Leading the call for more banking hubs in our part of Devon Thursday, 25 April, 2024 I led the call for more banking hubs in our part of Devon during my debate in Parliament last night. High street banks have no excuses to completely disappear from our towns and villages. Local people – and their loyal customers - still need access to cash and face-to-face banking services. After my successful Sidmouth banking hub campaign, I'm working with local communities to try to get more... Local News
Government funding for grassroots sports in Devon 27th January 2024 We all know that high-quality sports facilities help us stay healthy. New funding from the government has awarded over £12,000 across the following local... Local News
Veterans' Minister visits Sidmouth 26th January 2024 Thank you to over 80 local supporters for attending a fundraising dinner with Johnny Mercer MP, Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, at the wonderful Victoria Hotel... Local News
Free tuition for young people in East Devon 25th January 2024 Our young people deserve the best start in life. I want them to be able to access the tools they need to succeed. It was great to meet with Sarah, CEO of Get... Local News
Aylesbeare postbox replaced 24th January 2024 After a long wait and incredible patience from the good people of Aylesbeare, I'm told the damaged postbox on the corner of Blind Lane and Village Way pictured... Local News
Weekly column: Taking action on hospice funding and NHS dentistry 24th January 2024 Last week, I took to the floor of Parliament to raise an issue close to my heart. Many of our loved ones will need the support provided by a Hospice, and yet... Local News
Fair treatment for farmers 23rd January 2024 Our farmers are at the heart of our rural economy, bringing jobs & opportunities to East Devon. They deserve fair treatment from big retailers & supermarkets... Local News
I won't rest until action is taken for St Peter's Primary School in Budleigh 23rd January 2024 Following last night's Panorama programme which featured St Peter's Primary School in Budleigh Salterton, I've written to the Education Secretary to request an... Local News
Challenging EDDC on their poor management of local cemeteries 22nd January 2024 Nature recovery has its place but we must be respectful to those we’ve lost. The situation at Sidmouth Cemetery is not acceptable. After pressure from local... Local News
Ottery St Mary's Coleridge Footbridge must be repaired as a priority 22nd January 2024 Coleridge Footbridge in Ottery St Mary can’t stay closed for the rest of the year. It’s a key piece of infrastructure that was used regularly by residents and... Local News