Balancing Health Concerns and Individual Rights Friday, 19 April, 2024 The deteriorating situation in the Middle East has dominated political discussion this week. As I write this there is apprehension about the risks of escalation and everyone is urging Israel to show restraint. The US, UK and France helped to prevent any missiles reaching Israel in the attack launched by Iran so these calls should be heeded but time will tell. In Parliament, the new Tobacco and... ArticlesOpinionsWestminster News
Changing our Approach to Special Educational Needs and Disability 9th November 2023 One of the parts of being an MP that I enjoy the most is going out and visiting our local schools. I will never cease to be impressed by the commitment and... Articles
Opening of South Crofty Water Treatment Plant 2nd November 2023 I'm pleased to share the latest news from Cornish Metals as they mark an exciting milestone in the South Crofty Tin Project here in Cornwall. This week, the... Articles
Tragedy in the Middle East 26th October 2023 The current events unfolding in the Middle East are an unbearable tragedy. The attack on Israel by the terrorist organisation Hamas was horrific, with over a... Articles
Richard Trevithick and the Railway 19th October 2023 Recently, the Chair of Network Rail, Lord Hendy, wrote to me to let me know of the organisation's plans to mark the bicentenary of the ‘first ever passenger... Articles
The Princess Royal Visits Cornwall 12th October 2023 Last week, Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, visited Cornwall where she came to unveil a plaque to mark the launch of a degree apprenticeship programme at... Articles
Conference Season 5th October 2023 We are in the middle of the annual political conference season and it will almost certainly be the last set of conferences before the next General Election. All... Articles
Delivering Net-Zero and Protecting our Environment 28th September 2023 As a former Environment Secretary, I am fully supportive of the Net Zero agenda and the need for a credible plan to get there. The effects of climate change... Articles
Supporting Cornwall’s Youth 21st September 2023 One of the key drivers of the pressures on the NHS has been the growth in mental health problems which has led to a significant spike in the caseload of all GP... Articles
Mental Health and Suicide 14th September 2023 One of the key drivers of the pressures on the NHS has been the growth in mental health problems which has led to a significant spike in the caseload of all GP... Articles