September Update
I was sorry to leave the Government in the recent reshuffle. I have enjoyed the 18 months I spent as Minister for Media and Data. During that time, I was privileged to take part in some of the discussions and decision-making of the Covid Operations Committee. I also led the work on the forthcoming reforms […]
Visit to Creeksea House
Last week John visited Creeksea House in Burnham-On-Crouch, to learn more about how Historic England has helped to keep historic buildings like Creeksea going despite the challenges the pandemic has brought. During his visit, John was joined by Maldon District and Essex County Councillor Jane Fleming, alongside Historic England’s Chief Executive Duncan Wilson and Heritage at […]
Climate Change
The UK has a proud record on climate action, being the first major economy to legislate to achieve net zero by 2050. I welcome the Prime Minister’s Ten Point Plan which will allow the UK to forge ahead in eradicating the UK’s contribution to climate change. As included in the plan, the UK will produce […]
National Bus Strategy
As we recover from this pandemic, it is right that we create better, greener, and more accessible bus services for all. Everyone deserves to have access to cheap, reliable and quick bus journeys. That is why I am pleased that the Government has made better buses a central focus for levelling up and building back […]
UK Parliament Week 2021
UK Parliament Week (UKPW) is a celebration of people power. UK Parliament Week is coming up in November, and is an excellent opportunity to learn more about our political system here in the UK. Last year, almost a million people took part in UK Parliament Week Activities, over every region of the UK and in […]
E Scooters and concerns for visually impaired
The Department for Transport (DfT) is running a series of electric scooter trials in select areas across the country. The trials will run for twelve months, allowing the Government to investigate the true benefits and costs of electric scooters. E-scooters could ease the burden on the transport network and, in light of the Coronavirus, help […]
Environmental Impact of HS2
I have received many emails from constituents who are worried about the environmental impact of HS2. However, it is the case that HS2 will play an important role in the UK’s transition to a net-zero carbon economy by 2050. I understand that HS2 will offer some of the lowest carbon emissions per passenger km, seven […]
9,000 affordable new homes in the East of England
This week the government announced £8.6 billion of funding for our Affordable Homes Programme, which will help build more good-quality affordable housing and create jobs across the country as we build back better. The total £8.6 billion investment across England will help to build 119,000 new affordable homes, including 57,000 for ownership, 29,600 for social […]
August Update
Although Parliament has been in recess since July, my work has continued as normal during what has been a very busy month. I am sure that many will have been saddened by President Biden’s decision to withdraw American forces from Afghanistan, and Parliament was recalled on 18 August for a special session to debate the […]
Primrose Meadow
I am very much aware that Primrose Meadow is valued by many in the community and shares your concern about reports that it could be used for housing. I believe that the Meadow currently provides a much needed green space in the town and, while there may be a case for a community facility there, on […]