Labour need to U-turn on Winter Fuel Payment Wednesday, 18 December, 2024 I visited Fusion Maidstone community hub in Park Wood to chat to pensioners there for Friday’s weekly free lunch. Older people in Faversham and Mid Kent will have to make really difficult choices this Christmas because of Labour’s cut to the Winter Fuel Payment, like whether they can afford to eat or heat. People I spoke to at Fusion feel they’re not being listened to and some feel this is a... Local News
Nominating local GP for national NHS awards 3rd 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... Local News
Our underpass needs you! 19th April 2024 Earlier this year I led a local team in winning thousands of pounds to restore Faversham's underpass. Along with getting the underpass cleaned, we've... Local News
More funding success for local schools 18th April 2024 It's so important to keep school buildings up to date. They're not just bricks and mortar; they're an investment in our community. By keeping them fit for... Local News
Local pools win Government support 28th March 2024 There are few better ways to boost your health and wellbeing than swimming. Lucking we have two brilliant pools locally - Faversham Pools and Maidstone Leisure... Local News
Graveney residents say no to batteries at Cleve Hill Solar Park 25th March 2024 I've always stood up for Graveney residents over Cleve Hill Solar Park. Right now, the safety of the batteries and the lack of an evacuation plan in case of... Local News
Let's back local businesses 25th March 2024 Where would we be without businesses? They grow our food, harness ideas that make our lives better, and generate the tax that pays for our public services – and... Local News
Unpicking the lock for Faversham's swing bridge 22nd March 2024 I’m working hard to get Faversham’s swing bridge back up and running. Last month I met with the Maritime Minister Lord Gower, and recently I brought together... Local News
A new lease of life for Faversham's underpass 22nd March 2024 As anyone who’s been through it recently will know, Faversham’s underpass desperately needs some love and attention. People use this route every day to get... Local News
Opening up opportunities at the 2024 Maidstone Apprenticeship Fair 12th March 2024 Last Friday saw the return of one of the highlights of my year. My sixth annual Maidstone Apprenticeship Fair kicked off at 9.30am at Maidstone Leisure Centre... Local News