Richard arranges public meeting with GTR Chief for Sandy and Biggleswade station commuters: Thursday 5 March 7.30pm Thursday, 26 February, 2026 The Govia Thameslink (GTR) train service on the Peterborough to Horsham line has seen significant issues over recent years, culminating in the unprecedented levels of disruption during the summer months of 2025. Since 2020, Richard has held many meetings and shared written communications with members of the GTR management team to push for measures that would improve the service, including... Local News
Richard welcomes 10,020 apprenticeship starts since 2010 in North East Bedfordshire 6th February 2024 This Apprenticeship Week, Richard has been celebrating the achievements of our fantastic apprentices in North East Bedfordshire and across the country. Since... Local News
Children and Young People Cancer Taskforce launched 5th February 2024 The Government is joining up with clinicians, charities and patient groups to combat childhood cancer through a new taskforce launched this week. The Children... Local News
Richard's next Town Hall Meeting - 6pm Thursday 8 February in Biggleswade 2nd February 2024 Richard's next 'Town Hall' meeting will be held at The Orchard Centre, Sullivan Court, Erlensee Way, Biggleswade, SG18 8SZ on Thursday, February 8th at 6pm... Local News
Local pharmacy services to offer people more choice in accessing care 1st February 2024 Richard has welcomed the launch of the government’s Pharmacy First approach, helping patients across North East Bedfordshire to receive care more quickly... Local News
Richard welcomes £766,704 investment for sports facilities in North East Bedfordshire 31st January 2024 Richard has welcomed the news that North East Bedfordshire will benefit from £766,704 in new funding as a result of the government’s long-term investment in... Local News
UK workers see boost in take home pay thanks to National Insurance cut 30th January 2024 Millions of workers will have seen a boost to their take home pay as January’s pay comes into bank accounts across the UK. A household with two average earners... Local News
Richard holds a drop-in surgery in Moggerhanger. Next one in Great Barford on 9 February. 29th January 2024 Last Friday, Richard held a drop-in surgery in Moggerhanger Village Hall. Richard holds a mix of surgeries which are "appointment only", "drop-in", and online... Local News
Richard attends National Autistic Society event in Parliament 28th January 2024 Richard attended the National Autistic Society’s 'Let Every Child Learn' event at Portcullis House on Tuesday 23 January 2024, to learn more about the charity’s... Local News
Have your say on bus services in Bedford Borough 26th January 2024 Bedford Borough Council have extended the deadline to share your views in their consultation regarding local bus services and other public transport... Local News
