Gigabit-speed broadband coverage up to 80% in South East Cambs Monday, 13 May, 2024 ‘Project Gigabit’ is the Government’s flagship £5 billion programme to enable hard-to-reach communities to access lightning-fast gigabit-capable broadband. Alongside neighbouring parliamentary colleagues, I have made the case for better connectivity in Cambridgeshire for several years, and was proud that our county was selected as one of the first areas in the country to benefit. Latest data from... Local News
National Lockdown- 5th November- 2nd December 1st November 2020 Yesterday the Prime Minister announced a proposed national lockdown which will take place from Thursday 5th November until Wednesday 2nd December. Subject to... Local News
A10 Junction Improvements bid for the Spending Review 27th October 2020 I have today written in support of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority bid submission for junction improvements and dualling of the A10 at... Local News
Soham Station project 23rd October 2020 I recently met with Network Rail representatives to discuss the Soham Station project, and plans for communicating with residents over the course of the works... Local News
Ely Area Capacity Enhancement Consultation 19th October 2020 In the coming years, Network Rail is planning major improvements to the rail network across the entire eastern region, as part of a program called the Ely Area... Local News
Cultural Recovery Fund 15th October 2020 I'm delighted that the Department for Culture Media and Sport will provide direct financial support to local cultural centres in our area - KD Theatre... Local News
Premier League's Matchday Support Fund 13th October 2020 Fantastic to hear that 5 football clubs in our area will receive funding from the Premier League's Matchday Support Fund. The following clubs will all receive:... Local News
Sunnica Energy Farm Virtual Meetings 6th October 2020 I recently held three very productive virtual open meetings with residents from Isleham, Chippenham and Snailwell to discuss the proposed Sunnica Energy Farm. I... Local News
Further financial support for Coronavirus recovery 25th September 2020 Yesterday the Chancellor announced further and new measures to support our economy through the Coronavirus recovery. These measures include: - A new Job Support... Local News
UK trade deal with Japan 25th September 2020 Last week the UK agreed a major new trade deal with Japan. This is excellent news for the future of our trading relationship with one of the world’s largest... Local News