The Speaker has granted my request for a debate in the House of Commons on April 18 on “Farming on Dartmoor” at which Dartmoor’s MPs’ call for an independent inquiry into the proper balancing of public interests on Dartmoor will be fully debated and the minister will respond. https://t.co/eeuKvVKGLn
Wonderful to attend the Bideford Manor Court held for the first time for 3 years. My thanks to the Mayor and Town Council and to the riveting speaker on Bideford and Devon History, Todd Gray! https://t.co/6X4vPlfGot
Dartmoor MPs call for independent inquiry into management of the Moor https://t.co/jxApqRIQyu
Torridge selected for Government’s new Levelling Up Partnerships Programme https://t.co/owSrWQzkz3
My thanks to Principal Tristan Muller-Forster and the Chairman and CEO of the Dartmoor MAT for meeting and briefing me today on the early plans for rebuilding Tavistock College after the great news that it is part of the National School Rebuilding programme. https://t.co/FlRK0N6ZRc
Torridge to be included in Government's Levelling Up Partnerships programme https://t.co/tIM8RwxYu5
I am very pleased that Torridge will be the location of a Levelling Up Partnership unlocking millions of additional investment in our area on top of the successful Marine Innovation Centre bid in January. https://t.co/EuiTffeLYx
Representations made. Letters written. Hoping for some more good news for Torridge in the budget today. 🤞
Visiting Tavistock’s Counsellors South West to be briefed on the important services they provide in supporting community mental health. My thanks to Tricia Stewart and the team! https://t.co/laoDazyf3H
Another valuable meeting with local farmers, friends and neighbours in West Devon this morning and feedback on Dartmoor grazing, ELMS, Bovine TB and more. My thanks to hosts the Dawes and the NFU for the arrangements, hot coffee and pasties! https://t.co/wFjHReUUR6