Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚫 VICTORY: HMO REFUSED ON WEST STREET 🚫
We’re pleased to report that today the Southern Planning Committee rejected the application to cram a six-person HMO into 523 West Street.
This was absolutely the right decision – and a win for common sense. 🙌
We made it clear the scheme failed to meet the council’s own policies, including:
❌ HOU 4 – no internal communal space and not enough outdoor amenity
❌ HOU 10 – inadequate bin and cycle storage
❌ SD 2 & SE 1 – poor design, no sense of place
❌ NPPF Paragraph 130 – fails to improve character or quality of the area
👂 The committee listened.
🗣️ Residents spoke up.
✊ We stood our ground.
A big thank you to everyone who objected, shared concerns, or supported behind the scenes. 💬💪 Together, we protected a local street from overdevelopment.
We’ll keep standing up for proper planning, residents’ voices, and stronger rules on HMOs across Crewe.
— Cllr Roger Morris & David Simcox
Conservative team for Crewe North
⸻
#CreweNorth #CrewePlanning #StopTheHMO #HMOCrisis #Refused #CommonSenseWin #CheshireEast #SouthernPlanning #ProtectOurStreets #LocalConservatives #PlanningMatters
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚧 FixMyStreet is being replaced – meet traCE 🛠️
Cheshire East Council is launching a brand-new tool called ‘traCE’ to replace FixMyStreet for reporting potholes, fly-tipping, and other local issues.
🗓️ From TOMORROW! Wednesday 23rd July, traCE will be the new go-to site to report:
Potholes
Abandoned vehicles
Fly-tipping
Fallen trees
Broken signs
…and more, right across Cheshire East.
📲 It’s available 24/7 on your phone, tablet or computer — with live updates and a handy map so you can see if others have already reported the same issue.
📝 Any open reports from FixMyStreet will automatically carry over, so you don’t need to start again.
👀 We really hope this new system is more effective & not just a shiny rebrand. Residents have told us time and again that reporting is one thing, but getting things fixed is another. We’ll be testing it ourselves and keeping track of how it performs.
📍 You’ll be able to access traCE here from launch day:
🔗 www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/traCE
☎️ For anything dangerous or urgent, remember you need to call 0300 123 5020.
As always, if you need a hand using the new system or if something isn’t getting sorted, get in touch we’re here to help.
#CreweNorth #CommunityMatters #FixMyStreet #traCE #CheshireEast #LocalIssues #ReportIt #TakingActionNotJustTalking #RoadSafety #CreweUpdates #workingforyou #ImprovingCreweTogether #LocalConservatives #cllrrogermorris #davidsimcox #ImOnIt
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
💥 FINALLY ITS DONE! 💥
We’ve been chasing this fly tipping issue behind the Old School House for months and it’s finally been sorted! 🙌🧹
Massive thanks to Dave and the team from Your Housing Group for stepping up and getting it cleared after our continued requests.
We’ve been persistent, and we’re proud to say that pressure paid off. 💪
We know how frustrating this has been, and we want to thank everyone for your patience while we kept pushing behind the scenes. This is what happens when we don’t give up,
and we won’t stop fighting to get things sorted for our community.👊
👉 If something’s not right in our area, we’ll keep at it until it’s fixed, no matter how long it takes.
#FlyTipping #CreweCleanup #PersistencePaysOff #LocalAction #CreweNorth #WorkingForYou #ThankYouDave #WeDontGiveUp #CommunityFirst #CreweHousing #cllrrogermorris #Davidsimcox #ImOnIt
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚨 Incident Alert – Vehicle Fire near Dunwoody Way 🚨
A car is currently on fire just before the traffic lights heading towards Dunwoody Way in Crewe. Emergency services are likely to attend shortly, but for now, please avoid the area if possible and take an alternative route.
We’ll update when the scene is cleared and safe again.
