Local Elections: A Moment for Reflection 13th 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... 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
I am Calling for a More Joined Up Approach to Housing and Infrastructure 25th March 2026 In September last year, the Government announced proposals to build 12 new towns, including one in East Devon, Marlcombe. Following the New Towns Taskforce... ArticlesLocal NewsOpinions
Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs: The Importance of Careful Reform 4th March 2026 The Government has now set out its plans to reform the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system in England. Few issues generate more... ArticlesOpinions