Education Secretary visits Tipton St John Primary School Tuesday, 23 April, 2024 It was fantastic to bring the Education Secretary to Tipton St John Primary School last Friday. We had a positive discussion on the school’s future away from its current flood-prone site with teachers and governors. The government has given the school’s rebuild priority status as part of the multi-billion-pound School Rebuilding Programme. I wanted the school to remain in the village, but without... Local News
Weekly column: I’m standing up for East Devon’s pubs, hotels and cafes 21st November 2023 Whether it’s having a drink with friends at a local pub, enjoying delicious Devon produce at your favourite restaurant, or resting up in a comfy seaside hotel... Local News
Supporting our defence jobs in the South West 20th November 2023 The great South West is home to cutting-edge defence companies like Supacat , who make military vehicles for our armed forces including the Jackal 3. Many of... Local News
Major donation from Omaze to FORCE Cancer Charity at Ottery St Mary Hospital 20th November 2023 The best care is normally the care we receive closest to home and around our loved ones. Community hospitals are key and I'll always fight to protect our local... Local News
Opening new dedicated Conservative campaign HQ in Honiton 17th November 2023 Home is where the heart is, and I am proud to be standing for where I live in the new Honiton and Sidmouth constituency at the next general election. I was... Local News
Simon Jupp MP welcomes extra funding to repair roads in Devon 17th November 2023 Simon Jupp, Member of Parliament for East Devon, has welcomed an extra £6.6 million of highways maintenance funding announced by the Transport Secretary, Mark... Local News
Congratulations to The Globe in Topsham on its sustainability award 16th November 2023 Another day, another award-winning Devon business! A massive congratulations to The Glove in Topsham for winning the British Institute of Innkeeping’s... Local News
Calling for the Chancellor to take action on business rates for hospitality sector 16th November 2023 Our local pubs, restaurants, cafes, and hotels will help us celebrate the festive season with brilliant food, drink, atmosphere, and service. But after facing a... Local News
It's wrong that criminals profit from dangerous and illegal small boat crossings 15th November 2023 I believe it is fundamentally wrong that criminal gangs profit from risking the lives of people who try to come into our country illegally. That’s why stopping... Local News
Weekly column: Criminal justice placed at the heart of the King’s Speech 15th November 2023 It is not every day that royalty visits your workplace. Last week was a big occasion for Parliament and our country. HM King Charles delivered the first King’s... Local News