Stay safe,
Cllr Roger Morris
Crewe Central Ward
#crewetraffic #crewenews #staysafe
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚨 FLY-TIPPING – SORTED! 🧹
After we posted about the shocking mess dumped at the car park entrance on Browning Street, we’re pleased to report it’s now been CLEARED.
This isn’t just about rubbish, it’s about respect for our community. Dumping waste like this is disgusting and illegal. We’re keeping the pressure on and will continue reporting hotspots when we see them.
👏 Thank you to everyone who supports our mission to clean up Crewe, one street at a time.
📍 Browning Street – before and after
🫡 Reported by Cllr Roger Morris and David Simcox
Let’s keep going! 💪
If you spot a problem, tag us or message us — together, we’ll get it sorted.
#CreweNorth #FlyTipping #CommunityAction #CllrRogerMorris #DavidSimcox #CleanUpCrewe #LocalPride
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚧 “Biggest Highways Investment in 10 Years”? Not in Crewe Central. 🚧
Cheshire East Council says it’s investing more in our roads than it has in a decade, over £53 million. But what has Crewe Central been given?
Just two minor lighting upgrades on Cornwall Grove and Stafford Street.
That’s it.
Let’s be clear: street lighting matters. It helps residents feel safer, and if these columns needed replacing, we welcome that.
But that cannot be the extent of investment in one of the most heavily used and neglected areas of the borough.
Meanwhile, West Street, an A-road that connects the town centre to Nantwich, is falling apart. It’s so patched and broken it looks like a quilt. This road is a major commuter route, used by buses, parents, lorries, and emergency vehicles. And yet, not a penny of this investment has gone towards fixing it.
We were promised investment “where it will have the greatest impact.” I fail to see how lighting columns on two small streets deliver that.
I’ve written to the council asking why Crewe Central has been overlooked again, and what criteria they used to decide which areas matter and which can be ignored.
We deserve better than this.
I’ll keep fighting until we get the fair funding and safe roads this community deserves.
#CreweCentral #Roads #Accountability #CheshireEast #cllrrogermorris
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚔 #OpSceptre | Week of Action to Tackle Knife Crime
We joined our brilliant PCSOs today for a knife sweep across parts of Crewe Central as part of the national Week of Action on knife crime.
✅ No knives were found, but we did collect plenty of litter and had some great conversations with residents about safety and pride in our local parks.
📍 We’ll also be holding a community drop-in this Thursday 22nd May at Crewe lifestyle centre 3pm, alongside the PCSOs and the official knife amnesty bin.
If you or someone you know wants to dispose of a knife safely and anonymously — this is your chance.
Thank you to @CreweCentralPolice for the partnership today.
Let’s keep Crewe North safe, clean and supported — together.
#CreweNorth #OpSceptre #KnifeCrimeAwareness #SaferStreets #WorkingTogether #CommunitySafety #CrewePolice #RespectOurParks
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
Today I was joined by David Simcox – Crewe as we met with PCSO Penny Probin and PCSO Lorraine Meggs Crewe Central Police on Derby Docks.
We discussed a number of issues raised by residents, including fires on the docks, school parking, bin problems, antisocial behaviour, Bright Street Park, and general parking obstructions.
We also highlighted two ongoing concerns:
🚗 Parking issues on Joseph Reddrop Way, and
🏎️ Speeding on West Street, where residents tell us the new speed calming measures have actually made things worse.
We’re working together to arrange joint PCSO surgeries so people have more opportunities to raise local issues and get support for all of us in one convenient location.
Thanks again to our local PCSOs Penny & Lorraine for their time, hard work and commitment!
#CreweCentral #CreweWest #StrongerTogether #Speeding #CommunityMatters #ListeningAndActing #CllrRogerMorris #ImOnIt
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚨 SPEEDING ON WEST STREET – ISSUE RAISED 🚨
Over the past week, I’ve been contacted by several residents about the worsening speeding problems on West Street, despite the recent reduction to a 20mph zone and the installation of speed humps.
👀 I’ve seen it for myself — drivers swerving into the middle of the road to avoid the humps and racing to beat oncoming traffic. It’s dangerous and completely undermines the purpose of the traffic calming measures.
