Labour Government fail to intervene to Save Chatham Docks Tuesday, 29 October, 2024 Sadly today the news came through that Labour’s Secretary of State Angela Rayner has decided NOT to call in the decision made by the Labour Medway Council to allow Peel Holdings to redevelop Chatham Docks. This now directly puts at risk the livelihoods of 1000s of local “working people”. This could signal the end of high skilled employment at Chatham Docks and businesses who are responsible for... Local News
National Service: Bridging Youth and Community 3rd June 2024 As you may have already seen, we are proposing a new model of National Service for 18-year-olds. This program offers two options: A full-time, 12-month military... Westminster News
Calling for a Second Hospital Site for the Hoo Peninsula 23rd May 2024 I have been campaigning for a New Hospital and with our growing local population, a second hospital site is desperately needed to take pressure of the main... Local News
New Cardio Respiratory Ward at Medway Hospital with more than 30 extra beds 8th May 2024 Medway Hospital have opened a new Cardio Respiratory ward which was part of the £5 million project to transform the old Ruby ward to provide more than 30 new... Local News
Fighting in Parliament to Save the Jobs and Industry at Chatham Docks 2nd May 2024 On the 1st of May, I had the pleasure of hosting a Westminster Hall debate on the Redevelopment of Chatham Docks Basin 3. As many of you are aware, Chatham... Local News
Celessence Technologies manufacturing in Rochester & Strood with a global presence 26th April 2024 I am always blown away by the number of great businesses who operate within our constituency and I was lucky enough to visit Celessence Technolgies Ltd to meet... Local News
Local Dockyard Gin by Copper Rivet is showcased at the House of Commons 25th April 2024 The Houses of Parliament have a long standing tradition of showcasing beers from different constituencies from around the country to promote local breweries to... Local News
Introducing Pharmacy First: Streamlining Healthcare for Quicker, Easier Access 22nd April 2024 In a move that promises to develop our healthcare system, pharmacists around the country are now equipped to handle a wider range of health conditions. This... Local News
100th Anniversary of the Medway Queen paddle Steamer 21st April 2024 It was truly wonderful to be able to attend the 100th Anniversary service at Rochester Cathedral of The Dunkirk Little Ship paddle steamer Medway Queen. Thank... Local News
Making Life Easier for Carers - Carer’s Leave Act 2023 18th April 2024 I wanted to share some significant news regarding a development that I know will have a positive impact on many families in our community. As of April 2024, the... Westminster News
