I recently met the new Chief Executive of Northumberland County Council, Dr Helen Patterson, at County Hall in Morpeth.
I made clear to the CEO my priorities for Tynedale and Ponteland.
We discussed many issues, such as improving our roads, environment, housing, crime and anti-social behaviour and improving active travel across Tynedale and Ponteland.
I look forward to working with Dr Paterson to deliver for my constituents across West Northumberland.