📩 I’ve now formally raised this with Cheshire East Council’s Members Enquiries team and will be discussing it with our local PCSOs this week too. I’ve asked for a full review of the road layout and for serious consideration of better solutions like wider speed humps, raised tables, or speed cameras.
⚠️ Residents are rightly concerned that someone could be hurt if this continues. I’ll keep you updated on the response and any progress.
#CreweCentral #RoadSafety #WestStreet #20mph #Speeding #CommunitySafety #Crewe #CheshireEast #YourVoiceMatters 🚗#cllrrogermorris #ImOnIt🚧👮♀️
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚦 Thanks for reporting this so quickly, David.
It’s extremely disappointing to see problems again at this major junction, especially so soon after residents raised concerns on 9th April.
⚠️ I’m monitoring this situation closely and have flagged it again with Cheshire East Highways for urgent attention.
⚠️ I will also be pushing for a proper review of the junction to make sure any faults are properly dealt with, residents should not have to keep facing the same risks.
This needs more than just a temporary fix, public safety must come first. I’ll keep working with residents to make sure it’s not brushed aside.
#CreweCentral #RoadSafety #FixMyStreet #TrafficLights #PublicSafety #ActionForCrewe #ImOnIt #cllrrogermorris
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
📍 West Avenue fly-tipping sorted!
We’re seeing a noticeable increase in fly-tipping across Crewe Central. These photos show yet another example near the alley gate on West Avenue and across the road, reported, cleared, and dealt with.
But here’s the issue: as soon as we clear one pile, another turns up. This can’t continue. Please don’t fly tip, it’s illegal, unsightly, and unfair on your neighbours.
💡 If you need to get rid of rubbish, there are proper options available:
Use your household waste bin collection
Take it to the household recycling centre
Or book a bulky waste collection via the council
🕵️♂️ I’m keeping a close eye on the ward using FixMyStreet, if you see fly tipping, please report it there. It’s fast, easy and makes a real difference:
👉 www.fixmystreet.com
Let’s work together to #KeepCreweClean 💪
#CreweCentral #FixMyStreet #NoRubbishExcuses #FlyTipping #Crewe #CllrMorris #OnTheCase 🚯🧹
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🐣 Happy Easter!
I hope you’re enjoying the Easter weekend and making the most of the final days of the school holidays.
Whether you’re spending time with family, taking a well earned rest, or enjoying a chocolate egg or two, I hope it’s a good one!
A big thank you to all the local groups, volunteers, and residents who’ve made this half-term so special for our young people. Your efforts are what make this community a better place to live for everyone.
Let’s keep that momentum going! I’m proud to continue supporting activities and events that bring us together, and there’s plenty more to come over the next few months. 🏡💪
Take care, enjoy the rest of the weekend, and Happy Easter!
🐰🌷🌞
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
It’s Sunday in Crewe and dont forget the Makers Market is ready to welcome you from 11AM–4PM today!
🐰 Easter walkabout characters, local crafts, food stalls and more.
📍 Market Street | Market Square | Victoria Street
Pop down and enjoy the community vibe!
#CreweCentral #SundayVibes #EasterInCrewe
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🎉 Crewe Makers Market – This Sunday!
Looking for something to do this Easter Sunday (April 20th)? The Crewe Makers Market is back from 11AM to 4PM across Market Street, Market Square & Victoria Street! 🛍️🌸
Expect a great mix of local makers, independent stalls, street food, and even some spring walkabout characters to keep things lively 🐣🎨
A fantastic free day out right here in Crewe Central – why not pop down and support our amazing local traders?
📍 #CreweCentral | #MakersMarket | #SupportLocal
🐰 #EasterInCrewe | #CreweEvents | #ShopLocal
🌷 #LoveCrewe | #SpringInCrewe | #CreweCommunit
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
📣 Standing with Residents on the Pocket Park Concerns 🌳
I have heard from many of you have raised strong concerns about the proposed new entrance to the Samuel Street Pocket Park. As reported in the latest Crewe Nub News article, the decision has sparked understandable frustration in our community.
