Why I voted against the Assisted Dying Bill 14th September 2026 Last Friday, I cast what I believe is the most momentous vote I have had to make since being elected as your Member of Parliament. The House of Commons was once... Opinions
Littlehampton's voice wins a real result for local healthcare 7th September 2026 This summer I launched a campaign to try to stop the sale of the former Littlehampton Hospital site on Fitzalan Road. Residents had understandably had enough of... Opinions
Why I keep banging on about water 2nd September 2026 Yes, I know. I bang on about water. There is a reason. Last Sunday, Littlehampton beach closed to swimmers. Why? A sewage discharge. On National Beach Day. Like... Opinions
From hospital beds to business bills 24th August 2026 When the House of Commons returns on Tuesday, I will go back with a full casebook from Bognor Regis and Littlehampton. Recess does not pause the problems... Opinions
Results season a timely reminder to get vaccinated against Meningitis 18th August 2026 This summer, I was delighted that ten pupils from local schools joined my team for work experience. We welcomed some exceptional, high calibre students from... Opinions
Bognor Regis should choose its own 29 priorities for 2029 11th August 2026 In July 2029, Bognor Regis will mark 100 years since it was granted the “Regis” title. It is a chance to ask: what would we like the town to look and feel like... Opinions
Littlehampton’s hospital land must secure better local healthcare 4th August 2026 More than 1,600 people have completed my survey on the sale of NHS land at the former Littlehampton Hospital site, and I have formally asked NHS Property... Opinions
Labour’s hospitality help is too little, and not soon enough 27th July 2026 Any help for pubs is welcome. They are local employers and meeting places, as our Community Pub Hero campaign showed. Yet Andy Burnham’s announcement is too... Opinions
Labour must stop treading water on sewage reform 21st July 2026 When Southern Water’s Chief Executive, Lawrence Gosden, joined residents and me at our public meeting in April, the message was clear: trust has been lost... Opinions