We must be good ancestors
I often visit the RSPB Reserve at Arne. I find peace among its trees, and although not a twitcher…
Tenants facing huge energy bills hike
IN recent months we have all seen terrifying increases in our energy bills and heard reports of households taking…
Home Office reveals barge plan for 500 asylum seekers off Dorset coast
DORSET will be home to the first berthed vessel in the UK to be used to house asylum seekers. The…
Another month, yet another Budget
I recall that, once upon a time, the Budget was something that happened in the spring and a battered…
Having a home – a fundamental right
On my way for a coffee in Wareham last week, I passed a young man wrapped up in a…
Nitty-gritty of how Westminster works
One of the things I most enjoy about being an MP is meeting school students – they always have…
More should get free school meals
Ten years ago, Liberal Democrats in Government announced the introduction of Universal Infant Free School Meals, saving parents of…
Giovanna Lewis – speaking for us all
No serious scientist denies the climate crisis. According to a 2021 review, more than 99.9% of scientific studies conclude…
So, where does all my rubbish go?
PART of my job as cabinet member for Culture, Communities and Customer Services at Dorset Council is waste. I’ve…
Refugees: Teacher’s example to follow
MY two grandsons will be visiting over Easter. They love Swanage. I took the opportunity, therefore, to look at…