In my role as Member of Parliament, I try not only to campaign to improve our local area but also bring attention to charities and local community groups that do great work to support our area, and people in need.
During Defence questions, I raised the case of a constituent serving in the Armed Forces in Cyprus. His children have special educational needs and the school operated by the Ministry Of Defence was unable to offer them adequate support, therefore he had to relocate back to the UK.
We are all about to live through one of the most historic events in our lifetimes. At 11:00pm on January 31st, the end of this week, the United Kingdom will exit the European Union. As regular readers will know I have long stood up for our democracy and for our status as a self-governing nation.
Great atmosphere at the "Stepping out" event at Drighlington Methodist Church. Many had the opportunity to eat together and talk to their families across the world.
