancer Research UK.
? Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK.
? There are more skin cancer deaths in the UK than in Australia, even though Australia has more cases of the disease.
? The number of skin cancer cases is increasing year on year. The main risk factor for skin cancer is exposure to sunlight. Up to 90% of skin cancers could be prevented by being SunSmart.
? Over 75,000 new cases of skin cancer are registered each year in the UK. Some experts estimate the number of cases to be in excess of 100,000 as many cases are not reported.
? Each year over 1,800 people in the UK die from malignant melanoma.
Teaming up with Wallace & Gromit as part of “Wrong Trousers Day 2008”
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Alison this week joined forces with animated stars of the silver screen, Wallace and Gromit, to help promote Wrong Trousers Day (WTD) 2008 on the 27th June. “
This year Wrong Trousers Day, which raises money to improve the lives of children in hospices and hospitals throughout the UK, is music themed. Participants are encouraged to wear a ‘rocking’ pair of trousers and donate £1 to Wallace & Gromit’s Children’s Foundation – who are spearheading the event. The Children’s Foundation are also encouraging schools to get involved with the day. Children can submit footage of themselves rocking out in the Wrong Trousers. A panel of experts will select the most 'rocking' entry and the winner will win tickets for them and their classmates to see hit London West End musical "We Will Rock You" and meet the cast backstage.
Alison was delighted to lend support to Wallace & Gromit’s Children’s Foundation, whose initiatives in hospices and hospitals throughout the UK help some of Britain’s very sick children. Wrong Trousers Day 2008 is a great opportunity to have some fun at the same time as helping to raise money for a really worthwhile charity. I have made myself look a little bit silly and I hope that other people in Plymouth will also get involved!”
Alison is encouraging as many people as possible to register on the WTD website:
–www.wrongtrousersday.org– and be part of the fun!”
12th June 2008
CITY DELEGATION TO PRESS MINISTER ON VITAL CITY GROWTH STRATEGY
City MPs, Alison Seabeck, Linda Gilroy and Gary Streeter led a high powered City delegation to Local Government Minister, John Healey.
Plymouth as the largest city on the south coast has received government recognition of its importance in expanding the South West economy. The City’s Growth Strategy sets out the priorities for new housing, jobs, improved education as well as tackling environmental concerns. Indeed, the City Council have taken some tough decisions in recent years to support this aim but they do need to feel that Government understands the on-going need for a strategic approach both to the funding offered as well as to the outcomes expected.
The Minister was updated on progress that has been made in creating the new City Development Company to drive forward growth and on the support that the City Council, South West Regional Development Agency and English Partnerships are providing to deliver the city’s ambitious vision.
The delegation highlighted the need for all Government Departments to recognise they have a role to play in supporting New Growth Points such as Plymouth, particularly through their funding programmes. The growth of the city will create significant demand for investment in transport, waste facilities, schools and other community infrastructure.
Alison Seabeck said, “We need every relevant government department understanding what Plymouth needs and that is why we took our case to Whitehall. We want reassurance that Government will not take their eye off the ball as far as the City is concerned and that they will ensure there is a co-ordinated approach which ultimately will get the best value for the government’s investment but which will also maximise the benefits for our constituents.”
Linda Gilroy MP (Plymouth Sutton) said “The minister understands that in delivering growth which is the equivalent of building a market town as well as continuing with our major regeneration projects. He understands how challenging this is. I hope today’s meeting will bring us closer to government’s thinking and action as we try to deliver some important shared goals with them.”
Gary Streeter MP (South West Devon) added, “If Plymouth is to achieve its ambitious targets for growth and development it must work closely with government every step of the way. Today’s meeting is part of that ongoing dynamic relationship. “
Vivien Pengelly, Leader of Plymouth City Council, said, “We very much appreciated the opportunity to brief the Minister and to show him how important Plymouth is to delivering the Government’s objectives for new housing provision and economic growth in the region. We have shown that we have a shared vision locally and that we can work effectively with local and regional stakeholders. We want to make sure that partnership working is extended across those Government Departments who can help support the regeneration of the city”.
ENDS Contact Alison Seabeck 07930995661
PRESS RELEASE 26 February 2008
Alison Seabeck welcomes Government statement on First Great Western
Alison Seabeck, MP for Plymouth Devonport, today welcomed Ruth Kelly, the Transport Secretary’s, statement on First Great Western’s poor performance and misreporting of its cancellation figures.
“It is truly shocking that First Great Western should hide the truth of the situation“ Alison commented. “ I’m a regular user of First Great Western’s services between Plymouth and London, and I know from talking to fellow passengers that their performance has been less than it should be. Having met the new management I am confident that by admitting past mistakes and having comprehensive plans for the future that the Plymouth train service will improve.
What is particularly pleasing about the outcome of this audit is that instead of fining the company, the Government has instead asked for a new £29 million investment in passenger services. An extra half million cheap tickets will be available over the next year, better passenger compensation has been put in place for unacceptable performance, and improved information equipment will be installed in stations throughout Devon and Cornwall. While we can all see that First Great Western’s performance has been inadequate, the measures announced by Ruth Kelly today should benefit all of their passengers in Plymouth.”
Westminster Office 02072196431
Plymouth Office 01752 365617
Email seabecka@parliament.uk