Brandon Lewis announces decision to stand down from Parliament at next General Election Thursday, 14 March, 2024 After much thought and deliberation, I have today notified the Chairman of the Great Yarmouth Conservative Association that I will not be standing as a candidate at the next general election. It is not a decision taken easily as it has been the greatest honour of my life to represent the people of Great Yarmouth in Parliament and to work with so many loyal and dedicated local campaigners. I owe... Local News
NHS test and trace up-and-running 2nd June 2020 The new NHS Test and Trace system is now up and running , and we are urging everyone with symptoms to now get tested to help us control the virus and save lives... Articles
New rapid coronavirus testing trial starts 22nd May 2020 Today marks the first day of a trial of a new rapid coronavirus test which could speed up the time it takes to get a test result, helping us to control the... Westminster News
Brandon raises £15,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support 21st May 2020 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... Local News
Covid-19 Recovery Strategy launched by government 11th May 2020 The Government has today published its Covid-19 Recovery Strategy : Coronavirus is the biggest challenge the UK has faced in decades – and we are not alone. All... Articles
Prime Ministerial Statement 11th May 2020 It is now almost two months since the people of this country began to put up with restrictions on their freedom – your freedom – of a kind that we have never... Articles
Working together as we tackle the coronavirus 22nd April 2020 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... Local News
Job retention scheme goes live 21st April 2020 Yesterday the Chancellor announced that more than 140,000 firms applied for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme in the first day of it being available, helping... Articles
New online learning package launched 20th April 2020 The Education Secretary, Gavin Williamson, has unveiled new measures to ensure vulnerable and disadvantaged young people can continue to access vital education... Articles
Our key workers are the heroes of this pandemic 5th April 2020 Over recent years, many people have suggested that I keep a diary of the events that I have witnessed in Westminster and Whitehall. My wife, is one of the... Mercury Column