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 Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Scotland on Highland Ferries 16th March 2022 The best support that any Government can give to an island community is access to a reliable and frequent ferry service. The SNP has failed miserably, managing... Speeches in Parliament
Question to the Justice Secretary on the Principles of Legal Aid 15th March 2022 This afternoon, I asked the Justice Secretary whether the principles outlined by Sir Christopher Bellamy QC on criminal legal aid are the right principles for... Speeches in Parliament
Visiting Emkay Plastics Ltd to Discuss Export and Trade 14th March 2022 Really enjoyed meeting the team at Emkay Plastics Ltd in Rackheath! With their small but skilled team, they’re working right at the forefront of the advanced... Local News
Opposition Day Debate on National Insurance Increase 8th March 2022 This afternoon, I spoke in the Opposition Day Debate on the proposed increase to National Insurance. To watch my full speech, click here! Westminster News
Campaigning Against Post Office Closures in Broadland 7th March 2022 Last month, I signed a cross-party letter in relation to the ever-increasing number of Post Offices being closed across communities up and down the country. As... Local News
Could you Support Ukrainian Refugees? 4th March 2022 This morning I received an update from Norfolk County Council on what is being done locally to help those fleeing the tragic war in Ukraine. The Council have... Local News
Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine 3rd March 2022 Her Majesty’s Government is making sure Putin feels the full cost of his actions, including implementing the most severe package of sanctions Russia has ever... Local News
Norfolk Police and Crime Commissioner to Hold Surgery Appointments for Broadland Residents 2nd March 2022 Giles will be holding the second of his Time To Talk sessions on Friday 11 March. Please get in touch with his office if you'd like to book some time with the... Local News
Business Leaders' Panel Discussion on Construction in Norfolk 25th February 2022 It was great to take part in a panel discussion, hosted by Norwich City Football Club’s Community Sports Foundation, on the construction industry in Norfolk. It... Local News