Amidst the Christmas lunch, mince pies and time with our families, the break allows us the chance to reflect on the year that has passed.  As we move towards the New Year, I’d like to take this opportunity to look forward to what 2018 might bring for the Forest of Dean and the country.

Yesterday, I was delighted to welcome to Parliament a group of Year 6 pupils from St White's Primary School in Cinderford.

Yesterday, I was delighted to welcome to Parliament a group of Year 6 pupils from Lydney Church of England Community School. 

I enjoyed visiting Dene Magna School in Mitcheldean last week for the opening of their brand new Maths block.

In the picture, I am with the Maths teaching team and afterwards I caught up with the Head Teacher, Stephen Brady (1st on the left in the picture) for an interesting meeting.