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VIDEO: BBC ratchet up the pressure on petrol-pricesBBC journalist Andrew Sinclair has filed a MUST SEE report on the MPs debate, which I led yesterday, calling for cheaper petrol and diesel (you can see a video above).As he says in his report, fuel prices are now at boiling point and this is one issue that is just not going away for millions of hardpressed people. We need action on tax, on the oil companies,... |
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Visiting Rowan School
Last week, I visited Rowan Preparatory School for girls in Claygate (pictured below with students and headteacher, Kathy Kershaw). I spoke a bit about the role of an MP and took questions. It is always interesting to hear back what students think an MP does - and indeed what he or she should do!It was...
VIDEO: Stop the Fuel Price Hike
This morning I appeared on BBC Norfolk to call for the Government to think again on the planned August increase in Fuel Duty. To help with the fight, please sign the petition at www.petrolpromise.com and ask YOUR local MP to join the fight.Please listen to the video above to hear the...
Olympic Torch comes to Heartlands
The fact that the Olympic Torch relay started in Cornwall was undoubtedly good for our county and helped put Cornwall on the map. The event was well managed and some of those from the Camborne and Redruth area who carried the torch for part of its journey have commended the good work of the organisers...
Water water everywhere, but not enough to drink?
The latest wet drought has highlighted the imperfections of our water industry, with its heavy regulations and government protected regional near monopolies. It takes some kind of genius to be short of water in an island famed for its heavy rainfall in many parts. It shows...
NORPIP Conference
The NORPIP Conference, 'Two Is Too Late' took place last Friday and it was a sell out! I was delighted with the turnout – over 500 delegates and a waiting list besides. We had representatives from 27 Local Authorities, from Kirklees to Cornwall to Jersey and delegates from Adoption UK, The Royal...
Et tu, Brute
So even Christine Lagarde, Osborne’s neoliberal capitalist ally now ensconced at the IMF, has turned against him. Even she is now uttering the words that will not escape his lips – words that no Tory MP is permitted to utter – namely that the need for Plan B is...
VIDEO: Urging the Government to cut petrol prices at the pumps
Today I lead a debate for Cheaper Petrol and Diesel. You can watch the whole debate in the video above. Please help me by signing the PetrolPromise.com petition for cheaper petrol and diesel HERE. by Robert Halfon MP - Working Hard for Harlow.promoted by Cllr Andrew Johnson on...
We need a watchdog, not a lapdog
So, I've adopted a dog, called Milo. Expect it's not a real dog, it's a watchdog and it's all part of Which?'s 'Watchdog not Lapdog' campaign to show support for a strong, open and proactive financial regulator that stands up for consumers.You may be aware that the Financial Services Bill is currently...
Do you know a high achieving woman?
If you've got your copy of the Enfield Independent already today then you may have seen an article calling for nominations for the 'Diamond Jubilee Women of Achievement Awards.' It's an initiative that's stemmed from David Burrowes, the MP for Enfield Southgate but it applies to the whole of Enfield...
The British criminal Conrad Black
The convicted fraudster, Conrad Black, has been given temporary residence in Canada for 12 months following his release from a Federal penitentiary in Florida where he was known as prisoner 18330-424. In 2001 he infuriated Canadians by renouncing his Canadian citizenship to become a member of the...
Tomorrow could change your life
We've had just three weeks to prepare for tomorrow's jobs fair and it's been a push to get businesses, local training providers, colleges, and prospective employees invited in time, and to get it in everyone's diaries, but I am hopeful that there will be a decent turn out.Are you coming?If you're...
NEWS: South Swindon MP has another active day in Parliament
Robert Buckland MP had a busy day in the House of Commons yesterday, speaking in three different debates. To start the day in the Chamber Robert Buckland questioned Mark Harper, the Minister for Political and Constitutional Reform, about the proposed changes to the Electoral Register. The changes...
Reforms to help children with Special Educational Needs
I have been interested in Special Educational Needs (SEN) for over 30 years and have been a school governor at two Special Schools. The Government has just announced reforms designed to make things simpler for parents, giving them the power to control personal budgets for their children – meaning they...
Fantastic news on Cruise Liner Terminal
The news that Liverpool Cruise Liner Terminal is to be granted turnaround facilities is a massive boost for the city, the local economy and our profile internationally. Mayor Anderson and others across the city have worked tirelessly to bring this about, and it is testament to their dedication that...
