My Football Governance Bill Speech Wednesday, 24 April, 2024 Yesterday, the House of Commons had the long awaited second reading of the Football Governance Bill. I was truly delighted to speak in the debate on behalf of Southend United and all its fans. As often happens in Parliament, the time MPs are allowed to contribute to proceedings gets shortened considerably as time goes on so I wanted to publish the full version of my speech, so constituents have... Local News
A weekend spent supporting the Mayor's nominated charities 21st April 2024 On Friday 19th April I was pleased to attend the Annual Civic Dinner for the Worshipful The Mayor of Southend-on-Sea, Councillor Stephen Habermel. The black-tie... Local News
Welcoming home Simon Lambert after an epic 480 mile bike ride 21st April 2024 I was so pleased to be at the finish line on Sunday 21st April to say huge congratulations to Simon Lambert! Simon cycled a whopping 480 miles from Leith to... Local News
A clear win for Birbalsingh and a victory for common sense 21st April 2024 This article was commissioned by GB News on 19th April 2024. I recently wrote about how to bring back respect to our schools. As I put pen to paper, the person... Opinions
My Pet Abduction Bill has successfully passed through the Commons 19th April 2024 I am thrilled to announce that my Pet Abduction Bill has successfully passed through its final stage in the Commons, and is now on its way to the House of Lords... Westminster News
Rail Minister visits Chalkwell Station 18th April 2024 Last Thursday 18th April 2024, Huw Merriman MP, Minister for Rail and HS2, visited Chalkwell station following a promise made to me during Transport Questions... Local News
Seeking sponsors for my 2024 charity abseil down Southend Hospital's tower! 16th April 2024 On Saturday 18th May 2024, I will once again take part in a charity abseil challenge, this time to raise money for the Spotlight Radiotherapy Appeal at Southend... Local News
Labour’s Unashamed Hypocrisy Is Laid Bare By Rayner’s Tax Troubles 12th April 2024 You reap what you sow. In a week where the Labour Party have outlined their plans to crack down on tax dodgers, Angela Rayner and the Labour party are starting... Opinions
Statue to honour Sir David Amess is unveiled 11th April 2024 I was deeply honoured to organise and oversee the unveiling of the statue to honour the memory of Sir David Amess. On Thursday 11th April I joined Lady Julia... Local News
Visiting Essex & Herts Air Ambulance 10th April 2024 On Wednesday April 10th I was delighted to pay a visit to North Weald Airfield for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT... Local News