This week in Westminster... Monday, 29 April, 2024 In amongst all of the excitement in Westminster around votes, amendments, and new legislation, it's important not to lose sight of the quiet work that the Government does on a day to day basis to drive forward your priorities and to move the UK towards the economy of the future. As Economic Secretary to the Treasury, I spend a lot of my time thinking about fintech and innovation in the world of... Opinions
This week in Westminster…Pensions up, taxes cut 8th April 2024 Big fiscal events, like the Budget and the Autumn Statement, can often feel very grand and abstract. Amid the numerous big announcements that the Chancellor... Opinions
Newsletter 25.03.2024 25th March 2024 Dear Constituent, We’ve been working hard to secure the investment our communities need. That’s why this week I am delighted that we have seen new investment... Newsletters
This week in Westminster…Boosting apprenticeships and backing small businesses 25th March 2024 As we know, the economy isn't just about big, abstract numbers and international competitiveness - small businesses and working people feel changes in our... Opinions
Good news! Over £200k investment in our local pools and leisure centres 24th March 2024 This week we had the good news that £211k from the Swimming Pools Support Fund is being invested at Hitchin Outdoor Pool and Harpenden Leisure Centre in our... Local News
Knocking on doors to meet you and hear your concerns 23rd March 2024 Your views shape my work for our communities. On Saturday I was out and about again with my team knocking on doors to meet you and hear directly about your... Local News
Hearing from Lilley Parish Council about the village’s priorities 22nd March 2024 Our villages all have unique characters and local concerns. On Friday I met with representatives from Lilley Parish Council to discuss the support that Lilley’s... Local News
Visiting Hitchin Boys’ School to take questions from pupils and meet their F1 team 22nd March 2024 It is so important that young people engage in politics. On Friday I visited Hitchin Boys’ School to answer questions from pupils on politics. I was also... Local News
Joining a farm equipment business in Wandon End to discuss support 22nd March 2024 The rural economy is key to our local communities. On Friday I visited a farm equipment business in Wandon End to discuss local business support and how we can... Local News
Good news! £6.7m local investment in new electric vehicle chargepoints 20th March 2024 Charging infrastructure is one of the biggest barriers for many in purchasing an electric vehicle. That’s why it is great news that Hertfordshire will get... Local News