I’ve now written to Cllr Mick Warren, Chair of the Environment and Communities Committee, to request the full evidence behind the claim that other entrance options, particularly at Richard Moon Street, were thoroughly evaluated and ruled out.
Residents deserve to see the facts. That includes: ✅ The full evaluation report
✅ Tree and safety assessments
✅ Risk and accessibility audits
✅ What alternative options were genuinely considered
I will continue to support the local community in asking the right questions and pushing for transparency. This is your neighbourhood your voice matters and I am here for you.
👉 Please share your views below or message me directly.
#CreweCentral #CommunityMatters #PocketPark #Transparency #LocalVoices
Row over proposed new entrance to pocket park in Crewe
Crewe residents furious with Cheshire East over plans for a new entrance at Samuel Street Park, which they say will put children’s safety at risk.
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
💥 FLY-TIPPING CLEARED – CREWE CENTRAL 💥
After raising the alarm earlier this week about the disgraceful fly-tipping on St Paul’s Street near Jubilee Gardens, we’re pleased to confirm it’s now been fully cleared. ✅
👀 What was once a dangerous mess of dumped building waste is now safe and accessible again for pedestrians and drivers.
🧹 Thank you to the teams who acted quickly — and to the residents who spoke up. We’re making it clear: this behaviour won’t be tolerated.
Let’s keep Crewe clean, safe, and proud. 💪
📲 Report future fly-tipping here: fixmystreet.cheshireeast.gov.uk/
#CreweCentral #CleanCrewe #FlyTipping #ActionTaken #CommunityMatters
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚫 I’ve formally objected to another HMO on Crewe Street.
I stand fully with the residents of this area. I hear your concerns, and I’ve witnessed firsthand the challenges you’re facing every day.
💬 Since elected, I’ve spoken with residents who have shared their concerns about ongoing fly-tipping, noise, and antisocial behaviour linked to certain properties. I completely understand why people are feeling frustrated — and at times, even unsafe.
Enough is enough.
I’ve made it clear that this community needs support, not more unmanaged HMOs. I’m continuing to raise these issues with Your Housing Group and am urging them to ensure that all their properties are properly maintained and managed, with respect for the neighbourhood.
📰 You can read more about my objection here:
🔗 crewe.nub.news/news/local-news/residents-object-to-another-hmo-on-crewe-street-as-violence-and-crime-increases-257573
Let’s keep standing up for Crewe together. 👊
#CreweStreet #CreweCentral #ResidentsDeserveBetter #HMOConcerns #StrongerCommunities #CleanUpCrewe #TogetherForChange
Residents object to another HMO on Crewe street as violence and crime increases
Residents objecting to plans to convert a family home on Heathfield Avenue, Crewe, into another HMO with some claiming crime and violence has increased since.
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
Appreciation post- Huge thanks to Roger Morris & David Simcox for continuing to support our HAF and Street Sports programmes. ⚽️🎾🏏🥅🏀
They organised a generous donation of Easter eggs for us to gift to children who are attending our sessions this week🐣
They also regularly attend our sessions to ensure our staff, children and families are safe 🚑and we have the resources and materials we need.
Thank you for your support🤗
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🐣💜 Huge thanks to the brilliant team at Start Well at The Wishing Well for everything they’re doing for local children and families this Easter!
Alongside David Simcox – Crewe I was proud to donate 100 Easter eggs to help bring a little joy to the children and support the amazing HAF Holiday Clubs and community events being run this week. 🙌
With free meals, games, crafts and sports sessions across McLaren Street Park, Leighton Brook Park, and the Start well at the wishing well children & families hub, this is the kind of grassroots work that truly makes a difference.
It’s inspiring to see such dedication from a local organisation doing so much good. We’ll continue to do everything we can to support this fantastic team. Thank you for everything you do! 👏
📅 Check out the flyer below for full event info!
