Flags are not patriotic – they’re vandalism

Flags are not patriotic – they’re vandalism

Last month, St George’s crosses were painted on roundabouts here in Tiverton. I spoke to Devon Live about it, and I wanted to set out my views more fully here. Let me be clear from the start: these acts of vandalism are not patriotism. They’re pathetic,...
On the beat: a shift with Devon and Cornwall Police

On the beat: a shift with Devon and Cornwall Police

Experiencing frontline policing first-hand As Councillor Advocate for Policing, I recently joined Devon and Cornwall Police officers from their Cullompton base to see how day-to-day policing operations work in our area. It was an eye-opening experience that reinforced...
Growing local businesses with Devon Pension Fund investment

Growing local businesses with Devon Pension Fund investment

Supporting the launch of the Foresight South West Fund On 10th July, I was pleased to attend the official opening of Foresight Group’s new office in Exeter, in my capacity as Chair of Devon County Council’s Investment and Pensions Committee. I was joined...
Elected to serve Tiverton West

Elected to serve Tiverton West

I am delighted and honoured to have been elected as your Devon County Councillor for Tiverton West on Thursday 1st May. This result is down to months of hard work from me and the fantastic local Liberal Democrat team – knocking on doors, listening to residents, and...
Lib Dems are committed to Net Zero – unlike the opposition

Lib Dems are committed to Net Zero – unlike the opposition

Climate change is not just a priority for responsible world leaders, it should be a concern for us all at a local level. My personal view is very clear: I will work to ensure we reduce our impacts on the environment in Devon and stick by our commitment to net zero –...