Last Friday, I attended a roundtable lunch discussion in Esher with some of our fantastic local businesses, from Haines Watts accountants in Esher to Hurst Park Automobiles, who specialise in the restoration and sale of classic British cars. The event, organised by Natwest bank, was a great opportunity to engage with local business men and […]
Today, I had a useful update with Elmbridge Borough Commander, Inspector Dallas McDermott. First, Dallas briefed me on the welcome news that Elmbridge will get an extra 3 police officers as well as a dedicated youth intervention officer. Dallas also gave me an update on the stabbing in Hinchley Wood in January, and progress towards […]
On Wednesday, I attended ONE Campaign’s Health Heroes Parliamentary Reception to introduce Vreni Oleram. Vreni runs the Esher College Africa Trust, which raises funds to support the Dope School in rural Zimbabwe to help pay school fees for children whose parents have died of HIV/AIDS. The money also helps buy necessities, such as pencils, and […]
Last night, I went along to a reception at the House of Commons to congratulate Nick Stevens and Adam Curtis of Kingston and Elmbridge Junior Snorkellers Club (KEJSC) on their £10,000 award from the Aviva Community Fund. The Club was awarded the money last year and the prize money will allow KEJSC to buy a […]
On Friday, I met with Angeline Gore (pictured) and Charlotte Waldron from the inspirational not-for-profit social enterprise Browns Community Services. Ms Gore, the Chief Executive, briefed me on how the organisation provides bespoke social care for vulnerable adults across Surrey and Berkshire, including here in Elmbridge. Browns works with individuals - from young victims of […]
Last week, I attended the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on the River Thames, which included a discussion on the issue of illegally moored boats along the river. This is a growing and frustrating problem for local residents, particularly those who live along the Thames in Molesey. The meeting was a good opportunity to hear […]
Today, I visited Chandlers Field School in West Molesey. I was met by head teacher Mrs Lynn Williams and Dave Jupp, one the school governors, and went to see the Forest School area which is used to teach pupils about nature whilst enjoying the outdoors. Chandlers Field was one of our great local schools that […]
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