My response to Maidstone Local Plan Tuesday, 19 October, 2021 I’m bitterly disappointed that Maidstone Borough Council has decided to go ahead with the Heathlands and Lidsing Garden Villages. These rural locations are not the right places to support thousands of new homes – the road network can’t support them for a start. I made these points to the Council many times including in my submission last Christmas. Decisions about what is built where are made by... Articles
Making our roads safer and cleaner 17th August 2021 I’m pleased Kent County Council is getting an extra £500,000 from the Government to upgrade our road network. The funding will be used to improve traffic light... Articles
Our water network needs urgent investment 11th August 2021 I’ve called on Southern Water to set out a clear plan for improving the water network in Faversham and Mid Kent. Like many people, I was extremely concerned by... Articles
Record numbers of police in Kent 4th August 2021 I’m delighted that there are now 3,971 police officers across Kent helping to keep us safe. This is 242 more officers since September 2019, and 184 more... Articles
Making life better for people with disabilities 2nd August 2021 Supporting people with disabilities to lead healthy, independent lives is crucial – not just for disabled people but society as a whole. As Care Minister, I’ve... Articles
£4 million funding boost for our schools 21st July 2021 I’m delighted that our schools are getting a 5.8 per cent increase in funding next year. This is another step to getting fairer funding for Kent’s schools... Articles
Learning to live with Covid 19th July 2021 For the past 18 months our lives have been determined by Covid. It has cancelled plans, pushed businesses to the brink, and taken loved ones from us. While the... Articles
End of the road for temporary closures 15th July 2021 I’m pleased that Swale Borough Council has listened to people and businesses in Faversham and decided to reverse the temporary road closures in the town. While... Articles
Plans taking shape for Shepway redevelopment 12th July 2021 Earlier this year I welcomed plans to redevelop part of Shepway in Maidstone. The proposals announced by Golding Homes would see Cambridge Crescent turned into... Articles
New Art and Technology Block will help pupils achieve their potential 8th July 2021 It was a huge privilege to open the new Art and Technology Block at The Abbey School in Faversham earlier this month. This fantastic new facility will help give... Articles
