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Cropthorne Walkabout 2014

My children and I enjoyed the Cropthorne Walkabout last week. The sun was shining and we had a great time having a good look around some beautiful gardens (I had considerable garden envy at the end of the day). Put 3rd and 4th May 2015 in your diary now if you want to attend next year.

Home Secretary visits Broadway

The Right Honourable Theresa May MP, Home Secretary, visited Broadway, Worcestershire on Tuesday 25th March and held a Question & Answer session with local residents at the Lygon Arms Hotel.

Q&A in Evesham

I held a Q&A event with local residents in Evesham on Friday 28 February.  Questions ranged from Europe to the Bridge to Benefits, Schools and Immigration.

Israel & Gaza

The events we have seen unfolding in Israel and Gaza are truly horrific. Israel has suffered the worst terror attack in its history at the hands of Hamas, and Palestinian civilians in Gaza are experiencing a humanitarian disaster.

Animal Testing

Animal testing in all its forms is a highly sensitive issue. The Government’s ambition is to reach the point at which animal research and testing is no longer necessary, having been fully replaced by effective alternatives.

Hunting Act 2004

Wildlife hunting is a highly emotive issue and I appreciate the depth of our constituents' concerns for the welfare of our animals and wildlife. 

Alzheimer's and Dementia

There are currently 900,000 people living with dementia in the UK and this is projected to rise to 1.6 million by 2040, so it is crucial that the social care system is set up to meet the needs of those affected by dementia. 

 

Furnished Holiday Lets Tax Regime

Holiday lets contribute to the economy, create jobs, and support tourism.  The Government absolutely backs small businesses, including responsible short-term holiday letting, which I recognise brings significant investment to local communities through the important role they play in the visitor e

Plastic Waste

The Resources and Waste Strategy for England has set out the Government’s plans to reduce, reuse, and recycle more plastic and the Government is committed to work towards all plastic packaging on the market being recyclable or reusable by 2025.