Holding Thames Water to account Monday, 13 January, 2025 Whether it's the Thames, Mole, Imber, or Wey, we all want to see more wild life, better water safety, and better water quality. Here's an update on progress The main cause of pollution in our rivers locally is agriculture methods, but we have to keep up the pressure on the water companies too, especially Thames Water, to prevent any discharges during storms and heavy rain. The issue of people... Local News
John backs Hersham residents in campaign against high rise blocks in the village 29th April 2024 Thank you to the hundreds of people who replied to my recent letter about the proposed plans for 200 high-rise flats in the centre of Hersham. 85% of residents... Local News
John welcomes £75 billion defence boost 23rd April 2024 Replies to my recent budget survey showed very clear local support for increasing defence spending. I discussed this with the Chancellor when I met with him a... Local News
John speaks at Esher Chamber of Commerce about what Government and Elmbridge Borough Council can do to better support local businesses 22nd April 2024 It was great to be invited to speak at a recent Esher Chamber of Commerce meeting at Lower Green Community Centre having been joining their meetings. The value... Local News
Inflation has fallen to 3.2% from 11.1% in October 2022 17th April 2024 Keeping government borrowing down Public sector pay restraint Backing the Bank of England Lowering taxes in a way that doesn't stoke inflation The plan is... Local News
Next steps in John's campaign to get Fieldcommon the community hall it was promised 9th April 2024 When we secured the replacement of the old, derelict Ansell Hall, this was done on the understanding Fieldcommon would get its community hall back. Local people... Local News
John campaigns to restore free access to Hampton Court Palace gardens 8th April 2024 Our campaign, launched by Patrick Wylde who sadly passed away, to restore free access to Hampton Court Palace gardens continues. It's deeply unfair that a... Local News
Environment Agency win court case against illegal moorings by Cherry Orchard Gardens following pressure from local residents and John to take enforcement action 5th April 2024 Illegal moorings along the Thames riverbank have been a longstanding issue for riverside residents, especially in Molesey and Walton. Last year, I brought the... Local News
John secures resurfacing works on Lammas Lane 3rd April 2024 Potholes are driving all of us mad at the moment as we leave winter. The government has allocated an extra £82 million to improve roads in Surrey on top of what... Local News
John welcomes Weybridge Health Centre finally being rebuilt 2nd April 2024 Strengthening local NHS services and securing more investment is vital. As well as backing the new health centre planned for Walton, John has been working on... Local News