Meeting with Network Rail & GWR to discuss Cullompton railway station Wednesday, 15 May, 2024 Cullompton’s new railway station will boost Devon’s economy and improve transport connectivity. I recently met with Network Rail and GWR to discuss the station’s design plans and construction. I’ll continue to work with the local community, Cllr. John Berry and the Transport Secretary to deliver this major government investment ASAP. Local News
Championing Devon's teachers with Education Secretary 10th November 2023 Devon is home to great teachers who give young people the best start in life. John Laramy CBE is a prime example and the inspiring Principal of Exeter College... Local News
Celebrating the hospitality industry 9th 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
Planting a cross on behalf of East Devon in Parliament's Garden of Remembrance 8th November 2023 On behalf of the people of East Devon, I planted a cross in Parliament's Garden of Remembrance today. We will remember them. Local News
Weekly column: We owe deepest thanks to those involved in Storm Ciarán clean up 8th November 2023 Being back home in Sidmouth last week, I know how hard Storm Ciarán hit our part of Devon. Whilst I’ve been directly supporting those needing extra help, a... Local News
Simon Jupp MP calls for Boots to reconsider plans to close Sidmouth’s Woolbrook Pharmacy 8th November 2023 Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, has written to Sebastian James, Managing Director of Boots UK, with a request for the company to reconsider its plans to close... Local News
Welcoming the first King's Speech in 70 years 7th November 2023 It’s not every day that royalty visits your workplace! Today was a big day for both Parliament and our country's history as HM King Charles delivered the first... Local News
Meeting with local business carrying out flood-hit home repairs 6th November 2023 I know how hard the bad weather has hit the homes and lives of local people this year. We had the recent storm but back in May, some people in our part of Devon... Local News
Weather warning for Bonfire Night 3rd November 2023 Being back home in Sidmouth this week, I know how hard Storm Ciarán has hit our part of Devon. Whilst I’ve been directly supporting those needing extra help... Local News
A new edition of my newsletter is out now! 2nd November 2023 Click the link below to find out more about ticket offices, local community hospitals, a new school to replace Tipton St John Primary, banking hubs in Sidmouth... Local News