In the latest edition of Horsham's Man in Westminster: John Milne MP discusses his visits to local businesses, meeting local residents, and skills for young people.
The government has said it will be bypassing key habitats legislation, which has protected a delicate wetlands environment in Horsham District against over-abstraction of water supplies. This will unleash permission for 21,000 new homes, Ministers say.
The Liberal Democrats have issued a strong rebuke to the Conservative-led West Sussex County Cabinet for its recommendation to pursue a single county unitary authority despite overwhelming public, stakeholder, and staff opposition.
After a busy time at the Lib Dem Autumn conference, John has been hosting surgeries as well as meeting students and organisations around the local area.
This week John discusses the Bus Services Bill, Pavement Parking, and community pharmacies.
I recently attended the launch of a new book called ‘The Climate Diplomat’ by Pete Betts, a senior civil servant, about the struggle to avert our climate crisis.