Parliament is in recess now for a few weeks and despite what some may try to claim, it is certainly not a time of ‘swanning off’.

Once again there is no shortage of news from the world of politics but I would like to start with the brilliant announcement that our Armed Forces are to get a pay rise.

https://brexitcentral.com/john-f-kennedy-should-inspire-a-boris-johnson…

You can read Marcus' July Newsletter with details about some of his recent work here.

On Saturday I was lucky enough to be at the brilliant Yeovilton Air Day which showcases our aerospace industry and Armed Forces each year.

We’ve had some brilliant news for Somerset lately and it’s all come at once. Much of my work as an MP is lobbying; trying to influence Government or other agency’s decisions, usually to support the interests of South Somerset.

I am pleased to announce as I told BBC Somerset this morning, that Yeovil constituency has been selected as one of 50 areas to progress to the next stage of access to the Government’s new Future High Streets Fund, which I have lobbied for us to be part of.

Local MP Marcus Fysh’s campaign for improved safety on the Ilminster Bypass took a major step forward this week as Highways England confirmed a start date of 15th July for works on upgraded road markings and increased signage.

We have two important local consultations coming up over the summer which I would encourage residents to participate in.

Tomorrow, Friday 28th June, is National Care Home Day and I am looking forward to my visit to Grovelands in Yeovil and a meeting with Somerset Care.