It’s been back to Westminster this week for the State Opening of Parliament. This ceremonial event marks the start of a Parliamentary Session, and involves the Monarch delivering a speech outlining the Government’s agenda for the session.
It has been great to spend more time in the constituency this past week, Parliament is currently prorogued (closed!) so I have been taking advantage of the time here at home.
This week saw the terrifying attack in Golders Green, where two people were stabbed. The incident has been classified as an act of terror by the Police.
As the story of Mandelson’s failed security vetting rumbles on, it has felt like a very turbulent week in politics.
Folkestone and Hythe have been awarded the Regulator of Social Housing's highest consumer standards rating, C1, for its Council Housing service. It is the first council in Kent, and one of just 13% of councils nationwide, to hold the top grade.
New report warns Highland “cost of living premium” must shape any new devolution deal