Visit to Norwich Probation Centre Friday, 17 January, 2025 After a busy morning meeting constituents at my regular advice surgery, I visited the Norwich Probation Centre to learn more about the work they do in supporting and rehabilitating offenders. I also met with Lord Timpson this week, Minister of State for Prisons, Probation and Reducing Reoffending. It was useful to learn about the challenges they face as a service, both locally and nationally. I... Articles
Question to the Minister for Women and Equalities on Rural Depravation through Expectation Inequality 9th June 2022 One of the biggest problems in rural communities such as Broadland is low expectations, both academically and economically. I asked the Minister for Women and... Speeches in Parliament
Question to the Secretary of State for Health on the 'blame culture' in the Messenger Review 8th June 2022 I am very concerned that the Messenger review found evidence of a 'blame culture and responsibility avoidance in the health service. We have to be clear that... Speeches in Parliament
Statement on the Confidence Vote in the Prime Minister 7th June 2022 Over the Jubilee weekend, I have been able to speak to many constituents from all political persuasions and have valued both their feedback and that of those... Westminster News
Taking Part in the Three Rivers Race on the Norfolk Broads 30th May 2022 It was great to take part in the Three Rivers Race over the weekend on the Norfolk Broads. We set off at 12pm on Saturday, and crossed the finish line after 8am... Local News
Speaking in Northern Ireland Troubles (Reconciliation and Legacy) Bill 26th May 2022 For far too long, for my life and beyond, Northern Ireland, the Republic and Great Britain have been scarred by the legacy of violence. History has been... Speeches in Parliament
Response to the Sue Gray Report 25th May 2022 The greatest criticism in the Sue Gray report Is not about the personal attendance of the Prime Minister at events. We already know from the Police... Westminster News
Question to the Ministry of Justice on Community Payback Projects 24th May 2022 Justice needs to be seen to be done, not just for victims but also for the wider community. Community Payback Projects allow for offenders to make reparations... Speeches in Parliament
Visiting Fischer Farms as Development Progresses at the Vertical Farm 18th May 2022 It was great to visit Fischer Farms with the team from Broadland District Council! Fischer Farms is the pioneer of vertical farms, and is going to revolutionise... Local News
Visit to the Waterlife Recovery Trust 16th May 2022 Thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Waterlife Recovery Trust in Broadland. I have been helping the Trust to get itself registered with the Charity Commission and... Local News
