General Election Announcement Thursday, 23 May, 2024 I informed the Prime Minister recently of my decision to stand down at the next election. It has been a privilege & honour to serve the people of Bury St Edmunds & Stowmarket. I wish my successor all the best in representing this most wonderful part of our United Kingdom. Local News
Electronic Prescribing 20th July 2022 In welcoming the Secretary of State for Department of Health and Social Care, I asked him to commit to sorting out electronic prescribing between hospital... Speeches in Parliament
Local MP visits farm impacted by East Anglia GREEN 12th July 2022 I recently visited a local farm to discuss concerns about the East Anglia GREEN proposals put forward by National Grid. The farm in question would see pylons... Local News
Statement of resignation 6th July 2022 It is with a heavy heart that I have this morning tendered my resignation to the Prime Minister. Articles
Rail Strikes 22nd June 2022 These costly strikes hurt individuals and the economy. They make it more difficult for people to get to work, NHS appointments and students to sit exams... Local News
Local MP meets with Energy Minister to raise concerns about East Anglia GREEN proposals 21st June 2022 Last week, along with other MPs from across the region, I met with Greg Hands MP, Minister of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial... Local News
Commentary on recent events and yesterday's vote 7th June 2022 As I have stated before, having read the Sue Gray report in full, I was appalled at the shocking culture of routine drinking and poor behaviour amongst... Articles
Looking ahead to the Queens speech 6th May 2022 Last week Parliament was dissolved, this happens before the start of a new Parliamentary session. This will be the third session and will commence with the... Local News
Out and about over recess 19th April 2022 I hope you all enjoyed the Easter weekend and the excellent weather. I write this as I return to Westminster after a two-week recess, during which I visited... Local News
Supporting the Great British Spring Clean 8th April 2022 This year, as we celebrate the Queen's Jubilee year, I want to encourage everyone to get involved in our mission to tackle litter and protect both wildlife and... Local News