I met Jon Chaloner, Chief Executive, and Sarah Lynagh, Chief Operating Officer, of GLF Schools to discuss the newly opened Kilnwood Vale Primary School.

It was great to hear from Jon and Sarah how the school has already become an important part of the Kilnwood Vale community.

Politics isn’t meant to be easy.  What is determined matters to the country and its citizens and passions can run high, though the vast majority of people with whom I have ever spent time, of all party persuasions, do so out of a genuine desire to improve peoples’ lives. 

It was a pleasure to attend the launch of Cabin Pressure Spirits’ new Serpent Gin.

The launch took place at Horsham’s Crates Local, who provide a wonderful selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables all plastic free!

The Queen’s Speech

I have campaigned continuously since I was first elected in 2015 for a better local rail and this column all too often has been focussed on issues we need to get right. Many remain but it is nonetheless important to recognise real improvements to the service – and these are happening.

Summer, for most students, is a relaxing six week break from school. But for A Level and GCSE students, Summer can be a nervous time waiting for results day!

Before the European Referendum I pledged to respect the decision to be made by the British people regarding our 40 year membership of the EU.

Congratulations to all students who collected their A-Level results yesterday!

Results locally were excellent, with both Collyers and The Weald achieving an A Level pass rate of 99 per cent!

I was pleased to be informed today that South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust has been taken out of special measures.

Taking time out of their summer holidays, many young people are undertaking their National Citizenship Service.