John comments further on the situation in Gaza Wednesday, 10 April, 2024 In any conflict situation there is a limit to what light any individual MP can shed on each and every development or each claim and counterclaim. In any given situation we have to wait for facts to emerge and hence I am writing periodically to respond on key issues raised with me to allow time to get a better understanding on the situation. The one thing that does not change is the overall desire... Opinions
John joins Autism at Kingwood for Henley allotment launch 4th August 2020 John joined patrons Dame Stephanie Shirley and Jeremy Irons for the official launch of the Autism at Kingwood's allotment in Henley. The allotment provides... Local News
Planning Reforms 4th August 2020 The Local Development Plan for an area is made up of the district council’s Local Plan and relevant Neighbourhood Plans. But does it do what it says on the tin... Opinions
John comments on the sentences for the killing of Andrew Harper 31st July 2020 The death of PC Andrew Harper left a deep impression on us all. This was a police officer simply doing his duty. It has also shocked the nation. The media... Opinions
Nurses Pay 24th July 2020 The NHS staff have been phenomenal in their courage fighting Covid-19 and I am thankful that we have access to such a wonderful service. That is why I am... Westminster News
The Trade Bill 22nd July 2020 When writing about and reflecting on the Trade Bill, I am conscious that much of the discussion has very little to do with trade or with the Bill itself. The... Opinions
EEH Transport Strategy Consultation Launched 15th July 2020 England's Economic Heartland's (EEH) formal consultation on its Draft Transport Strategy has now been launched. It closes at midnight on 6th October. The... Local News
John expresses concern at conviction of human rights defenders in Turkey 9th July 2020 Following the recent convictions of the four Turkish human rights defenders - Taner Kılıç, İdil Eser, Günal Kuşun and Özlem Dalkıran - in the so-called Büyükada... European News
Trade and Agriculture Commission to be set up 1st July 2020 The Secretary of State for Internatianl Development has announced that a Trade and Agriculture Commission will be set up to advise the Government on trade... Westminster News
Post Office Horizon System 24th June 2020 The problems with the Post Office Horizon software is an issue that John has been aware of since becoming an MP when a constituent who had been involved in the... Westminster News