#CreweCentral #EasterJoy #CommunitySupport #WishingWellProject #HAF2025 #ThankYou 💛🍫🐰
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
Brilliant opportunity for anyone in Crewe Central with a business dream or creative spark! 🌟 Whether it’s food, fashion, crafts or something totally unique – this could be your launchpad 🚀
Let’s fill Crewe Market Hall with local talent and energy 👏
If you’re based in or near Crewe Central and have questions or need help navigating the process, feel free to get in touch with me directly too. Always happy to support new local traders!
#CreweCentral #SupportLocal #CreweMarketHall #NewBeginnings
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🐣 Easter fun continues in Crewe!
We’re really pleased to see some brilliant local events happening over the Easter break – perfect for families looking for something fun and free to do!
🎨 Don’t miss the Easter Crafts at Crewe Market Hall
📅 Wednesday 16th April
🕚 11am – 3pm
Free craft sessions and plenty of Easter cheer for the kids!
Let’s keep supporting these fantastic community activities – and if you’re heading down, we’d love to see your photos in the comments! 📸🌼
#CreweCentral #EasterInCrewe #CreweEvents #FamilyFun #CreweMarketHall #QueensParkCrewe #CllrRogerMorris
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚨 FLY-TIPPING OUTRAGE IN CREWE CENTRAL 🚨
We’re appalled to see a mountain of building waste dumped illegally on St Paul’s Street, right next to Jubilee Gardens in the heart of Crewe.
This isn’t just a disgrace — it’s dangerous. It’s blocking the pavement and part of the road, putting people at risk. 🧱🚧
🔎 Someone must know who did this.
📢 If you witnessed anything or have any information, please come forward.
📲 Report it online:
👉 fixmystreet.cheshireeast.gov.uk/
📞 Large amount? Call the Environment Agency: 03708 506 506
🔐 Want to stay anonymous? Call Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111
Let’s stand up for our neighbourhood. Crewe Central deserves better. 💪 It’s not a dumping ground.
#CreweCentral #FlyTipping #CleanCrewe #ReportIt #StopFlyTipping #CommunitySafety 🚫
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🐣 LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO THIS SATURDAY WITH THE KIDS? 🐰🚲
Crewe Police and partners are hosting a brilliant family event this Saturday (12th April) at Queens Park – the Policeaster Bunny Bike Safety Trail is back!
🥚 222 FREE Easter Eggs are up for grabs for local children who complete the trail – first come, first served!
🕚 Time: 11am–2pm (last entry 1:30pm)
📍 Start: Outside Taste for Life Café, Queens Park
🚴♂️ Bring your bike – or walk the trail – and learn how to stay safe on two wheels!
The trail includes fun checkpoints based on Bikeability UK guidance, plus: ✅ Free Bike MOTs with Bike Mechanix
✅ Meet the Policeaster Bunny
✅ Info from the Bikeability Team, Cheshire Fire, and more!
A great opportunity for some Easter fun and a safety boost for young cyclists.
Please share with any local families, friends or school groups who might enjoy it.
#CreweCentral #BikeSafety #QueensParkCrewe #FamilyFun #PoliceasterBunny #CrewePolice #PCSOJolley22582
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚧 POTHOLES PATCHED ON WEST STREET! 🛠️
Thanks to a resident report from David Simcox – Crewe, several dangerous potholes on West Street have now been repaired.
These defects posed a risk to both pedestrians and vehicles, so we’re pleased to see Cheshire East Council responded quickly and carried out the work.
✅ We’ll continue keeping a close eye on the condition of local roads to ensure long-term improvements, not just temporary fixes.
If you spot any further issues in Crewe Central, please get in touch with myself or David Simcox – Crewe.
#CreweCentral #CllrRogerMorris #CommunityAction #RoadSafety #workingforyou
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚦 UPDATE – Traffic Lights Restored at West Street / Hightown / Broad Street Junction 🚦
Thank you to residents who reported the traffic light failure at the junction of West Street, Hightown and Broad Street yesterday.
