Employment figures highest in South West 16th April 2019 Figures released today show that in the South West, there are 2,812,472 people in work – meaning that, under the Conservatives, 318,156 more people have the... Local News
The economy and business in Plympton 22nd March 2019 Good news - our public finances have reached a ‘turning point’ with the independent economic outlook showing a ‘solid foundation on which to build Britain’s... Local News
Honour to present World War Two Medals to Nelly Hassell 12th March 2019 On Saturday, I had the honour of presenting 95 year old, Nelly Hassell, with two medals from her service in World War Two. After the war ended she didn't... Local News
Gary welcomes funding for Private Rented accommodation 8th March 2019 South Hams District Council have secured part of a £19.5 million fund to unlock private rented accommodation for the most vulnerable. The funding boost will be... Local News
South West gains £2 billion transport investment 16th February 2019 We have finally had the announcement we have all been waiting for. £2 billion of Government money invested in transport infrastructure across the South West -... Local News
Defence announcement could herald enhanced role for Plymouth's Royal Marines 11th February 2019 I welcome the announcement by the Secretary of State for Defence today of two new Littoral Strike Group ships joining our amphibious fleet. These ships would... Local News
Parliamentary Debate - Economic Growth: South West 6th February 2019 Yesterday I led a debate on economic growth in the South West in Westminster Hall. A number of local MPs made contributions highlighting the successes and... Local News
Positive update on the railway line at Dawlish 25th January 2019 Earlier this week I met with the Chair of the Peninsula Rail Task Force (PRTF), Councillor Andrea Davis, to talk about the progress being made on sorting the... Local News
Question Time from the Military Kids Club 16th January 2019 Last Friday provided another opportunity to meet with children and young people who are part of the Military Kids Club in their school. This brilliant... Local News