I join with people from across the world to express my deep sadness at the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies to King Charles III, the Queen Consort and all of the Royal Family at their loss.
What a difference a few years make. An empty inbox on Townlands Memorial Hospital. Very few complaints about what is a first class hospital. Beds for patients set up in the neighbouring care home, originally put in at the request of some sections of the town - given back to the care sector.
The Schools Bill, which is currently going through parliamentary process, has raised some concerns for people who home school their children. Many of those concerned have signed a public petition to be presented in the House as a way of bringing the concerns to the attention of the Minister.
This is a short statement on my position with regards to Boris Johnson. In my discussion with the Whips and others I have indicated my view that he should step down. I understand that he has now said that he will resign.
Since being appointed Leader of the UK Parliamentary Delegtion to the Council of Europe John has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of the work of the Council and the delegation. On 15th June he led a debate in Westminster Hall to promote this further.
I signed up to the Big Plastic Count and have been horrified by the amount of single-use plastic that I get through - the majority from supermarket products (vegetables and meat products being wrapped) which are avoidable.
At the preset time the decision on the fate of the future of the Prime Minister, rests with me and my colleagues. I do not believe that it is a straightforward decision to make. In this piece I have tried to unpick the criticisms made.
