Today, the Chancellor set out the Government’s Winter Economic Plan. The Plan forms the next phase of the planned economic response to Coronavirus.

In normal times last weekend’s “Battle of Britain” Sunday would have been marked by a commemoration in Horsham’s Carfax, a parade by Horsham’s own (1015 Squadron) Air Cadets and a Civic service at St Mary’s.

Yesterday the Prime Minister made a statement regarding the rising number of Coronavirus cases. 

While not the same as meeting in person, it was great to do a Zoom call with the Rusty Brains group. 

It was great to meet up with Willie Hamilton and Ben Hewson for an update on “Horsham BID”. 

I spent part of last week supporting UK companies engaged overseas in winning export orders.  Landing business is never easy.

With over 67,000 meals claimed through “eat out to help out” across nearly 100 venues in our area the scheme has proved a huge success locally and nationally.  It has contributed to getting people back into our towns and villages.

The Government consultation on planning reform remains in its early stages and I am liaising with our Councils and my fellow West Sussex Parliamentarians, as we engage with the Govt on the way to ensure these plans deliver in an appropriate way, nationally and locally.

Parliament returned this week from the summer break with a heavy legislative programme ahead.

One of the areas that I know will keep Ministers busy will be the issue of Planning Reform on which the Government has launched a consultation. 

It was a pleasure to visit the Capitol  to hear about their current programme - all supported by Covid precautions.

During the enforced closure,  staff have made impressive improvements to The Capitol. 

Photo Credit: Jeremy Quin Visited The Capitol in Horsham.