Support my campaign to protect library provision across Exmouth and Exeter East Friday, 13 February, 2026 Our local libraries are used every day by people of all ages, for reading and learning, internet access, and community support. Devon County Council’s Liberal Democrat administration is proposing major cuts to opening hours at libraries including Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth, Topsham, Pinhoe and Clyst Vale. In some places, the reductions are so severe that libraries could be open for only a handful... Articles
National Apprenticeship Week 2026 9th February 2026 Apprenticeships change lives. They give people the chance to earn while they learn, gain real skills, and build a career with confidence. Britain has huge... Articles
Formula One Technology Drives WiFi Revolution on GWR 6th February 2026 Last November, I was at Paddington Station for the launch of GWR’s enhanced WiFi pilot train, powered by Formula One technology - a long-overdue upgrade to... Articles
Backing Jobs and Defence in the South West 6th February 2026 I visited Babcock in Plymouth today with James Cartlidge, Shadow Defence Secretary, to see first-hand the scale of defence work being delivered here in the... Articles
I’ve Written to Ministers Urging a Pause on the Exeter Port Authority Harbour Revision Order 5th February 2026 Today I’ve written to ministers in Westminster about the ongoing Exeter Port Authority Harbour Revision Order. I remain concerned about the prospect of the... Articles
Standing up for Local Businesses Against Rising Business Rates 2nd February 2026 The past few years have been exceptionally tough for high street businesses, with rising costs and uncertain trading conditions placing many under severe... ArticlesOpinions
Visit to LV= in Exeter 30th January 2026 I visited LV= in Exeter recently and met with CEO David Hyman and his team. It was fantastic to speak to so many local people who work there and to hear about... Articles
Welcoming the UK Commando Force to Westminster 28th January 2026 I was pleased to attend the UK Commando Force showcase in Speaker’s Court last week and to meet with the Royal Marines alongside colleagues from the Shadow... ArticlesWestminster News
Why I Support a Ban on Social Media for Under 16s 28th January 2026 Children in Britain are spending hours each day online, and new evidence suggests that as many as 70% are being exposed to videos showing real life violence... Opinions
BBC Radio Devon Interview 23rd January 2026 I enjoyed being on BBC Radio Devon this morning with Caroline Densley. We talked about issues including the recent World War 2 bomb in Exmouth, sewage, house... Local News
