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Government consults on strengthening good behaviour in schools

The government has launched a call for evidence asking teachers, parents and other staff for their views and policies on managing good behaviour ahead of planned updates to Government guidance later this year on behaviour, discipline, suspensions and permanent exclusions. The six-week consulta

Government publishes update to Agricultural Transition Plan

This week, the government published an update to “The Path to Sustainable Farming: Agricultural Transition Plan”, first published in November, outlining the principles for payments under environmental schemes and the Sustainable Farming Incentive.  Over this Parliament, the government has

Richard secures parliamentary debate on East West Rail consultation

At the end of Parliamentary business on Monday, Richard was able to secure an Adjournment Debate with Rail Minister, Chris Heaton-Harris MP to discuss the 2019 East West Rail (EWR) consultation. Speaking after the debate, Richard said: During this debate I reiterated my frequently raised con

Richard asks Rail Minister about environmental impact of East West Rail

This morning in Parliament, Richard questioned the Rail Minister about the environmental impact of East West Rail. Richard Fuller, the Member of Parliament for North East Bedfordshire, said: Many of my constituents are baffled that this 21st-century project will use a 19th-century fuel so I

Richard shows his support for Armed Forces Week

This week is Armed Forces Week - the moment as a country we recognise the dedicated service of our Armed Forces and veterans. Richard Fuller, MP for North East Bedfordshire, said: Armed Forces Week is a chance for us to show our gratitude and appreciation for the men and women who make up th

Richard takes part in the Commons debate on the steel industry

On Monday evening, Richard spoke in the opposition day debate on Protecting Britain's Steel Industry. Richard Fuller, member of the Business Select Committee and MP for North East Bedfordshire said: During the debate, I warned again of the risks of excessive government borrowing and the need

Flexible Season Tickets go on sale today

Richard has welcomed the news that flexible season tickets go on sale from today for use from Monday 28 June. Richard Fuller, MP for North East Bedfordshire who earlier this year raised with the Transport Minister the issue of the lack of flexible tickets from Arlesey, Sandy and Biggleswade st

All over 18s in England can now book their Covid Vaccine

Richard has welcomed the news that all adults are now eligible to book their Covid vaccinations. Richard Fuller, MP for North East Bedfordshire said: Vaccinated people are less likely to get Covid-19 symptoms, be admitted to hospital or die from the disease and there is growing evidence