Transport Questions: Bus services in Suffolk and EV charging

With the increase of electric vehicles comes the need for more EV charging points. This is particularly important for rural communities like Central #Suffolk and North #Ipswich.I look forward to seeing the government's plans for expansion of more EV charging points.

First column in the East Anglian Daily Times

My first column in the East Anglian Daily Times. This month I talk about what I got up to in my first few months representing Central Suffolk and North Ipswich in Parliament. 

Visit to Framlingham College

Framlingham College believes in the individual, with a commitment to preparing every pupil for the world of work.I was pleased to meet their Headteacher Louise North and Chair of Governors Charles Packshaw for an update on the school term and discuss key issues such as VAT on independent school fees

Ely and Haughley Junction improvements

Improvements to Ely and Haughley rail junctions are key to unlocking economic growth across the country, supporting net zero, providing better passenger services and taking more freight off our roads and onto the railway.I am pleased to join fellow #Suffolk MPs as part of the East of England All-Par

Visit to Alder Carr Farm

Don’t miss out on dropping into Alder Carr Farm just outside of Needham Market. I enjoyed a delicious lunch on my recent visit and it is little wonder that they are an award winning farm shop.

Visit to Sackers

I was pleased to visit Sackers last week along with Cllr Chris Chambers, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet Member for Waste.

Visit to Claydon Primary School

A happy way to start Friday with a visit to Claydon Primary School! It was fantastic to meet students across all year groups and have a tour of the school from Deputy Head Vici Morris. During my visit I received an update on school preparedness and challenges around SEND provision.

Department for Education questions

Telling teachers to stop teaching times tables would have a huge and negative impact on children across #Suffolk. Today I asked the Secretary of State for Education to rule out any plans this Government has to take times tables off the national curriculum.

Visit to Framlingham Post Office

Framlingham Post Office is at the heart of the local community, and sadly the effects of Storm Babet had a devastating impact on Postmaster Roger Tripp’s premises. Despite the disruption, Roger quickly established an interim satellite service to ensure that vital services remained accessible for re