This week in Westminster…Good news on the economy Monday, 13 May, 2024 Last week, new figures showed that the UK economy has turned a corner. Following a difficult few years spent grappling with the global effects of Covid-19 and Putin's war in Ukraine, latest figures now show that the UK economy is growing at the fastest rate in two years. Growth in the early part of the year was led by services - which includes sectors such as hospitality, arts and entertainment -... Opinions
Meeting local people at my latest Town Hall event in Arlesey 9th February 2024 It was great to meet residents in Arlesey at the village hall on Friday evening. A really productive discussion - with lots of issues for me to take away. One... Local News
Joining in the Be Internet Citizens workshops at Hitchin Girls’ School 9th February 2024 On Friday I was at Hitchin Girls' School as part of their Be Internet Citizens workshops today. It is vitally important that young people are given the tools... Local News
Hearing from apprentices at the Treasury in National Apprenticeship Week 8th February 2024 For National Apprenticeship Week, I also joined my Treasury colleague Nigel Huddleston MP to meet apprentices from the Treasury and HMRC and hear about their... Westminster News
Hosting constituents on my latest tour of Parliament 8th February 2024 It is always a privilege to be able to open up Parliament to you. Yesterday evening I thoroughly enjoyed hosting another group of constituents for one of my... Westminster News
Welcoming good funding news for a local charity! 8th February 2024 Just before Christmas I visited the Sadie Centre near Hitchin. This week I was delighted to hear that they have received grant funding towards their work... Local News
Offering my support to Rothamsted Research in Harpenden over funding concerns 8th February 2024 Rothamsted Research is a major employer in Harpenden. Like many of you, I was alarmed to read reports in the media of funding challenges at Rothamsted. I have... Local News
Meeting local apprentice Jordan at a Hospitality Apprenticeship Showcase 7th February 2024 Apprenticeships provide great opportunities for people to learn and earn and I'm determined to create as many as possible locally. On Wednesday, it was great to... Westminster News
Pushing for extra parking in the proposed development at Harpenden Station 7th February 2024 The proposed development at Harpenden Station continues to cause concern for local residents. This week my team met with the developers to take a look at the... Local News
Good news! More progress on rolling out gigabit broadband in Hitchin, Harpenden and the villages 7th February 2024 A good internet connection is more important than ever. That’s why I’m delighted that our efforts to deliver better broadband are paying off, with 1,000 more... Local News