General Election 2024 Friday, 5 July, 2024 It has been a great honour to serve as the Forest of Dean’s Member of Parliament for the last 19 years. Although I am disappointed to have missed out by just 279 votes at this General Election, it has been a respectful campaign and I would like to put on record my thanks to my campaign team and my members of staff for all of their help and support. I would also like to take this opportunity to... Local News
Defending Britain 1st May 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... Articles
New £23 million contract signed to boost broadband coverage in the Forest of Dean 29th April 2024 I am pleased to hear that following a competitive procurement process, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has recently signed a £23 million... Local News
Cinderford RFC vs Bishop’s Stortford 27th April 2024 It was an enormous pleasure to have been asked to attend Cinderford RFC last game of the season against Bishop’s Stortford. I was invited to the club by Mr Paul... Local News
Broadwell Crossroads Update 26th April 2024 I have been contacted by a number of constituents about the safety of Broadwell Crossroads, following two road traffic collisions (RTC) in the last few weeks. I... Local News
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
My position on the Tobacco and Vapes Bill 24th April 2024 As many will be aware, last Tuesday the Tobacco and Vapes Bill received its second reading in Parliament and was voted on by MPs. The Bill will make it an... Articles
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
Chris Nelson’s record of delivery for Gloucestershire 17th April 2024 As many of my constituents will be aware, the election for Gloucestershire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) will be taking place on the 2nd May... Articles
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