I have always known County Upper to be a very good school and was most concerned by Ofsted’s findings during their recent inspection.

The UK public finances have reached a turning point. I am delighted that our economy will continue to grow and the jobs market will continue to thrive.

With tourism week culminating on Sunday, now is a perfect opportunity to reflect on the attractions our area has to offer and the warm welcome that awaits them.  With centuries of history, stunning countryside and its annual festivals, Bury St Edmunds and beyond is a must.

I am delighted Stowmarket Station will receive funding in the next phase of the Access for All programme.

The campaign for this year’s World Book Day was ‘Share a Story’. Just ten minutes of reading a day can make a huge difference to a child’s learning and development.

I welcome the recent announcement that there will be a consultation on government proposals to amend the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 to deal with challenges communities can face with unauthorised encampments. This shows the importance being given to this issue in government.

International Women’s Day gives us an opportunity every year to take stock of the work being done in the UK and around the world to bring equality for women.

The data published by the Office for National Statistics this month showed a number of positive trends in the labour market. The number of people in work is at a record high and wages outpaced inflation for the eleventh month in a row.

I had an enjoyable afternoon visiting Treatt in Bury St Edmunds with Liz Truss, Chief Secretary to the Treasury. There is nothing better than highlighting the fantastic businesses in my constituency to colleagues in Government!

The 2019 Rural Shop Report reveals that rural convenience stores provide flexible jobs for almost 140,000 people, have invested over £271m in improving their businesses, and are providing a wider range of services despite being hampered by slower than average broadband speeds and unreliable mobil