Local Elections: A Moment for Reflection Wednesday, 13 May, 2026 Last Thursday's local elections delivered a significant verdict both in Exeter and right across the United Kingdon. Labour had controlled Exeter City Council for 14 years. Last Thursday, voters ended that. The Greens made the largest gains on the night, picking up seats across the city, while Reform UK and the Liberal Democrats also won new ground. The Conservatives lost seats too, and I am not... ArticlesOpinions
Government Forced into Action on Phones in Schools and Social Media for Under 16s 6th May 2026 For too long, the Government has dragged its feet on one of the most pressing issues facing families and our young people today. Following sustained pressure... ArticlesOpinions
Britain Must Enforce Its Own Red Lines: Russia and the Shadow Fleet 30th April 2026 As part of the Shadow Defence team, much of my work in Westminster is spent on defence and security. The shadow fleet is one of them, and it came back into... ArticlesOpinions
We Should be Supporting our Local Independent Businesses 22nd April 2026 Earlier this month, I brought together local business owners from across Exmouth and Exeter East for a roundtable. I wanted to hear directly from those running... ArticlesOpinions
Mobile Phones In Schools 21st April 2026 Following sustained pressure from Conservative colleagues, teachers and parents, the Government has now been forced to U-turn again. The Government is now set... Articles
Major NHS Funding Secured For Exmouth & Exeter East 16th April 2026 I’m pleased to see the Department for Health and Social Care allocating significant new funding to local NHS services, including investment in the Nightingale... ArticlesLocal NewsOpinions
A379 Bridge Road Scheme in Exeter Moves Forward 8th April 2026 In September last year, I wrote to Lilian Greenwood MP, Minister for the Future of Roads, urging the Government to prioritise the A379 Bridge Road scheme in... ArticlesLocal News
Stepping in the ring at Exmouth Boxing Club 2nd April 2026 I enjoyed my visit to Exmouth Amateur Boxing Club, where I saw first-hand the positive impact the gym has on the local community. I had the chance to speak with... Local News
Our Community Deserves Clean Water and Real Change 1st April 2026 The recent Channel 4 real-life drama Dirty Business has shone a national spotlight on deep problems within the water industry, exposing how weak oversight and... Opinions
Visit to Cross Fit Pi 31st March 2026 I visited CrossFit Pi and spent time speaking with the team about the realities facing small businesses, particularly the rising costs many are currently... Local News
