Markyate Monthly
- 15th February 2009
Parliamentary Diary - Retained Firefighters debate
I took part in a debate on Wednesday (11th Feb) about possible changes to the hours that retained firefighters are permitted to work. read more »
- 15th January 2009
New Year Message
2009 looks set to be a difficult year for our country and I am acutely aware that many people may be worried about what it may bring. read more »
- 10th December 2008
Celebrating the work of the Land Army
I thoroughly enjoyed the World War II themed Women’s Land Army Tea Party and meeting with ladies who served. read more »
- 15th November 2008
Parliamentary Diary
At time of writing we have just learned that the Government has finally agreed to award the Post Office Card Account – an account allowing customers to collect benefit payments - contract to the Post Office. read more »
- 15th October 2008
Parliamentary Diary
Total UK climbdown over BuncefieldGood news from the Buncefield liability trial. I am delighted that Total UK has withdrawn the ludicrous defence that it is not responsible for damage caused beyond a radius of 451 metres from the depot’s pump pad area. read more »
- 15th September 2008
My role as Shadow Minister for Health
With the House of Commons in recess, I thought now would be a good time to update you on my work as Shadow Minister for Health. read more »
- 16th August 2008
Charity of the Year - The Royal British Legion
Since my election in 2005, I have nominated one (or sometimes two!) ‘MP’s Charity of the Year’. I am very proud to say that this year I have selected the Royal British Legion. read more »
- 15th July 2008
Parliamentary Diary
Injured SoldiersEvery Thursday we have Business Questions. This is where the Leader of the House sets out Parliament’s business for the forthcoming week. read more »
