Monthly Update - April 2024 Tuesday, 23 April, 2024 The last month has had a distinctly rural feel, as I have visited farms, a vineyard, and spent a happy morning at the Ashford Market surrounded by cattle and sheep. There has also been a sporting element, as I have been at games at Ashford Rugby Club and Ashford United Football Club. Elsewhere I joined hundreds of people at the Model Railway Exhibitions around the town centre, and attended a very... Local News
Our Man in Westminster - Supporting Local Pubs 6th October 2022 I have been spending some time recently in pubs—purely in the interests of work you will understand. There have been a number of issues surrounding specific... Articles
Our Man in Westminster - A tribute to Her Late Majesty The Queen 22nd September 2022 I am sure I speak for most people when I say that the last couple of weeks have been an extraordinary time. That the Queen is no longer with us cannot be a... Articles
Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II: 1926 - 2022 8th September 2022 The loss of the Queen is desperately sad news. She was the best public servant any country could have. God save the King. Articles
Our Man in Westminster - An update on local issues 8th September 2022 Every September feels like the start of a new term (and new political year) in Westminster just as it does in every school. This year the Parliamentary calendar... Articles
Damian Green MP visits Benenden Hospital 7th September 2022 Ashford MP, Damian Green was given a tour of Benenden Hospital, where he spoke to staff from many departments including Sandeep Wildman - Pharmacy Manager... Articles
Damian Green MP meets with local pub owners John and Mandy 2nd September 2022 Damian recently visited The Wheel Inn to meet the owners, John and Mandy to discuss the issues they are having to keep their pub open. Damian has always been a... Local News
Opportunity for Local Businesses to Meeting Lower Thames Crossing Events 1st September 2022 Local businesses in Ashford are invited to the Lower Thames Crossing ‘Meet the Bidder’ events in September. The event will give businesses to opportunity to... Articles
Our Man in Westminster - Local Water Supplies 28th July 2022 The world has seemed particularly out of its normal orbit in the last few days. Just as Parliament recessed for the summer, normally a time for the pace of life... Articles
Damian Green on Boris Johnson's Resignation 7th July 2022 I am glad that Boris Johnson eventually agreed to resign as Prime Minister, following the clear wishes of Ministers and many backbenchers. He has many... Westminster News