New Clause 17 of the Trade Bill was one of more than 50 amendments that were put forward to the Bill for potential consideration on Monday. Unfortunately, the scope of this amendment has been wilfully misinterpreted by some, as is often the case with opposition amendments and it has been suggeste

Last week began with the passing of the Domestic Abuse Bill on Monday; a historic piece of legislation that strengthens protections for victims of domestic abuse and ensures that perpetrators will face the full force of the law at the earliest possible stage.

Parliament is still an odd place to be at the moment, with so few staff and visitors, and social distancing measures around the estate as well as in the Chamber itself.

I was busy last week both in and out of the House of Commons Chamber.

Post #9 in this series was back on the 15th March, which I must confess seems half a lifetime ago. Since that date my team and I have created nearly 2000 cases, and provided assistance and representation to hundreds of constituents during these incredibly difficult times.

I'm delighted to have been able to work with the local NHS Trust and Newcastle-under-Lyme police to produce this certificate for families to give to children that have been staying at home. I know how difficult it is for them and you!

I would like to thank the team at Cobra Biologics on Keele Science Park for inviting me to come and speak with their CEO and Chief Scientific Officer today, followed by a tour of their manufacturing and research facilities.

We had another very constructive "virtual" session of the Science and Technology Committee today, taking evidence from the four Chief Medical Officers of the different nations of the UK.

If you live in Newcastle-under-Lyme and either need support, or can offer support, the #COVIDー19 Support Network is now live.

Support Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council and Realise charity are co-ordinating support across the Borough.

Each month Newcastle College holds a ‘Student of the Month’ awards presentation that highlights and recognises the individual effort, progress and dedication of Newcastle College students throughout the academic year. This month, I attended to present the awards.