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

Last week Kent Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Scott, came to Deal to meet with me and Deal Councillor, Peter Jull, to discuss the priorities for Kent Police in our area and his role as Commissioner. In Kent the numbers of police are rising. In

Locally we have some very good schools, as well as schools that are improving at pace. As the start of term approaches, now is the time to focus on making sure our young people are able to return to school – safe in the knowledge

At least seven people have lost their lives in British waters so far in August. These included a 12-year-old year old girl, as well as a mum and a dad in different parts of the country who died trying to rescue their children who had

Over the last week our area saw an influx of two groups – beach day trippers and national media covering the record arrival of migrants in small boats. In many respects those two groups represent the opportunity, but also the challenge, of being both the

It was a real honour to spend time with Kingsdown resident Jim Miller as he celebrated his 100th birthday. Jim was on great form, happy at home surrounded by cards and good wishes. In pride of place, that very special card from the Queen, as

From Super Neighbours to East Kent PPE, we have seen our community coming together in so many ways to make a difference during the pandemic. Making sure that young people aren’t left behind is one of the great challenges posed by it. Voluntary and school