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Many people have contacted me and asked for my opinions on some of the current issues and topics facing society today. As such, I thought it would be sensible...

On Sunday 2nd June 2024, I was absolutely delighted to attend the 33rd Charter Anniversary of The Lions Club of Leigh on Sea. The ceremony and lunch took place...

On Tuesday 28th May 2024, I was delighted to drop in to the 100th birthday party celebrations of Catherine Miller House resident, Doris Parfitt. Doris was born...

On Friday 24th May, I spent a lovely morning with Colin Baldwin, the priest at St Cedd's and St Stephen's churches, part of a lively and growing community here...

Today, Friday 24th May 2024, I officially launched my General Election campaign with the backing of my fantastic team of supporters. I genuinely enjoy getting...

On Friday 17th May 2024, I was pleased to attend the launch of the new Fracture Liaison Service at Southend Hospital and I very much enjoyed chatting with...

I was delighted to attend the Mayor Making ceremony at the Civic Centre and welcome Southend’s first independent Mayor Ron Woodley. I’d like to thank the...

I was pleased to support Melanoma Awareness Month in Parliament and meet with representatives from Focus on Melanoma and The Karen Clifford Skin Cancer Charity...

I never take it for granted that we live in a democracy where every single adult has the right to vote freely, fairly and in complete confidence. Following on...