UK Defence spending to reach 2.5% 25th April 2024 Every day, Britain’s armed forces are on active service around the world. They put themselves in harm’s way to defend our values and interests and keep our... Local News
Visiting Grindles Coach Depot 19th April 2024 Last week was National Coach Week. Promoted by the Road Haulage Association, this week long celebration focuses on the fantastic work of our coach industry... Local News
Pothole Update 12th April 2024 While regularly using our local roads over the last few months, it has been clear to see that there has been a big increase in the number of potholes. I... Local News
My view on the 'Glynchbrook' settlement proposal 28th March 2024 As some of my constituents will be aware a housing developer named Glynchbrook has recently put forward a proposal to create a new “village”, arguably large... Local News
English Tourism Week 2024 23rd March 2024 Coordinated by VisitEngland and taking place from Friday 15 – Sunday 24 March, English Tourism Week is an annual celebration of the tourism industry... Local News
Meeting with Highnam Parish Council 22nd March 2024 This morning I met with Cllr Charlie Coats and Cllr Nick Cook, Chair and Vice Chair of Highnam Parish Council. Amongst other issues, we discussed the recent... Local News
Visiting the Home Builders Federation’s ‘Skills Showcase’ 18th March 2024 Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Home Builders Federation’s (HBF) ‘Skills Showcase’ hosted in Parliament. The event highlighted the ongoing efforts... Local News
Responding to the Cheltenham, Gloucester and Tewkesbury Strategic Local Plan 12th March 2024 As many will know the Forest of Dean constituency contains the council ward of Highnam with Haw Bridge, which falls within the Tewkesbury Borough Council area... Local News
Spring Budget 2024 6th March 2024 The last few years have not been easy for the British economy. We have faced the legacy of Covid, war in Ukraine and the Middle East. These challenges have made... Local News