The cost of Labour's Family Farm Tax Wednesday, 20 November, 2024 Yesterday, 10,000 farmers took to the streets to protest the Labour Party’s proposed family farm tax, clearly expressing their concern that it threatens not only their livelihoods but also the nation’s food security. I joined the demonstration and gave interviews to BBC, Spectator, ITV, and TalkTV to emphasize the devastating impact this policy could have on family-run farms. Labour’s plan to... Local News
Driving forward Horsham District Council to become carbon neutral 18th May 2022 As Cabinet Member for the Environment and Rural affairs, I have the opportunity to create a brighter future for the residents of Horsham through decarbonisation... Local News
Visiting New Holland's flag ship Tractor factory 8th May 2022 I had the great pleasure of being invited to visit New Holland's tractor assembly plant in Basildon, Essex. The Balisdon plant is the last tractor manufacturer... Local News
Visiting the Kinder Living Show in Horsham 6th March 2022 I had the pleasure of visiting the Kinder Living Show at Parkside in Horsham. The KLS is an annual show that promotes businesses from across Horsham and... Local News
Championing Rural Businesses like Chalk 6th January 2022 I have been a long-term supporter of the Wiston Estate, a thriving rural estate that employs over 40 people and provides accommodation for over 100 families at... Local News
James Wright - Buy Local, Shop Happy 8th December 2021 It was great to visit David Exwood at Westons Farmshop to promote the ‘Buy Local, Shop Happy’ campaign this Christmas. David is a tenant farmer and Vice... Local News
