Success in Paris contrasts with disorder at home I am thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our UK’s athletes … Read More
Celebrating Olympic Excellence
Politics
WOMADNESS
Reflections from WOMAD – celebrating unity in diversity Last weekend I had the joy of attending our own “Glastonbury” – … Read More
Reviving Respect
Bringing Humanity Back to British Politics In last Sunday’s edition of BBC’s “Politics West”, we delved into why people are increasingly reluctant … Read More
From Hustings to Hallowed Halls
A New MP’s Whirlwind Week of Tradition and Transformation This has been a week of mixed emotions, with pride and … Read More
From Your New MP
We did it! I’d like to welcome the new readers who have signed up over the last few weeks while … Read More
Pause Pending Polling Day
Pushing for the finish Two weeks today, the UK heads to the polls. With especial apologies to those who have … Read More
Pride, Prejudice and Politics
Time to put Britain and its people first The Guardian reports that national pride is divided along party lines. “Labour and the … Read More
War and Peace
Which would YOU prefer? Today, I will be heading to Cirencester for the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the … Read More
The Bear Pit of Politics
Positive policies rather than politicking and potshots I expect that everybody who is going out doorknocking on behalf of a … Read More