From today, shops will be able to reopen their doors in the next step in our careful easing of lockdown – provided they are meeting robust safety guidelines, so we can keep staff and customers safe as we get our economy moving again.

Today, amongst other constituency visits, I visited the James Paget Hospital to see some of the new measures they have put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Local MP and keen triathlete Brandon Lewis is taking part in the final leg of the Castle Triathlon virtual series this weekend (23/24 May) to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

In my latest video blog, I highlight the incredible work so many people are undertaking in our local community as we tackle the coronavirus outbreak. I've been in constant contact with the various agencies, including our health service, the police and Great Yarmouth Borough Council.

How often do we walk past an old building in Great Yarmouth without noticing it is there, not giving a piece of our heritage a second thought? Or maybe we notice that it looks neglected and worse for wear, shaking our head in dismay as we pass.

The wind turbines sitting offshore on Scroby Sands are such a distinctive part of our coastal landscape between Caister on Sea and Great Yarmouth.

Despite Great Yarmouth Borough Council cracking down on the scourge of fly-tipping it still remains a problem in too many places. The council has a good record in pursuing prosecutions against culprits when they are caught. In fact, prosecution rates are the highest anywhere in Norfolk.

Whilst the Labour Party scratches its head as to why it was so comprehensively defeated at the recent General Election, the Conservative team are out talking to residents about the issues that matter to them.

I welcome the news that Norfolk Police will receive an extra £11.4 million to tackle crime and keep our streets safe – an increase of 6.9% from last year.

Last week saw important announcements affecting our town centre that means we can look forward to a brighter future for our historic market place and the surrounding areas.