Josh MacAlister MP has this week marked a major milestone since being elected in July 2024, having now held 100 public events across West Cumbria, with more than 3,000 local people taking part.
From public meetings to coffee mornings, drop-ins to street surgeries, Josh has held events in every corner of West Cumbria. The events have been about one simple principle: being present, listening carefully, and acting on what matters to local people.
Josh said:
“I made a clear commitment to be an MP who is visible, accessible and rooted in our community. Reaching 100 public events is not about ticking boxes – it’s about listening to people’s experiences and making sure West Cumbria’s voice is heard loud and clear in Parliament.
“I’m hugely grateful to the more than 3,000 people who came along or stopped to chat, asked tough questions, shared ideas or simply said hello. This is how we rebuild trust in politics – by showing up and doing the work.”
This programme of public events is in addition to more than 300 meetings and visits with local schools, businesses, charities, community groups and others.
Josh has announced a new programme of 18 public events taking place between January and March 2026, giving even more residents the chance to meet their MP, raise issues and help shape local priorities.
The programme will include:
- Open public meetings
- Community drop-ins
- Supermarket and street surgeries
- Coffee mornings
Events will be spread across towns and villages across West Cumbria to ensure as many people as possible can attend.
Josh added:
“Politics works best when it’s a conversation, not a broadcast. I want to hear from people who agree with me, people who disagree with me, and people who’ve never been to a political event before.
“If you live in West Cumbria, these events are for you. Come along, bring your questions, and help shape the future of our area.”
Full details of dates, locations and how to register can be found at joshmacalister.uk/meetjosh, or by calling 01946 458023.
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