Today, I went down to Tesco in West Molesey to support their Christmas food collection for people in need this Christmas. The West Molesey store was one of 2,600 Tesco stores across the country taking part in the 11th annual food collection, encouraging shoppers to donate long-life foods to help support people who might otherwise […]
Read MoreThe Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has announced that Surrey County Council (SCC) will receive an extra £11 million of funding for social care in the coming year. The money is part of the £1 billion package from the government to help local authorities to support the most vulnerable in our communities announced […]
Read MoreToday, I’ve written an article for The Daily Telegraph on the substance of the Brexit deal, why it is flawed, and what we should do next… You can access the article here.
Read MoreLast week, the Conservative-led Elmbridge Borough Council (EBC) secured an extension to the protective injunction banning the setting up of unauthorised encampments and fly-tipping in our local parks and open spaces. The injunction prevents people from entering or occupying the borough’s parks, open spaces and car parks for the purposes of living there (including caravans, […]
Read MoreToday, I took the difficult decision to resign from the Cabinet as Secretary of State. I resign in sorrow not in anger, and with enduring respect for the determination and fortitude of the Prime Minister. I do not agree with the terms of the proposed Brexit deal, and I cannot in good conscience support the […]
Read MoreOn Sunday 11 November, I attended a poignant and moving Remembrance Day service at Walton war memorial. I was honoured to lay the first wreath at the service marking 100 years since the end of World War One. The inspiring occasion saw local Cadets, Scouts and Brownies, together with veterans and around 2,000 local people. […]
Read MoreOn Friday, I welcomed Robert Jenrick, MP for Newark and Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, to speak at my Connect business breakfast club - which brings together local businesses, large and small. I gave an update on Brexit, and then introduced Robert who spoke in particular about the November budget and productivity in the UK […]
Read MoreLast week, I met with local community group Elmbridge CAN, who are helping refugees to find their feet in Elmbridge. The group has supported the resettlement of five Syrian families in the borough, including nine children. I was impressed how people from across the community have come together to offer their support, helping with donations […]
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