We’ve been working hard to secure the investment our communities need. That’s why this week I am delighted that we have seen new investment confirmed to roll-out more electric vehicle chargepoints and to improve our local pools and leisure centres.
As we know, the economy isn't just about big, abstract numbers and international competitiveness - small businesses and working people feel changes in our economy most acutely, and I'm proud to belong to a Government which works to make our economy deliver for those groups.
This week we had the good news that £211k from the Swimming Pools Support Fund is being invested at Hitchin Outdoor Pool and Harpenden Leisure Centre in our constituency. I look forward to see the difference this makes.
Your views shape my work for our communities. On Saturday I was out and about again with my team knocking on doors to meet you and hear directly about your priorities. Thank you to everyone who spoke to me - lots of productive conversations about the future of our communities.
Our villages all have unique characters and local concerns. On Friday I met with representatives from Lilley Parish Council to discuss the support that Lilley’s community needs and how we can work together to deliver for residents.
It is so important that young people engage in politics. On Friday I visited Hitchin Boys’ School to answer questions from pupils on politics. I was also pleased to meet their school F1 Team - find out how you can support them here.
The rural economy is key to our local communities. On Friday I visited a farm equipment business in Wandon End to discuss local business support and how we can continue to make our area a great place to do business.
Charging infrastructure is one of the biggest barriers for many in purchasing an electric vehicle. That’s why it is great news that Hertfordshire will get nearly £7m of investment to roll-out more local chargepoints - I’ll be fighting to get our fair share.
