News and Campaigns

Ahead of the Budget, the Labour Government is freezing train fares for the first time in thirty years, which will help thousands of passengers in Adur and Worthing save money.

Our coasts will be cleaner and wildlife better protected as the Labour Government has signed into law a ban on the sale of plastic wet wipes this week, marking a major step forward in tackling plastic pollution, which devastates Sussex’s beaches and seas.

Last week, we marked Armistice Day with a moving two-minute silence outside Worthing Town Hall, alongside veterans and members of the community, to honour those who defended our country and fought for our freedom.

Lancing’s own Bakkus Taproom and Store headed to Westminster last week, as owner Victoria Tripp joined Tom Rutland MP at a special reception for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from across the South East, hosted by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, at No. 11 Downing Street.

Last week, our community came together to commemorate all those who gave their lives for our freedom.

It was very moving to attend the Remembrance Sunday services in Southwick and Lancing.

There’s lots of news from Westminster this week.

The Prime Minister has secured a £8 billion defence deal with Turkey for the provision of 20 UK Typhoon fighter jets, driving economic growth and creating 20,000 skilled jobs in the UK.

Last week, the Prime Minister visited Peacehaven mosque following the awful arson attack. I welcome the Government’s additional £10 million in security funding for mosques and faith centres to support and protect our Muslim communities.

Ensuring every young person in Adur and Worthing develops the skills they need to thrive is a priority for me. Last week, I asked the Prime Minister what this Labour Government is doing to achieve this goal, and I was pleased to hear more about our new ambition for two-thirds of young people to enter an apprenticeship, further education, or university.

I am delighted to invite all primary aged children across East Worthing and Shoreham to take part in my second Christmas card competition!

After a busy week in the constituency, Parliament has now returned from party conference recess and the Government is working hard to deliver its Plan for Change.