📝 Reports were logged via FixMyStreet (Refs: 7406773, 7407161, 7407362), confirming a complete signal outage — including pedestrian crossings by the church and ASDA.
✅ I’m pleased to confirm that Cheshire East Council resolved the issue early this morning, with work marked as completed and the state changed to "Fixed" at 08:05.
As your local councillor, I monitor all FixMyStreet reports in Crewe Central and act on them promptly to ensure residents’ concerns are addressed.
If you spot an issue in the area, please do continue to report it — and feel free to message me directly if it’s urgent.
#CreweCentral #FixMyStreet #CheshireEast #RoadSafety #CreweUpdates #CllrRogerMorris #CommunityFirst
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
Last night, I visited Meredith Street with David Simcox – Crewe to meet with Matthew Latham and his colleague from the Neighbourhood Watch scheme 👮♂️, along with Dave from Crewe Clean Team ♻️.
The work Crewe Clean Team does across our town, supported by a large number of volunteers 🙌, is nothing short of amazing 👏.
We discussed a number of ongoing issues that residents have been raising for some time – including broken fencing that Assured Housing has still not acted on 🧱, an abandoned trailer and pizza cart 🚛🍕, and wider problems in alleyways such as fly-tipping 🚯 and damaged alleyway gates 🚪.
Matthew showed us one of the alleyways that had recently been cleaned with the help of Dave and the Clean Team 🧹 – a great example of community pride in action. But it also highlighted how fly-tipping, safety concerns, and bins left on pavements 🗑️ are making things worse for residents.
We also spoke about Cheshire East Council’s plans to introduce fines 💷 under a borough-wide Section 46 notice. This means residents could face Fixed Penalty Notices for leaving bins out too early or too late. I don’t want to see any of our residents fined – I want to work with the community to fix these issues together 🤝.
It’s always encouraging to meet residents who genuinely care about their street and want to make a difference 💪. That’s exactly what David Simcox – Crewe and I are here to support.
📩 If you live locally and are experiencing any of these issues, get in touch – I’m here to help.
#CreweCentral #StrongerTogether #CreweCleanTeam #NeighbourhoodWatch #CommunityMatters #KeepCreweTidy #ListeningAndActing #WorkingTogether #FixFlyTipping #SaferStreets #CreweCares #BinFines #SupportNotFines
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
👋 Out and about in Crewe Central this evening!
I’ll be meeting with our local Neighbourhood Watch coordinator to talk through some of the key issues affecting residents in the area.
📍 Meredith Street / corner of Oakley Street
🕕 6pm tonight
If you’ve got a few minutes and something on your mind—whether it’s safety, anti-social behaviour, or anything else—pop down and say hello. I’m always happy to listen and help where I can.
#CreweCentral #NeighbourhoodWatch #OutAndAbout #ListeningToResidents #YourVoiceMatters #SaferStreets #CreweCommunity #LocalAction #CommunityMatters #Crewe
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
👋 If you’re in Crewe today with the kids, check this out!
🎨📚 Free activities at Crewe Library and CreweCreates ArtSpace — no booking needed.
Great to see Crewe Town Council putting on events that bring families together this Easter 🐣
#CreweCentral #SpringFestivalOfFun #CommunityInAction
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
Crewe Central Ward – Roger Morris
🚨 Burglary Alert – Ford Lane Area 🚨
On Sunday 30th March at 4:50am, entry was made via the roof of a property in the Ford Lane area. Nothing was stolen and the intruder made off.
Please take this as a reminder to review your home security: 🔒 Check that doors and windows are locked
🌙 Ensure outside lighting is working
🚪 Secure garden gates, sheds, and garages
For advice on protecting your home, visit:
👉 orlo.uk/R8Wa7
If you see any suspicious vehicles or individuals, please report it by calling 101.
—
Cllr Roger Morris & David Simcox
#CommunitySafety #CreweCentral #StaySafe #NeighbourhoodWatch