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
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
My Position on the Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy and Reconciliation Act 2023 and Remedial Order 2025 22nd January 2026 Yesterday, the Government brought the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, (Remedial) Order 2025 before the House of Commons. I... Westminster News
I Raised Concerns Over Business Rates Hitting Small Businesses 20th January 2026 Yesterday in Parliament I spoke up for small businesses here in Exmouth and Exeter East. Local independent retailers are facing steep business rates increases... Speeches in Parliament
