Holding the Government to account on Highsted Park Tuesday, 21 January, 2025 I am furious that the Government has seized the Highsted Park development decision from Swale Borough Council. Worst still, this was at the behest of my Labour neighbour who wants to build more homes at any cost. We all understand the need for housing, but the concern I hear from residents about the scale of Highsted Park is overwhelming. It will be huge – concreting over hundreds of acres of... Local News
Grenfell Tower: People in Kent need reassurance that social housing is safe 22nd June 2017 The horrific fire at Grenfell Tower has left people angry that this could happen in Britain and frightened for their own safety. We need justice for the victims... Articles
House of Commons to debate future of Kent & Canterbury Hospital 16th June 2017 I've called a House of Commons debate on the future of Kent & Canterbury Hospital, so I can tell the Government how strongly people feel about the potential... Local News
Thank you for electing me as your MP 12th June 2017 I will fight your corner, be your voice in Parliament and make sure I'm on hand to help when you need me. Articles
Kent needs a new medical school to train the doctors of the future 1st June 2017 The Government has committed to training 1,500 more doctors a year in England - the largest single increase in doctor training places in the history of the NHS... Local News
"Tougher penalties for poor performance" - I call for better train services 22nd May 2017 The Government's consultation on our local rail services is a golden opportunity to make the case for improved reliability, better value fares and fairer... Local News
Faversham Town FC scores £150,000 upgrade for Salters Lane stadium 16th May 2017 It was a pleasure to open the new changing room at Faversham Town FC. I’m delighted that I was able to help the club score a £150,000 upgrade for its facilities... Local News
‘Arriva has taken the heart out of the village’ say Langley residents 15th May 2017 I called a public meeting because so many Langley residents told me they were worried about the loss of the No 12, particularly older and more vulnerable people... Local News
Fly-tippers beware! CCTV comes to Boughton Monchelsea 12th May 2017 Fly-tipping is a persistent nuisance - spoiling the countryside, blocking gateways, footpaths and even roads sometimes, and expensive to clear up. Boughton... Local News
Woodcut farm rejected again 12th May 2017 I am pleased that Woodcut Farm will be protected from a development that would have ruined the countryside around Leeds Castle, after Councillors stuck by the... Local News
