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Herald Column: December 10

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas or at least it was for the Christmas fair in Southwick Square last Saturday.

Santa Vaccination Update!

I have spoken to Matt Hancock who is the Health Secretary which means he is in charge of the vaccine and the boss of all the doctors and nurses who will be giving it out. He has spoken to his boss Boris Johnson, who is the Prime Minister and I am pleased to report that it is good news!

Weekly look ahead: 7th December

At Shoreham Harbour for my weekly video, welcoming the news that the Government is going to consult on ending live animal exports. I also discuss the Coronavirus regulations, Parliament updates and more.

Opportunities for constituents in December

With the suspension of all tours and other non-essential visits continuing until further notice, did you know that free tours and talks are now available for people to book online? In timed, 45-minute slots, our expert tour guides are taking groups on virtual guided tours – showing a detailed look

Herald Column: December 3

So it’s ‘fears for tiers’ and assorted other attempts at pandemic humour which have dominated my mailbox this week and as I write the debate still rages over whether a Scotch Egg constitutes a ‘substantial meal’ with your pub pint, and does it stretch to vegan Scotch Eggs too? Trying to grapple wit

Voting against the Tier restrictions

“We need to have logical, consistent, proportionate and fair regulations for people to have the confidence to follow them - these are not.” Why I am voting against the new regulations. 👇

Herald Column: November 26

By the time you read this we should know what tier our area has been placed in following the end of the national lockdown on December 2nd.

2020 CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS

Christmas is an important time of year for many people in the UK, regardless of their faith. COVID-19 continues, however, to pose a very real and ongoing threat. It will not be possible to take full advantage of the winter holiday season and to celebrate Christmas in the normal way.

Weekly look ahead: 23rd November

My weekly video from the new crossing on Old Shoreham Road, discussing the cycle lanes (again!), the importance of gyms and outdoor sport, events in Parliament and more.