Defending Britain Wednesday, 1 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 people safe. Today, they do so in an international environment that is steadily deteriorating. We are seeing more instability, happening more quickly, in more places at once. Russia’s abhorrent war of aggression in Ukraine continues. And... Articles
Update: Stagecoach Services in the Forest of Dean 30th November 2022 Over the last few weeks, I have been contacted by several of my constituents regarding changes to the Stagecoach service in the Forest of Dean. I know that... Local News
Farm visit and the Farming Innovation Programme 25th November 2022 A hugely important part of my job as the Forest’s local MP is to look out for and engage with our farming community. I had a very informative and useful visit... Local News
The Autumn Statement 23rd November 2022 Last Thursday, the Chancellor set out his Autumn Statement and the Government’s plan to restore economic stability, protect key public services, help control... Westminster News
New Government funding for Cinderford’s Artspace and Gloucestershire’s libraries 16th November 2022 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport and Arts Council England have just announced their 2023 – 2026 Investment programme which will see 990 organisations... Articles
Remembrance 2022 11th November 2022 On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month I observed a two-minute silence before laying a wreath at the Cinderford War Memorial. On this Armistice... Local News
Opening of the Rising Sun at Woodcroft 10th November 2022 It was my great pleasure to attend the grand opening of The Rising Sun at Woodcroft recently. It was lovely to attend the opening with local councillor, Nick... Local News
UK Infrastructure Bank 9th November 2022 The UK Infrastructure Bank Bill is currently making its way through Parliament. Launched in June 2021, the UK Infrastructure Bank is already providing... Articles
Welcoming Rishi Sunak as Prime Minister 2nd November 2022 Given recent developments, I thought that Forester readers might be interested in an update on what’s been happening at Westminster. On the 20th of October Liz... Westminster News
Hartpury University Learning Hub breaking ground 1st November 2022 It was a pleasure to attend the official breaking ground ceremony for the new £12.75M University Learning Hub at Hartpury University. This fantastic project has... Local News