Is the honeymoon over before its begun? 2nd July 2026 When Andy Burnham entered the Commons chamber to be re-sworn-in as an MP, he was greeted by a 1-2 heckle: someone shouted “Rome is Saved!” and then someone else... Articles for the Herald and Post
Landmark moment in campaign to restrict social media for under-16s 25th June 2026 This week the Prime Minister announced that the government will ban social media use for children under the age of 16. The restrictions will apply to platforms... Articles for the Herald and Post
Alpacas, sheepdogs and 6,000 sheep - a day on a Hampshire farm 18th June 2026 The streaming hit that is Clarkson’s Farm returned to screens last week for its fifth season. The opening episode followed novice farmer Jeremy Clarkson’s... Articles for the Herald and Post
We should not wait for the last bank to close 11th June 2026 Last week I launched a survey on access to banking in our area. During my time as an MP, I have seen bank branches disappear from our high streets as they have... Articles for the Herald and Post
The BBC at a crossroads as viewing habits shift 28th May 2026 I recently met pupils from a number of local schools to discuss their television viewing habits as part of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee’s inquiry into... Articles for the Herald and Post
Labour’s Problem Is Bigger Than Its Leader 21st May 2026 From the moment the number of Labour MPs calling for their own party leader to leave No 10 hit the dozens, it was a point of no return – either to the upheaval... Articles for the Herald and Post
Government needs to re-think its approach to the countryside 14th May 2026 Urban and rural Britain sometimes seem to be treated as separate worlds. They aren’t. They depend on each other, and always have. The strength of our national... Articles for the Herald and Post
Rethinking social media in childhood 7th May 2026 The policy landscape on smartphones in schools and social media for children is finally beginning to shift here, as it has in other countries. In recent weeks... Articles for the Herald and Post
Hidden plan for higher density housing in government consultation 30th April 2026 It is well known that East Hampshire has been subject to a huge increase in the house building target handed to it by central government. Less widely known... Articles for the Herald and Post