Ineos Inovyn agrees deal to acquire Vynova Runcorn in administration
Runcorn and Widnes World · 25 August 2026
Sarah welcomed the agreement, saying it would bring reassurance to the workforce, secure local jobs and strengthen the future of strategically important operations in Runcorn.
MP visits Runcorn water treatment technology company Arvia
Runcorn and Widnes World · 10 August 2026
Runcorn MP Sarah Pochin has visited Arvia Technology to learn how its innovative water treatment systems are tackling pollution and forever chemicals.
MP slams ‘pass the parcel’ blame over ‘unfair’ Mersey crossing tolls
Runcorn and Widnes World · 20 July 2026
Sarah Pochin MP has accused the Government and Halton Borough Council of “playing pass the parcel” over unfair Mersey crossing tolls. She highlighted the impact on businesses south of the Mersey and pledged to continue fighting for a fair deal.
Living next to Runcorn waste incinerator ‘damaging people’s health’
Runcorn and Widnes World · 19 July 2026
Sarah Pochin raised the concerns of residents living near Runcorn’s Viridor plant during a Westminster debate, warning of the effects on their physical and mental health.
Sarah Pochin MP calls for new Runcorn skills and apprenticeship hub
Runcorn and Widnes World · 9 July 2026
Sarah used a Parliamentary debate to call for a new skills and apprenticeship hub, improving further-education opportunities for young people in Runcorn.
Sarah Pochin says firms are being ‘unfairly penalised by tax’
Runcorn and Widnes World · 7 July 2026
Sarah called for rapid action to support businesses affected by extended producer responsibility tax, including a 75 per cent reduction.
Runcorn MP Sarah Pochin speaks on mum’s forced adoption
Runcorn and Widnes World · 3 July 2026
Sarah spoke publicly about her mother being forced to give up a baby for adoption and the difficulty she later faced finding her brother.
MP action call to solve odour issue at Viridor site in Runcorn
Runcorn and Widnes World · 10 June 2026
Sarah contacted the Environment Agency over odour problems at the Viridor site following complaints from neighbouring residents.
Residents invited to share views on Runcorn Old Town banking hub
Runcorn and Widnes World · 6 June 2026
Sarah invited residents to share whether they would support a banking hub in Runcorn Old Town, offering face-to-face services from major banks.
MP questions need for five Turkish barber shops in Runcorn Old Town
Runcorn and Widnes World · 4 June 2026
Sarah Pochin questioned the need for five Turkish barber shops within a short walk of each other in Runcorn Old Town, describing the rapid growth of such businesses as a worrying trend.
Runcorn MP calls for meeting over Vynova ‘uncertain future’
Runcorn and Widnes World · 26 May 2026
Sarah called for a meeting with a Government minister after raising Vynova’s uncertain future and the risk to local jobs in Parliament.
Bridge tolls stunting DHL Runcorn business expansion says MP
Runcorn and Widnes World · 23 May 2026
Sarah told Parliament that Mersey bridge tolls were hampering DHL’s expansion plans in Runcorn and continued her call for fairer support for local businesses.
Runcorn MP Sarah Pochin protests against Halton bridge tolls
Runcorn and Widnes World · 6 May 2026
Sarah joined a protest against Halton bridge tolls as part of her campaign for fairer charges and support for local businesses.
Runcorn MP brands Cheshire police crime commissioner a ‘failure’
Runcorn and Widnes World · 15 November 2025
Sarah criticised Cheshire’s police and crime commissioner during a House of Commons debate on police reform.