Richard reports that progress is being made with firearms licensing Friday, 24 April, 2026 Last week, Richard met with the head of Firearms Licensing for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire and was pleased to report that steady progress is being made. The signs are that the new processes and increased personnel are helping to reduce the backlog and speed up the process for new applications and renewals. Richard recorded this video giving an update on progress. Commenting... Local News
Richard Objects to East Park Energy Solar Plant Proposal 19th January 2026 Last week, Richard submitted his objection to the proposed East Park Energy Solar Project to the Planning Inspectorate, warning that it would cause unacceptable... Local News
Upcoming meeting on firearms licensing - please let Richard know if you have seen any improvements or would like to make any comments 16th January 2026 In mid-November, Richard had an online meeting with Chief Superintendent Jon Roche of Hertfordshire Police who is the lead officer on firearms licensing for... Local News
Richard holds a town hall meeting in Willington - next one in Sandy on Friday 23 January 16th January 2026 Richard held his latest town hall meeting on Thursday evening at Willington Memorial Hall. There was a great turnout of residents with a number of topics... Local News
Roxton Road and Baron Way Overnight Closures 14th January 2026 National Highways will close Roxton Road and Baron Way overnight (8pm to 6am) from Monday 19th to Friday 24th January 2026. Please follow the diversion route as... Local News
Richard attends Open Doors World Watch List Report Launch 2026 13th January 2026 This week, Richard attended the parliamentary launch of the World Watch List 2026. The annual report by Open Doors lists and ranks countries where Christians... Westminster News
Meeting held with Tempsford residents to discuss new town proposal 12th January 2026 Last Friday evening, Richard joined Central Bedfordshire Council leader, Adam Zerny, at a meeting of Tempsford residents to discuss views about the proposal for... Local News
Richard meets Minister to discuss financial support for Bedford Borough Council following tragic Cleat Hill explosion 11th January 2026 Earlier this week, Richard met with Minister for Local Government, Alison McGovern, to discuss the costs incurred by Bedford Borough Council following the... Local News
Last chance to object to East Park Energy Solar Plant this Wednesday 9th January 2026 Registration to submit objections to the proposed 1900 acre Solar Plant East Park Energy, will close on Wednesday. The large-scale development spanning North... Local News
Richard closes the debate on NIC Employer Contributions Bill, criticising the Government for punishing those trying to do the right thing 9th January 2026 MPs recently considered the National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill and gave it its Second Reading on Wednesday 17 December 2025... Local News
