It's clear we must listen to the message sent to us by voters 19th May 2023 My last column was written whilst I was out delivering voting reminders on polling day. It was lovely to meet so many people and discuss matters of importance... Articles
To all those stepping into new roles - good luck in your endeavours 5th May 2023 This weekend, most of us will be witnessing an event we’ve never seen before, the Coronation of our monarch. You’d have to be over 70 years old to remember the... Articles
I'm working across Government rather than burning bridges 21st April 2023 In my last column I wrote about the government’s proposal to house asylum seekers at the Northeye site in Bexhill. At that point, the news was still very new... Articles
Time to take a look back on a year of change in Westminster 30th December 2022 As we prepare to usher out the year, here is a recap of the political events which have delivered a year of extraordinary turbulence and change. The year... Articles
Snow brings out the best in people and worst in water utility 16th December 2022 Winter has announced its arrival. Unexpectedly heavy snowfall last Sunday resulted in many people getting stuck on our local roads. Having had to do a return... Articles
Remember those who gave their lives 18th November 2022 Over the last week, I have had the honour of attending Remembrance Services to pay my respect to those who served their country. So many in our community made... Articles
I hope for calm from the drama that is gripping Westminster 21st October 2022 The difficulty with Parliament is that it crams in a week of drama into one day. This is not a good way of working. It does not bring the best out of... Articles
Both election candidates are good but Rishi gets my backing 29th July 2022 Conservative MPs have whittled down the leadership contenders to two; Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak. It is now for the members of the Conservative Party to... Articles
Boris doesn't seem capable of working like most Chief Executives 15th July 2022 In my 7 years in Parliament, last week was one of the most turbulent. It ended with the Prime Minister resigning. We are currently in the midst of selecting his... Articles