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
I want to see more banking hubs open across our part of Devon 11th April 2024 It’s brilliant to see Sidmouth's Banking Hub open. Staff from banks we haven’t seen in town for years are now available face-to-face. Sidmouth’s Banking Hub... Local News
Fire at Poltimore House 10th April 2024 Very sad news about the fire at Poltimore House and Grounds . It is a special place supported by selfless trustees & volunteers. I have spoken to the owner of... Local News
Weekly column: Working with local communities to get banking hubs for our part of Devon 9th April 2024 Sidmouth's Banking Hub is now open! Ahead of the official ribbon cutting, I popped into Sidmouth’s Banking Hub to catch up with the new manager, Janet, and meet... Local News
Meeting with Chair of the Environment Agency 8th April 2024 Since last May’s flash floods, I have been working with the government to secure extra investment into flood management schemes in East Devon. My pleas were... Local News
Simon Jupp MP officially opens Sidmouth Banking Hub 5th April 2024 Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, officially opened Sidmouth’s new banking hub on the 5th of April following his dedicated campaign to save access to banking... Local News
Officially opening Sidmouth's Banking Hub 5th April 2024 I was chuffed to be asked to cut the ribbon on Sidmouth’s new banking hub today. Following a dedicated campaign and a great team effort from all those involved... Local News
Visiting Fortis Clothing near Axminster 4th April 2024 Contender for best socks ever? Devon is home to people with real talent building brilliant businesses. Fortis Clothing invited me along to their successful... Local News
Visiting the new cafe at Dalwood's village shop 3rd April 2024 I love Dalwood. It’s a beautiful village nestled in the Blackdown Hills. Their community shop down the road from The Tuckers Arms, Dalwood is superb. I popped... Local News
Weekly column: Men’s Sheds are saving lives 3rd April 2024 For many, being in good company is key to being happy. Spending that meaningful time with family or friends to have a laugh and forget any worries, or to talk... Local News