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Monday, Apr 22

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John welcomes publication of the ‘Smart Data Roadmap’ to unlock better deals for consumers.

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Newly published ‘smart data roadmap’ will help boost competition and lower utility bills, John Penrose says. The ‘smart data roadmap’ sets out the timeline for sectors to be opened up to the new smart data powers in the Data Protection and…

Wednesday, Apr 3

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Weston’s MP Hails 3 Times More Cash for Walking and Cycling Routes!

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Weston’s MP John Penrose has welcomed news that Government cash for promoting walking or cycling to school and work will be three times higher next year. John said: “We all know that walking and cycling are healthier and greener than…

Monday, Apr 1

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Uphill Views Article: The ‘1 in 200 years’ flood event campaign…

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In December, I found myself at a meeting where The Environment Agency pitched an ambitious campaign for areas like Uphill, aiming to shed light on potential flooding risks. I’ll confess, I was initially a bit sceptical. After all, isn’t…

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Independent: Government urged to respond quickly to Waspi state pension report

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MPs from all sides of the Commons urged Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride to provide details of a compensation scheme as quickly as possible. The Government has been urged to provide details of a compensation scheme for women affected…

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Huge Boost for Electrification of Weston’s Buses

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Weston’s MP John Penrose has welcomed nearly £9 million of Government funding for switching local buses over to electric vehicles. The funding, part of the ZEBRA initiative, will mean at least 98 electric buses across the area plus the…

Thursday, Mar 14

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Mercury: Weston’s MP John Penrose pushes for dentistry improvements

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THE MP for Weston, John Penrose, has been speaking in Parliament about the importance of improving the dentistry situation for his constituents. Speaking on Tuesday, March 5, Mr Penrose said that he was delighted to hear about last month’s…

Wednesday, Mar 13

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Weston’s MP Welcomes Government Cash To Tackle Local Homelessness

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Weston’s MP John Penrose has welcomed huge boost in Government cash to tackle homelessness in the town. Weston’s Homelessness Prevention Grant is going up by more than half, from £628k to £981k. John said: “This extra Government cash means…

Wednesday, Mar 6

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Somerset Apple: Good news for troubled Mr Speaker

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This article was originally published on The Somerset Apple. HOUSE of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle has had a troubled week, but it was considerably brightened when he was interviewed – in a world exclusive – by young Jill Dando good…

THE SUN: Unlock billions for businesses with red tape purge, Tory heavyweights say ahead of Budget

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This article was written by Martina Bet and published in The Sun. A beefed up watchdog could effectively prevent Government departments from imposing regulations without considering their impact on businesses BUSINESSES could save billions…

Thursday, Feb 29

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‘Postcode lottery’ warning as UK energy chief weighs bills shake-up

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This article was written by Charlie Cooper and published on Politico. “There are an awful lot of questions that need to be answered before we go for this,” says one Conservative MP. LONDON — Claire Coutinho has promised to cut your energy…

Monday, Feb 26

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Politics Home: Government Pressures Social Media Giants To Tackle Misinformation Ahead Of General Election

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This article was written by Zoe Crowther and published on Politics Homes. Conservative MP Saqib Bhatti told The House that he’s finding “every aspect” of his new role as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Tech and the Digital…

Thursday, Feb 22

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Weston’s MP Welcomes New Government Cash to Fix and Prevent Potholes

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Weston’s MP Welcomes New Government Cash to Fix and Prevent Potholes Weston’s MP John Penrose has welcomed the news of another £632,000 of Government cash per year to fix and prevent potholes in Weston. This new cash comes on top of the…

Friday, Feb 16

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Wednesday, Jan 31

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Weston’s MP welcomes approvals of land purchases needed for Banwell Bypass

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The Department for Transport has written to North Somerset Council to confirm the use of Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs) needed to build the Banwell bypass. Responding to the news, Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare John Penrose…

Wednesday, Jan 24

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Tory MP Says BBC Impartiality Reforms Should Be Extended To Cover All Online News

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The government announced on Monday that Ofcom oversight will be extended to parts of the BBC’s online public services, such as the BBC News website, “to enable Ofcom to hold the BBC to account in a more robust way”. The reforms were…

Tuesday, Jan 16

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Monday, Jan 15

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Wednesday, Jan 3

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Weston’s MP Welcomes Grant for Bournville’s Healthy Living Centre

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Weston’s MP, John Penrose has welcomed a Government grant worth almost £40,000 for The For All Healthy Living Company CIC on Weston’s Bournville Estate. The money comes as part of the Community Organisations Cost of Living Fund, which has…

Tuesday, Jan 2

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New plan to help you switch energy firms – in a week

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HOUSEHOLDS will be able to switch their energy supplier within seven days, under plans being considered by Ministers. Officials are looking at replicating the banking switch guarantee, which lets people easily change current accounts, in…

Thursday, Dec 28

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2024 Could Be “Acid Test” For Democracies Against The Threat Of Misinformation

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This article was written by Zoe Crowther and published on Politics Home. More people across the world vote in elections in 2024 than in any other year in history. But rather than signalling the flourishing of global democracy, politicians…