MP for Bridgwater and West Somerset
It was all systems go just a week or so back when planning permission was granted for Haddon Hill's 30 metre phone mast. But suddenly the well laid plans went awry when the contractors, Arqiva, said they didn't have time to complete the … [Read more...] about Why Exmoor needs a mast
It may be only four miles from Dulverton to Hawkridge, but that's quite a hike just to get to the post office. Hawkridge used to have its own office. Sadly that was closed in 2007. But after a lot of campaigning the powers that be have … [Read more...] about Post Haste
The provisional local government finance settlement is usually announced in Parliament at the end of December - just before Christmas. A debate BEFORE this is what I am after - to highlight the unjust situation of rural councils who often … [Read more...] about A better deal for rural areas
A busy day for Energy Minister Andrea Leadsom. She was keen to view progress at the Hinkley C site and was also opening EDF's new training centre at the refurbished Cannington Court. Later she accompanied me to Sedgemoor District Council's … [Read more...] about All smiles at Hinkley
Every year it gets bigger and better. Bridgwater still leads the field when it comes to carnivals. For those who don't fancy jostling for a decent view the organisers have even arranged "corporate hospitality" this year! But, once again, I … [Read more...] about Seeing IS believing