MP for Bridgwater and West Somerset
This has been my first full week back at Westminster since the General election - and already a busy one. With a Conservative Government and an array of new ministers I see it as an important part of my job to put the case for local issues … [Read more...] about My Westminster week
If your phone rings and the caller claims to be from the local council (or the county council or the NHS) you have every right to be a cautious. Politely ask for their name and telephone number. Unfortunately not everyone is honest. … [Read more...] about Bogus callers
Watchet is a wonderful place, though in need of regular TLC. Thankfully Watchet has more than its fair share of forward thinking citizens with imaginative ideas. When glitzy plans for an "Urban Splash" development bit the dust the town's … [Read more...] about Help to make a Splash
Dementia affects tens of thousands of people. There can be few of us who do not know a victim. Much has been - and continues to be - done, to research treatments and discover possible long-term cures. Awareness week is an annual event that … [Read more...] about Dementia Awareness Week
Last Friday morning the votes were finally counted and, in addition to returning a majority Conservative government, the people of Bridgwater and West Somerset sent me back to Westminster. I am enormously proud and very grateful indeed to … [Read more...] about Thank you for supporting me