#BackSuffolkBusiness Campaign Tuesday, 19 May, 2026 I've kicked off a new campaign this month to recognise thee valuable role our local and independent businesses play, both for our economy and society. I truly believe that business is the life blood of our economy, they create jobs, which pay salaries. Those salaries support other businesses and of course pay taxes. Businesses also drive investment which boosts productivity! Our economy is... Articles
Harvesting with Glenn Buckingham in Framsden 24th July 2025 I joined NFU Suffolk Chairman, Glenn Buckingham, in the fields during harvest to hear first-hand about the challenges and opportunities facing our farmers here... Local News
Solar Proposals in Easton and Letheringham 11th July 2025 On Tuesday night I met residents of Easton and Letheringham to hear concerns about plans for a new solar farm being built nearby. While I have sympathy with any... Local News
Disappointment with Government's plan for A12 Upgrades 9th July 2025 Yesterday's announcement of funding for A12 upgrades is being billed as a BIG WIN for the region. Unfortunately this is not the case. The Government... Articles
Calling for investment in SEND Early Intervention Programmes 2nd July 2025 I have worked in and around our education system for some time. In a previous role I worked at the Department for Education as a Senior Advisor. I was involved... Articles
Visiting Wattisham Army Air Corps Base 28th June 2025 As we mark Armed Forces Day, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone across Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, and indeed the whole country, a... Local News
Meeting residents at Alice Grange Care Home 20th June 2025 It was a real pleasure to join Debbie McCallum, District Councillor, at the weekly community coffee morning at Alice Grange Care Home in Kesgrave. We had the... Local News
Cardinal Medical Practice: An Update 10th June 2025 I visited Cardinal Medical Practice to meet with the NHS Integrated Care Board and practice partners to review progress on the planned expansion. Encouraging to... Local News
Discussing Solar Proposals in Letheringham 23rd May 2025 Delighted to have met residents in Letheringham today to hear their concerns about the River Deben Solar proposals. The plans, as they stand, pose a real threat... Local News
