The Rt Hon Sir Oliver Dowden KCB CBE, Member of Parliament for Hertsmere, enjoyed a fantastic visit to Borehamwood High Street to mark this year’s Small Business Saturday, calling in on three much-loved local businesses; Shenley Sandwich…
Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently paid another visit to Watford General Hospital to meet with Matthew Coats, Chief Executive Officer of West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Catherine Dugmore, the new Chair of the Trust and Allison Phillips,…
The Rt Hon Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently visited the Alison Haynes Skin Clinic in Cuffley to celebrate British Beauty Week 2025 and recognise the local and national impact of the UK’s £30.4 billion beauty industry. Founder Alison Haynes,…
The Member of Parliament for Hertsmere, The Rt Hon Sir Oliver Dowden CBE MP, recently visited Potters Bar Community Hospital alongside local councillor John Graham and members of the Patient Participation Group.The visit focused on…
The Rt Hon Sir Oliver Dowden KCB CBE MP has urged Hertfordshire County Council to reconsider its proposal to close St. Nicholas Church of England Primary School in Elstree, a move which would leave the village without a primary school for…
The Member of Parliament for Hertsmere, The Rt Hon Sir Oliver Dowden KCB CBE MP, recently visited Citizens Advice Borehamwood to meet with staff and volunteers and discuss the organisation’s ongoing work supporting local residents.During…
Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently convened a meeting with local business owners who have been negatively affected by the parking charges imposed at Kemp Place Car Park.Kemp Place used to provide parking free of charge for the first hour,…
Marking a week since the horrific attack in Manchester, and two years since the tragic events of October 7th, the Member of Parliament for Hertsmere, The Rt Hon Sir Oliver Dowden,KCB CBE MP has reaffirmed his steadfast support for the…
Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently visited Queens’ School, Bushey.Sir Oliver was welcomed by Headteacher, Jonathan Morrell, and Head of Humanities, Sandra Charlton, who updated him on the school’s progress.The Member of Parliament previously…
Today, Sir Oliver Dowden MP raised his concerns about Labour solving the loss in market confidence by taking decisive action on spending and by attracting inward investment. He intervened in an Opposition Day debate, saying: "Would my…
Today, Sir Oliver Dowden MP raised his concerns of the timing of the recognition of the state of Palestine in Parliament.He asked about the government's intentions in a Ministerial Statement on the Middle East. Sir Oliver said: 'I despair…
Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently visited Shaftesbury New Court Place Care Home in Borehamwood.At the visit, he met with residents who are facing issues around the provision and repair of NHS wheelchairs by AJM Healthcare. Sir Oliver raised…
Following Sir Oliver Dowden calling out the government on its grey belt policy, he met with the Hertfordshire branch of CPRE, the Countryside Charity, to discuss the government’s threat to the green belt.Oliver talked to Abby Coften, Chief…
On Monday in Parliament, Sir Oliver Dowden called out the government on its grey belt policy.The lack of clarity around the grey belt policy is being used as an excuse for developers to get the green light in order for them to build over…
Today, the Member of Parliament, Sir Oliver Dowden MP raised the issue of houses of multiple occupation (HMOs) in Potters Bar and Borehamwood during Prime Minister’s Questions.Addressing Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner MP, Sir Oliver…
Sir Oliver Dowden has recently spoken out against excessive arrests for ‘offensive’ online posts, raising concerns about police priorities and the erosion of freedom of speech.This intervention comes in the wake of reports that every…
The Member of Parliament, Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently spoke in Parliament to question the Foreign Secretary on actions the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) will be taking to assist UK nationals, including Hertsmere…
The Member of Parliament, Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently visited Cuffley Model Flying Club (CMFC). Oliver met with the Chair of the club, Mr Brian Hamill, alongside other flyers and members of the local pony club. CMFC hold regular flying…
The Member of Parliament, Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently held a local advice surgery at the Wyllyotts Theatre in Potters Bar to meet with constituents and discuss key local issues. Oliver said: ‘It was a pleasure to be at Wyllyotts Theatre…
The Member of Parliament, Sir Oliver Dowden MP has spoken in Parliament to question the Government about planning applications for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Potters Bar.Many residents in Potters Bar have voiced their…