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
Future Fund launches 20th May 2020 The Future Fund has launched today! Aimed at supporting UK-based companies, the Fund offers a convertible loan of between £125,000 and £5 million to support... Local News
The Internet Watch Foundation 19th May 2020 There are a growing number of ‘hidden crimes’ as we spend more time indoors and online during the lockdown. The Internet Watch Foundation, which is based in... Local News
Cash grants to support local businesses 18th May 2020 It is fantastic that the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority has awarded £4.48 million in cash grants to support local businesses. The newly... Local News
Pick for Britain 14th May 2020 Do you want to help pick British crops, fruit and veg during the Coronavirus lockdown? Pick for Britain has detailed information on agencies and organisations... Local News
Soham Station 12th May 2020 Plans for the building of Soham Station are progressing. East Cambridgeshire District Council has received an application from Network Rail for permission to... Local News
Business Banking Online Forum 12th May 2020 I am looking forward to hosting the Business Banking Online Forum on Thursday May 14th with regional representatives of major banks to discuss the financial... Local News
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority launch new digital Talent Portal 7th May 2020 Congratulations to the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority, on the launch of the new digital Talent Portal! Pairing job seekers with new roles... Local News
Bounceback Loan Scheme 30th April 2020 The Government has today announced the Bounce Back Loan Scheme - a new initiative for those in need of smaller loans. ➡️ Businesses can apply for the new Bounce... Local News
Every Mind Matters 29th April 2020 During these challenging times it is important that we take care of our mental health. Every Mind Matters has information and advice on looking after children... Local News