In recent weeks many constituents have contacted me regarding the provision of health services in Ripley. This is following the news of the proposal by the Jessop Medical Practice to close their Ripley surgery, and the rumoured threats to the future of Ripley Hospital. I therefore want to offer some…
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Dear Constituent,
Welcome to my latest newsletter to keep you updated on my work in Parliament and around Amber Valley.
As always, you’ll find a selection of what I’ve been up to over the last month and details of upcoming events. You’ll also find the usual information about my columns and how to get in touch.
General Election – 8th June 2017:The Prime Minister, Theresa May, recently called a General Election for the 8th June 2017. It is [...]
Read MoreSocial care is a pressing topic at the moment and a matter which I know is of concern to many residents of Amber Valley. Our social care system cares for over a million people, and I pay tribute to the hundreds of thousands of carers who work in it, yet the system is clearly under pressure. Current funding is not keeping pace with demand for health and social care services which is why the Public Accounts Committee, on which I [...]
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Dear Constituent,
Welcome to my latest newsletter to keep you updated on my work in Parliament and around Amber Valley.
As always, you’ll find a selection of what I’ve been up to over the last month and details of upcoming events. You’ll also find the usual information about my columns and surgeries, and how to get in touch.
Article 50 triggered:Last week, the Prime Minister notified the European Council of the Government’s decision to invoke Article 50 and [...]
Read MoreIt’s been a busy month in Westminster, as the Chancellor announced the financial plan for the year ahead in the Budget and, after a bit of ping pong between the Houses, the Brexit Bill has passed through Parliament and received Royal Assent. This means the Prime Minister can now trigger Article 50 by the end of March and begin Brexit negotiations.
With our exit from the EU in mind, and the aim of getting Britain and our businesses ready to capitalise [...]
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