Richard enjoys Clapham Show Thursday, 27 August, 2026 Last Sunday, Richard dropped into the annual Clapham Village Show. Speaking afterwards, he said: What a fun afternoon at the Clapham Village Show last weekend! A huge well done to everyone involved in putting on such a brilliant community event. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting to people, visiting the stalls and, of course, having a go at the human fruit machine run by the wonderful Clapham Belles WI... Local News
Richard responds to the sad announcement of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh 9th April 2021 Following the announcement of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Richard commented on the Prince's lifetime of public service: "The passing of... Articles
Further easing of Covid restrictions confirmed for 12 April 8th April 2021 The Prime Minister confirmed this week that the roadmap is on track and planned easements can go ahead. Significant parts of the indoor economy and further... Westminster News
New legal duties on water companies and government to reduce the amount of sewage discharged into our waterways 8th April 2021 Measures to reduce sewage discharges into rivers from storm overflows will be put into law to improve the quality of water in our rivers. During wet weather... Westminster News
Richard's views on vaccine passports 7th April 2021 Richard sets out his views on vaccine passports (or “Covid status certificates”): I am not supportive of the Government’s early draft ideas for domestic vaccine... Opinions
Cleaning up tobacco litter 7th April 2021 The government is considering measures to make tobacco companies reduce litter caused by their products to protect the environment and save local councils money... Westminster News
Free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing available to everyone from 9 April 7th April 2021 Everyone in England will be able to access free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing from 9 April. Rapid testing has so far been available to those most at risk... Westminster News
Free qualifications on offer to boost skills and jobs 6th April 2021 The government has launched hundreds of new qualifications ensuring adults without A Levels, an advanced technical diploma or equivalent have the opportunity to... Westminster News
New Victims’ Code comes into force 5th April 2021 A new Victims’ Code came into force on 1 April that will give victims of crime better support from the police, courts and other criminal justice agencies... Westminster News
£163,461 funding boost to support cultural and heritage sites in North East Bedfordshire 4th April 2021 North East Bedfordshire will receive £163,461 to support cultural and heritage organisations, including local landmark, Moggerhanger Park, as they reopen and... Local News
