Community spirit has always been one of the many strengths of our special corner of England. I have seen so many wonderful examples of help and support since the start of the pandemic – which has become the most serious national crisis we have faced

The coronavirus pandemic is the most serious national crisis we have faced in our lifetimes. Many residents have told me about hardships at this time, from mental health to business recovery. There is help available on many issues, so do get in touch if you

Leaving Europe at the end of the year will mean different controls at the Port. It is vital that the local traffic management systems are robust and effective to manage that. I have been working with the District Council leader, Cllr Trevor Bartlett, Kent County

On Monday a new set of COVID-19 guidance and laws came into force. The virus remains a killer and cases are on the rise. So reducing the rate of the spread of infection remains vital. These new rules seek to manage the national response to

It’s been confirmed that the traffic problems in Dover were caused by a Home Office security operation that involved checking all vehicles and passengers at Dover and other ports. It is of course vital the Home Office is able to take whatever steps it feels

Government Ministers have confirmed that abandoned migrant boats will be donated to charities, accepting my proposal on the idea. I have been calling for a crackdown on illegal people-smuggling across the English Channel and approached Ministers about the idea in July. It followed reports some

It is great news that High Speed train services have been restored to Deal and the villages from this week (Monday 7 September) following talks with rail bosses. Train services between Dover and Ramsgate on the High Speed line had been suspended and reduced during