Extra funding to tackle alcohol and drug fuelled crime Monday, 13 November, 2023 Our local policing team, working with their colleagues across Norfolk and nationwide, has focussed on tackling drug crime by breaking the county-line gangs trafficking drugs to our communities. We have seen several high-profile court cases and convictions as a result of this proactive policing. However, this approach alone will not solve the overall problem of drug-related crime. Recognising this... Westminster News
Use of hotels to house illegal immigrants set to end 24th October 2023 Sir Brandon Lewis has welcomed a government announcement that they will cease using a hotel in Great Yarmouth to house illegal migrants waiting for an asylum... Westminster News
Rail bosses urged to backtrack on station ticket office closure 25th July 2023 Today, I've urged rail bosses to backtrack on proposals that would see the town’s railway ticket office axed. In a letter to train operator Greater Anglia, I've... Local News
Co-operation needed on local solution for Hemsby erosion 10th March 2023 Early this morning, I joined local councillors and the independent lifeboat crew at Hemsby ahead of high tides that were predicted to cause further coastal... Local News
Hemsby hit by further loss of coastline 27th February 2023 I share the sadness of many residents when seeing the images of further substantial erosion along the Hemsby coastline. Over the weekend I liaised closely with... Local News
Give young people the right to affordable and attractive housing 23rd February 2023 Text of my opinion piece published by the Daily Express - Thursday 23rd March 2023 I know that Express readers dream of a happy and prosperous life for their... Articles
The Good Friday Agreement must evolve to bring effective government 22nd February 2023 We are approaching a significant milestone for our country. This year, we will mark the 25th anniversary of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement. It has given... Articles
The Albion - Another Great British Pub 25th January 2023 I recently took the opportunity to pop into The Albion pub located on the corner of Albion Road and Nelson Road Central in the centre of the town, The pub... Local News
Brandon Lewis hails gateway transformation cash 19th January 2023 The Government has revealed that Great Yarmouth is to receive a further regeneration boost as they announce the town’s successful bid for £20 million of... Local News
Campaigning to reverse BBC local radio cuts 19th January 2023 A big thank you to everyone who has signed my online petition seeking a reversal of the cuts imposed on BBC Radio Norfolk by corporation executives. Along with... Local News
