Whilst I reluctantly support draconian measures where the evidence demonstrates it will reduce Covid-19, and will be proportionate, I voted against this rule.
Watch my reasoning from the debate in the Chamber here.
Major Hospital Rebuild for Bexhill, Hastings and Eastbourne
Welcome news that there will be a new hospital for Eastbourne in addition to new medical wards and major refurbishment at the Conquest and a new clinical building in Bexhill.
Read my latest update on the week in Parliament and what is to come here.
Greater Covid Scrutiny in Parliament
Having led the call for more Parliamentary scrutiny, my constituency neighbours and I welcomed the decision to ensure MPs must ratify Coronavirus rules before they are implemented.
This week's local stakeholder was Cllr Keith Glazier. We discussed school funding, nursery provision in Bexhill, social care reform and the need for an early local Government financial settlement.
Longer Sentences for Assaults on Emergency Workers
Sussex MPs were shocked to be told of an increase in attacks on frontline ambulance staff so I raised the need to stiffen sentencing with the Home Office Minister.
As part of my constituency tour I met Michael Gietzen, Managing Director of Identity. It is not just me who found this to be a superb business; they are about to receive The Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade (to be presented by HM Lord Lieutenant for East Sussex).
Read more about the difficulties faced in their industry due to Covid in the Observer.
Changes to the Planning System
I have major concerns with these proposals. My constituency neighbour and I met with the Secretary of State to outline the local challenges.
This tracker on the government website provides information on covid-19 cases. The BBC also provides up to date information on a weekly basis which you can access here.
For the latest shielding and distancing guidance visit here.
If you would like to arrange an appointment to speak to me at an advice surgery, please email: [email protected] or call 01424 736861
