Nominating local GP for national NHS awards Friday, 3 May, 2024 It's so important that good performance in the NHS gets the recognition it deserves. That's why in 2018 the NHS Parliamentary Awards were launched. They allow MPs to nominate services in their local area for the outstanding contribution of staff, volunteers and others working in the health and care sector. You can nominate organisations from one of ten categories, and this year it was a no-brainer... Local News
Brenley bottleneck needs fixing once and for all 25th February 2020 I’ve stepped up calls to improve Brenley Corner. Earlier this week I met the Roads Minister, Baroness Vere, to stress the need for improvement at this junction... Articles
More seasonal workers to support farmers 20th February 2020 Farmers this year will be able to recruit more workers on a temporary basis from outside the EU. I’m pleased the Government will be increasing the pilot... Articles
Supporting people with sight loss 19th February 2020 Every day around 250 people begin to lose their sight. I’m proud to be supporting the RNIB in their work to improve the lives of blind and partially sighted... Articles
I want to make healthcare better for everyone in my new job 18th February 2020 I’m delighted to have been appointed Minister of State in the Department for Health and Social Care, as part of last week’s reshuffle. My new responsibilities... Articles
North Street ‘garden community’ needs to be rejected 13th February 2020 I’ve called on Swale Borough Council to reject plans to build 5,000 new houses at North Street. The development is being considered for inclusion in Swale’s new... Articles
A better future for nature in Kent 12th February 2020 We all want to see nature thrive. From turtledoves in the orchards around Selling, lapwings at the Graveney Marshes, to songbirds in the Weald – Kent is home to... Articles
An update on policing in Headcorn 12th February 2020 More regular patrols by police officers in Headcorn are already having an impact. I was back in the village last Friday (7 February) for a meeting with the... Articles
Record numbers at Apprenticeship Fair 11th February 2020 A record number of students and employers took part in the 2020 Maidstone Apprenticeship Fair on Friday 7 February. It’s fantastic to see more and more young... Articles
An update on Brenley Corner 5th February 2020 Efforts to improve Brenley Corner have been given a boost by the Minister responsible for roads. Roads Minister, Baroness Vere, has said she recognises “the... Articles