A year of Sir Keir 7th August 2025 Last summer, Labour swept into government with a landslide majority of over 170. The huge scale of the win in seats (though the vote share was somewhat lower)... Articles for the Herald and Post
SEND reform brings uncertainty about EHCPs 31st July 2025 In a recent interview, the Education Secretary refused to confirm what the future is for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) under the Government’s plans... Articles for the Herald and Post
Have your say on the future of the Post Office 24th July 2025 Earlier this week, the government announced a summer-long public consultation on the future of the Post Office. When we hear ‘Post Office’ we think immediately... Articles for the Herald and Post
Another blow to hospitality? 17th July 2025 In last week’s column, I mentioned a debate I recently attended on the hospitality sector. This felt like an important debate to be part of for several of... Articles for the Herald and Post
One Friday in June 10th July 2025 June is always a busy month. With village fetes, music festivals, and picnics in the park – accompanied by the hot weather (if sometimes a little too much) - it... Articles for the Herald and Post
The challenge of changing pupil numbers 3rd July 2025 This week, Parliament held its 'Estimates Day' debates, an opportunity for MPs to scrutinise government departmental spending – including Education. I raised... Articles for the Herald and Post
The coming of age for English wine - and Hampshire is leading the way 26th June 2025 English wine is finally enjoying its moment in the sun, and nowhere more so than in Hampshire. Many of the county’s vineyards are concentrated in and around the... Articles for the Herald and Post
Breaking the Silence: Why Men’s Health Needs More Than Awareness 19th June 2025 It’s a truth universally acknowledged - though less often acted upon - that men can be reluctant to talk about their health. This silence can be deadly. That’s... Articles for the Herald and Post
Time to get back on track? 12th June 2025 As the Herald and Post reported at the turn of the year, local rail passenger numbers are still down on their pre-Covid levels. But East Hampshire residents’... Articles for the Herald and Post