Great news for commuters in Beaconsfield, Marlow and the South Bucks villages!Chiltern Railways’ bid for new trains has now been secured. I was pleased to support the bid in writing to the Secretary of State for Transport.From early next…
Had a fantastic evening at the brilliant White Horse in Hedgerley — recently named Best Pub in Buckinghamshire and featured in The Telegraph’s list of the Top 500 pubs in England!A huge thank you to the whole team for everything you do to…
Young people in Beaconsfield, Marlow and the South Bucks villages need skills to have successful careers. Apprenticeships are some of the best ways of acquiring these.A big shoutout to The Greyhound in Beaconsfield for running a fantastic…
I am delighted that the Strategic Sites Committee have refused the Beeches Park development in Beaconsfield.I was proud to speak out against it today – standing up for our community and our Green Belt.Let me be clear: I will always stand…
Had a fantastic time at the Thames Valley Adventure Playground’s Family Fun Day this weekend!Such an amazing place doing incredible work for families across South Bucks.
A busy day at my surgery, listening to local residents and the issues that matter to them.The impact of smartphones on children in schools is one such issue, so it was great to meet Eleanor and discuss the urgent need for action.I have…
A privilege to spend a memorable evening in Parliament earlier this week, joined by the esteemed Bageshwar Dham Sarkar.The event was a powerful reminder of the strength of unity, bringing together people from all walks of life in a truly…
The Colne Valley Regional Park is far too precious to lose.Today, I led an Adjournment Debate in Parliament to demand stronger protections for the valley. I challenged the Government on their changes to the planning system and set out the…
The Planning Inspector’s report on the Marlow Film Studio has now been submitted to the Secretary of State, with a decision due by 2nd October.As we await the outcome, I want to thank the incredible local campaigners, especially Save…
On Armed Forces Day, we honour the courage, dedication and sacrifice of our service members and their families.I am proud to stand with our Armed Forces community in Beaconsfield, Marlow and the South Bucks villages, and across the country…
Vulnerable pensioners in Beaconsfield, Marlow, and the South Bucks villages deserve better than this Labour Government. 10 million pensioners suffered last winter. A&E visits rose, inflation hit hard, and 1.6 million disabled pensioners…
High streets like Marlow’s are the heart of our local community.But this Government is squeezing local shops with rising rates and taxes.I’ll keep fighting to protect the high streets we cherish.
Pleasure to welcome the brilliant students from St Mary's Farnham Royal Primary School to Parliament.We had thoughtful conversations about the environment and animal welfare. A real reminder that the future is in good hands.Thank you all…
I love our villages here in South Bucks, so I was keen to add my name to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill Amendment to give them the same protections as our towns.Of course Labour voted it down, but I’ll always keep fighting to protect…
I was delighted to visit the Marlow Banking Hub after months of community led teamwork and dedication. Located inside Marlow Library, this brand-new hub offers essential banking services — making everyday banking easier and more accessible…
Colne Valley Regional Park is an incredible local treasure that we need to protect. I enjoyed a discussion on the ways we may be able to enhance this protection and ensure the park's preservation for the future.Looking forward to…
Truly heartwarming to hear that Neil — someone I’ve had the privilege of meeting several times — celebrated his 40th year attending Burnham Short Breaks Centre earlier this week.Neil, your milestone is a powerful reminder of just how vital…
Wonderful to join Burnham residents for their Simply Walk around the village this morning.Always a pleasure chatting with the locals and enjoy the fantastic community spirit.If you're local and would like to get involved, you can find all…
I welcome the news that Thames Water has been fined £122.7 million.For too long, Thames Water has failed to protect our rivers and streams from relentless sewage discharges. This fine must be a wake-up call. Earlier this year, I proposed…
Thames Valley Adventure Playground is a truly inspiring place that does so much to support children and adults with disabilities.It was a joy to meet Debbie and her dedicated team and see firsthand what an incredible work they do at this…
As we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, we honour the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of all those who served.I’m especially mindful of those from Beaconsfield, Marlow, and the villages across South Bucks who gave their lives on the…
Lovely to attend the South East RFCA event today!It was so inspiring seeing their work bring young people, volunteers and communities together!Their teamwork, leadership and service build a real sense of connection within the communities
Brilliant time at Beaconsfield Rugby Club yesterday celebrating the incredible Mike Wood, who is stepping down after an amazing 16 years as President!It was fantastic to catch the local derby — Beaconsfield vs Marlow — and soak up such a…
Lovely to be in Burnham today and to drop by Crafty Lunchtime at Cornerstone!If you enjoy getting creative and having a friendly chat over a cuppa, this is the perfect spot.It happens on the last Friday of every month—don’t miss it!
I loved meeting the fantastic Women’s Rugby players at the Marlow Rugby Club! They are doing brilliant work encouraging girls to get involved in rugby.I enjoyed catching up with the Club’s Chairman, Nigel, while soaking up the sunshine.The…
Like many residents, I was surprised to read in the Bucks Free Press that a section 106 agreement was signed in respect of the Marlow Film Studios.To be clear, it does not indicate approval will be given by the Labour Government.The…
A brilliant start to the day at the Smart Energy Show in Marlow!Huge thanks to the Marlow Energy Group for hosting such a well-organised and impactful event for the local community.
Day Centres are a lifeline for local families, offering invaluable care and support. Hearing of their impact has been deeply moving.It’s an honour to stand alongside such dedicated individuals—local families, community leaders, and our…
I was pleased to speak out against the Government's Planning and Infrastructure Bill in Parliament.We need infrastructure in this country - but it can’t be at the cost of our Green Belt or community consent.The Government’s Planning and…