Meeting with Ofwat Wednesday, 1 May, 2024 Water company regulators are using the full force of the laws I voted for to protect our stunning coastline, rivers, and streams in Devon. I met Ofwat's Director of Enforcement to discuss their ongoing investigation into South West Water's pollution incidents along the East Devon coast. I have made it clear that every option should be on the table for enforcement action against South West Water... 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
Visiting Otter Brewery 20th January 2024 “Beer’s in the DNA.” Nope, not me – that’s Otter Brewery. Otter Brewery’s journey began 30 years ago in the heart of the Blackdown Hills with Mary Ann and David... Local News
Supporting our local fishing industry 19th January 2024 Everybody loves fish and chips on a Friday. Devon’s local pubs and their brilliant chefs cook up some of the best in the business, including at The Kingfisher... Local News
East Devon’s MP secures commitment from NHS Devon to review funding for hospice services 18th January 2024 East Devon’s MP secures commitment from NHS Devon to review funding for hospice services East Devon’s MP, Simon Jupp, secured and led a debate in Parliament on... Local News
My speech in Parliament calling for fairer hospice funding in Devon 18th January 2024 "I am delighted to have secured today’s important Adjournment debate on hospice funding in Devon. I welcome the Minister and colleagues to the debate. A few... Local News