How has the Winter Fuel Payment cut impacted you? Tuesday, 14 January, 2025 Winter has finally arrived over the last few days, with frosts coming thick and fast and the coldest January night in 15 years. I know that for many pensioners struggling to heat their homes this winter, this is the last thing they need. It lays bare the Chancellor's decision to cut Winter Fuel Payments for millions of pensioners and I’m starting to hear more about how difficult this is proving... Local News
Give a hand on the land 8th April 2020 This year we need more British people to help bring home the harvest. Kent produces some of the best fruit and vegetables around, but farms require thousands of... Articles
Bringing British Nationals home 3rd April 2020 Coronavirus is a global pandemic. It requires an international response and the Government is stepping up to this challenge. The UK’s international strategy has... Articles
Not long left to save Graveney Marshes 2nd April 2020 The campaign to save Graveney Marshes has entered a crucial stage. The Business Secretary is due to make a decision by the end of May on whether to grant... Articles
Decent broadband for everyone 24th March 2020 Every home and business in the UK now has the legal right to request a decent, affordable broadband connection. Whilst progress has been made in rolling out... Articles
Statement on the Coronavirus 20th March 2020 The Coronavirus outbreak is the biggest public health emergency in a generation. The Government has been clear that our number one priority is to protect life... Articles
I’m backing better buses for Kent 18th March 2020 I’ve long been a supporter of buses. They can help reduce congestion on our roads, improve air quality, and provide a vital lifeline to people. But I know... Articles
Budget boost for Brenley Corner 17th March 2020 We’re a step further to finally fixing the problems at Brenley Corner. The junction has been included in the Government’s second Road Investment Strategy –... Articles
Budget 2020 12th March 2020 This Budget delivers on people’s priorities. Right now, one of those priorities is responding to Covid-19. Along with the £5 billion response fund for the NHS... Articles
It’s time to finally get lifts at Headcorn station 11th March 2020 People have waited long enough for lifts at Headcorn station. It’s a busy station and the steps pose a real challenge for many people. I’ve called for Headcorn... Articles
