Weekly column: Meeting with the Education Secretary to discuss better school buildings in East Devon Tuesday, 26 March, 2024 Pupils in East Devon deserve a world-class education. Their teachers work hard to deliver just that. Facilities should be top-notch, too. We can all remember the temporary classrooms built to help schools cope with growing classroom sizes. Sadly, some of these remain, and many are past their best. Last week, I met the Secretary of State for Education Gillian Keegan to talk about three East Devon... Local News
Meeting secured with Education Secretary to discuss Tipton St John Primary School 11th December 2023 This Conservative government will fund a state-of-the-art rebuild of Tipton St John Primary School away from its current flood-prone site. The Education... Local News
Consultation open for Sidford to Sidbury cycling and walking route 11th December 2023 A dedicated cycling & walking route connecting Sidford and Sidbury is a great opportunity to travel sustainably and enjoy our beautiful countryside. You can... Local News
Issues with postal deliveries across East Devon 8th December 2023 As we head towards Christmas, I am aware of significant issues with postal deliveries across East Devon. Our great local posties are doing what they can, and I... Local News
Consultation evening for multi-million-pound improvement plans for Exmouth 8th December 2023 A public consultation on multi-million-pound improvements plans for Exmouth is open until January 5th. It was a pleasure to join David Reed , Exmouth’s hard... Local News
I've asked the Environment Agency to take urgent action on the collapsed footpath in Ottery St Mary 7th December 2023 This afternoon, I made a site visit to assess the damage to the collapsed pathway by the River Otter near Otter Mill. Due to a fallen tree, Coleridge Bridge is... Local News
Weekly column: The surge in holiday homes and second homes is pricing local people out of the market 6th December 2023 I am proud to represent East Devon. Without question, our area is a desirable place to live! Many people visit and immediately fall in love with the place. They... Local News
I've asked South West Water & the Environment Agency to investigate potentially illegal sewage spills 6th December 2023 I have been informed by the Environment Agency about potentially illegal sewage spills in East Devon by South West Water. I asked their CEO to present a clear... Local News
Another successful advice surgery in Exmouth 4th December 2023 We battled the frost with a brew (spot my trusty Exmouth Museum mug) during my regular advice surgery in Exmouth on Friday. I provided support on a variety of... Local News
Visit to The Wildings in Talaton 1st December 2023 For some young people in Devon with SEND, they may need a bit of extra support to reach their full potential. The Wildings in Talaton is a brilliant independent... Local News