Mid Sussex District Council launched, just after the General Election, a 21-day consultation on the unwarranted proposed extension of parking charges to evenings & weekends - deadline to have your say is Thursday 1st August. I urge all residents and businesses to take part. Full details can be found on my website under News. These charges the Lib Dems & their local Coalition, are trying to introduce on Sundays, Bank holidays, & evenings are a huge concern together with possibly our villages included too in the future. While cost of living remains challenging, our Council has overseen a 10% increase in councillor allowances & so it’s even more important we challenge this on behalf of local residents, our economy and our businesses.
I was thrilled to attend the Food & Drink Federation’s Parliamentary Reception last week - my first as MP for East Grinstead, Uckfield & the villages. A brilliant opportunity to speak with small businesses about their work, how important the sector is to our economy & the crucial role they play. As an MP, I’ve been proud to support this sector from organising networking Business Breakfasts in the constituency to showcasing local food & drink talent at my Parliamentary Receptions.
So I am pleased to share we’re already planning a September Business event & alongside an Autumn Parliamentary Reception for local businesses to showcase and launch their amazing local products. So, if you would like to join my Parliamentary Reception 'A Taste from Across EGU' showcasing your products in Westminster to MPs, Lords, staff, and special guests - please do get in touch.
I’ll also be going LIVE again on Facebook on Wednesday 24th July at 18:30-to ask me questions and hear about what I’ve been up to both locally and in Parliament.
Ofwat's draft determinations on water companies' plans from April 2025–March 2030 are now open for consultation. The draft determinations are an important milestone in a price review, as they outline preliminary decisions on pricing, investment, & service delivery for water companies for a five-year period. The consultation deadline is noon 28th August - https://www.ofwat.gov.uk/consultation/pr24-draft-determinations/
