In My View - Train Strikes Thursday, 23 June, 2022 We have such a rich history here in South Somerset that we should embrace, especially with the school summer holidays coming up and to support local businesses. Last week Iain Duncan Smith joined me on a visit to West Coker and Dawe’s Twine Works - a great example of local community volunteering to preserve the unique industrial heritage of our area. Iain’s wife is a descendant of Captain... Articles
Armed Forces Day Saturday 25th June 22nd June 2022 This Saturday (25th June) marks our Armed Forces Day and ARK Open Day, taking place at Egwood CIC, from 10:30am - 4pm. I really do encourage as many people as... Articles
In My View - Raising Awareness 16th June 2022 In addition to the big stories in Parliament this week there are some positive and interesting initiatives happening to raise awareness of issues that affect... Articles
Information 16th June 2022 https://www.southwesternrailway.com/plan-my-journey/industrial-action Local News
Local news 14th June 2022 https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/somerset-pub-genuinely-local-pr… Local News
New Government Food Strategy to Deliver on Healthier Diets For All 13th June 2022 This strategy will help ensure we deliver our ambition for a prosperous agri-food sector, and that healthier and more sustainable diets can be achieved by all... Articles
In My View - The Jubilee and Looking Forward 9th June 2022 After far too long a period of challenge and division in or country, with the benefit of hindsight it seems obvious that we all needed Her Majesty the Queen to... Articles
In My View - The Platinum Jubilee 2nd June 2022 In the weeks before my friend’s wedding the rain poured for days on end. Then, as the happy couple emerged from the church, bright shafts of light sparkled... Articles
Have Your Say on Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans 20th May 2022 Travel Somerset have launched a website where everyone can submit their views on the future of transport within their communities and influence transport... Articles
In My View - The Cost of Living 19th May 2022 On Tuesday I spoke in the Queen’s Speech debate in the House of Commons about the cost of living and rising costs. These will be incredibly important issues in... Articles
