Earlier this week, I provided testimony to the DWP Select Committee. It is imperative that the government promptly establishes a fair redress mechanism to address the DWP's mishandling of pension age changes for 1950s women youtu.be/nrQtBapEQ-0

The Government needs to carry out a climate change risk assessment for the East Anglian coast which has taken such a battering in recent months. We could then establish a regional coast defence strategy to protect homes, businesses & infrastructure youtu.be/-Vl-_j0r2m4

During Prime Minister’s Questions, I highlighted the East of England's vital role in UK energy security and renewable transition. I urged the PM to ensure Government coordination for coastal community protection and deliver local job opportunities youtu.be/TUvhkfplBV0

I recently led a Westminster Hall debate on proposed changes to furnished holiday lettings taxation. I advocate pausing these proposals for consultation. A localised approach would be more effective than a one-size-fits-all solution youtu.be/wymV-Dr9UME

In Education Questions yesterday, I raised my concerns at the drop in level 2 apprenticeship starts in recent years and asked what the Government is doing to reverse this decline which is vital in promoting social mobility and levelling up youtu.be/iZRcRcT42I0

Great to be in Parliament today to discuss the UK beet sugar industry, a fantastic opportunity to share the opportunities and challenges we face over the coming years #sugarbeet

In yesterday's debate I stressed the need to rethink the approach to hospice funding & meeting the demand for palliative care. I urged the Government to back the partnership between Norfolk & Waveney ICB & St Elizabeth East Coast hospice for a new facility youtu.be/C6vYwTEfJvM

I spoke in the Second Reading on the Finance Bill yesterday to highlight that we need closer dialogue between the Government & the offshore oil & gas industry to we can rebuild the UK’s reputation as a prime destination for investment in the energy sector youtu.be/p1VqqqPOGrw

Following our meeting last year - ‘How will the Innovation Region help deliver Economic Growth, Levelling Up and Net Zero in the East of England? - please see excellent reply from Andrew Griffith MP MP and Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Minister eastofenglandappg.org.uk/wp-content/upl… Peter Aldous MP Daniel Zeichner

After yesterday's Commons statement, I urged the Government to swiftly address the state pension age issue for 1950s-born women. Compliance with Ombudsman's recommendations is crucial for democratic accountability youtu.be/u5TqbF31uTo

After the Ombudsman's report on women's state pension age, I urged Government to work with Parliament to remedy this injustice as quickly as possible. Having long supported WASPI women campaigners, it's time to put things right youtu.be/kLEMj6m20DE

We attended the APPG for British offshore oil & gas presenting our industry manifesto. It's great to have cross party support & to hear from our Chair Peter Aldous MP & Vice Chair mary glindon.

Our message is clear - choose a homegrown energy transition.

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During Education Questions, I raised concerns about how the current maths & English requirements hinder apprentice recruitment. I urged the Government to integrate these skills into apprenticeship standards for better relevance & employer confidence youtu.be/lMsgW6Mvy-8

Yesterday I highlighted the challenges facing social care in places like Suffolk, where the population is increasingly elderly, and called on the Government to commission a long-term workforce plan for adult social care equivalent to that for the NHS youtu.be/QcpRJCAffA0

In Energy Questions, I sought assurance from the Government on commitment to public-private collaboration vital for ensuring successful transition of offshore energy to renewables, bringing investment and jobs nationwide youtu.be/fblLuIPq8hg

I spoke in a debate on the challenges facing the hospitality sector. I called on the Government to help ease the burden of higher energy costs and the increase in national minimum wage by introducing measures a variety of measures youtu.be/XvFcDbynHvw

Thank you to Peter Aldous MP for speaking in support of our ask of a 3% cap on business rates increases at the Budget, in yesterday's parliamentary debate on fiscal support for the sector.

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In Parliament yesterday, I highlighted the challenges in getting sports authorities to work together in the development of  grassroots multi-sport facilities and called on the Government to do more to promote collaboration youtu.be/feKJRy-v_IU

I spoke in a debate on the Offshore Petroleum Licensing Bill amendments to reduce flaring of methane & to improve marine spatial planning. These are well-reasoned, though these issues are better negotiated by the independent North Sea Transition Authority youtu.be/PbS_NVywIDg

Great to hear that The Seagull Lowestoft CIC has received funding from Historic England for an #EverydayHeritage project called Lantern.  I look forward to following their progress!  historicengland.org.uk/whats-new/in-y…