This week, I, like many other Wycombe residents, received an email from Martin Tett, the Leader of Buckinghamshire Council. He wrote to update on how the situation in Buckinghamshire is progressing, what to do to stay safe, and reveal the campaign the Council are running to help keep Buckinghamshire stay […]
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New measures to improve patient care ahead of winter 2020
On 17th September 2020, the Department of Health and Social Care announced new measures to improve patient care ahead of winter. Winter is a difficult time for any health and care system, but this winter presents an even greater challenge. This winter, the Department’s priority is to ensure our hospitals […]
Read More‘Buy the Best, Buy British, Save Jobs’ Furniture Campaign
On Saturday, the British Furniture Confederation (BFC) launched its Buy the Best, Buy British, Save Jobs Campaign. Its aim is to encourage the British public to seek out British-made goods when they shop this autumn. It is crucial the furniture sector thrives to support the economy. With British furniture factories closed, or […]
Read MoreDiscussing Covid-19 restrictions on the Today Programme
Feedback after my appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme to discuss coronavirus restrictions has been overwhelmingly positive. Nevertheless, I recognise some people rightly have real concerns surrounding the health of their loved ones. The Today interview is here, in a segment from 01:08:45: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000mcnw I gave my sources here: I hope after listening […]
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The UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Today, the Secretary of State for International Trade announced the UK’s agreement in principle for a free trade deal with Japan. This is the UK’s first major trade deal as an independent trading nation. The UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement was agreed in principle by Japan’s Foreign Minister, Minister Motegi, […]
Read MoreSupport for British Airways Workers
A number of constituents who live in Wycombe and work for British Airways have been in touch in recent weeks about the awful situation they are in due to the coronavirus crisis and BA’s response to it. This is an appalling time for BA staff and their families. I have […]
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The Plan for Jobs
Today, the Chancellor announced our Plan for Jobs, worth up to £30 billion – to support people to find jobs, create new jobs through investment, and finally protect jobs by revitalising the hard-hit sectors upon which many jobs depend. The Government have announced a range of measures – on top of […]
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Boost for Tourism and Hospitality in Wycombe
The Chancellor has announced a much-needed boost for tourism and hospitality businesses in Wycombe, as part of his Summer Economic Update to kickstart the economy post-coronavirus. The measures will see VAT for hospitality, accommodation and attraction businesses cut from 20 per cent to 5 per cent for six months. The […]
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Support for Theatres and Culture during Covid-19
Last week I asked the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what support is being provided for theatres in Wycombe following discussions with the Wycombe Swan on how the current Covid-19 crisis is affecting local theatres and other cultural venues. The Minister of State for Culture and Digital replied: […]
Read MoreTackling Unauthorised Traveller Camps
Yesterday evening Travellers moved onto Hughenden Park. Within a day, they have left and moved on. This swift action was possible because of the High Court injunction Wycombe District Council obtained last year after the large number of unauthorised encampments on council-owned green spaces in July and August. The injunction […]
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