On this day in 1919 Nancy, Lady Astor, was elected to the House of Commons and became the first woman to sit in the UK Parliament. www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/Na...

Today @leicspolice launch their anti drink-drive & drug-drive campaign in the run up the Christmas 🎅🏻. Stay safe out there.

My thanks to Chestnuts Cafe in #Oadby for a great #CommissionersBreakfast today. 😋 @Oadby @Oadby_Wigston

The mysterious “Utah Monolith” was discovered on this day in 2020. The triangular metal pillar was found in a remote canyon by scientists surveying wild sheep. It’s origin remains unknown. m.youtube.com/watch?v=isXp...

Today is the Anniversary of the Great Storm of 1703. Some of the damage tolls included: 4,000 old oak trees uprooted 2,000 chimney columns toppled 400 windmills destroyed 700 ships damaged or destroyed The Eddystone Lighthouse collapsed into the sea medium.com/exploring-hi...

Yesterday we had a great (early) start to the festive season at @parks_hub as the @salvationarmy band played a wonderful selection of Christmas 🎅🏻 carols for a jolly singalong. Fantastic stuff.

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women www.un.org/en/observanc...

The classic novel “Black Beauty” was published on this day in 1877, telling the life story of a horse & making the case for improved animal welfare. www.goodreads.com/book/show/36...

Stage Acting was invented on this day in 534BC when Thespis of Icaria walked on stage. Instead of telling a story about somebody, he pretended to be that person using a mask. www.wikiwand.com/en/Thespis

On 22 November 1718 the notorious pirate Blackbeard [Edward Teach] was killed in battle against the Royal Navy en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackbe...

I had a great visit to Thorpe Acre this morning to attend a community breakfast in the church hall & listen to the concerns of local residents. And had the opportunity to buy a cracking new tie. Thanks to Cllr Roy Campsell for the invitation.

It was a pleasure to speak & take questions at a meeting of @RUKRutland last night in #Oakham on the subject of “How the Boys in Blue became the Men in Black”. Some lively & informed questions from the packed function room.

On this day in 1695 died English baroque composer Henry Purcell, considered among the greatest English opera composers. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Dxw...

Microsoft Windows 1.0 was released on this day in 1985. It introduced multitasking and the use of the mouse, and various built-in programs such as Calculator, Paint, and Notepad. m.youtube.com/watch?v=Ituy...

US President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address on this day in 1863. Largely ignored by those who heard it, the speech became famous once available in written form. education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/get...

And so to #Westminster for this year’s @AssocPCCs & @PoliceChiefs joint conference.

On this day in 1836 was born the British musician William Schwenck Gilbert – better known as half of the Gilbert & Sullivan duo who composed and staged operettas such as Pirates of Penzance, The Yeoman of the Guard and The Mikado.. www.gsarchive.net/gilbert/life...

On 17 November 1810 the “Bloodless War” between Sweden 🇸🇪 & UK 🇬🇧 began. Napoleon’s France told Sweden it would be invaded if it did not go to war with UK. Sweden declared war, but no fighting took place & normal trade continued. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglo-S...

This morning I had the honour to meet Gurucharan Singh Gill, Advocate General Jaipur, India, while attending International Memorial Day of Jassa Singh Ahluwalia at Guru Amar Das Gurdwa, #Leicester. My thanks to the Brits Desi Society.

Yesterday saw the excellent @AAAFoundation1 awards dinner in #Leicester. They do fantastic work deterring young people from engaging in street crime. www.aaa4success.co.uk

On 16 November 1857 the British forces in the city of Lucknow were relieved during the Indian Mutiny (or Rebellion). A total of 24 Victoria Crosses were awarded during the fighting – the most ever in a single battle. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siege_o...

On 15 November 1864 US General William Tecumseh Sherman began his “March to the Sea”, which sounded the death knell for the Confederacy. www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/his...

The great novel “Moby Dick” was first published on this day in 1851. It has since been made into numerous radio, TV & movie adaptations. Including this one - m.youtube.com/watch?v=wvyK...

The author Robert Louis Stephenson - best known for Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde & Kidnapped - was born on 13 November 1850. robert-louis-stevenson.org

On this day in 1595 died the naval commander Sir John Hawkins #royalnavy #armada #elizabethan #warship - www.britannica.com/biography/Jo...

For the Fallen By Laurence Binyon They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.

Last weekend I was on BBC Politics East Midlands with Amanda Hack MP. www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

My grandfather and his three brothers all served on the #WesternFront during #WorldWar1. One was killed, two were wounded and one came back unscathed after four years at war. You can support the Royal British Legion at their shop www.poppyshop.org.uk

And finally on Remembrance Sunday I attended the multi faith service at @BrahmaKumarisUK in #Leicester to support @ArmyBenFund

And so to Holy Cross Priory, #Leicester, for a Vigil for Pesce organised by @counciloffaiths some emotional moments & heartfelt pleas for understanding, tolerance & peace between communities & nations. With @ShockatAdam among others.

It was an honour to attend today’s #RemembranceDay Service at #Leicester’s war memorial in Victoria Park. A moving service & tribute parade.

A moving ceremony at #Leicester’s #Sikh War Memorial this morning.

During #WorldWar2 my uncle George was in the reserved occupation of train driver, but like many he endured air raids and hardships for King and Country. You can support the Royal British Legion at their shop www.poppyshop.org.uk @PoppyLegion

Bram Stoker, author of “Dracula”, was born on 8 November 1847 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bram_St...

One Remembrance Day when I was a boy my father told me the time he dragged a wounded airman out of a crashed bomber during #WorldWar2 only for him to die in father’s arms. My father cried. You can support the Royal British Legion at their shop www.poppyshop.org.uk @poppylegion

My grandfather fought in the trenches of #WorldWar1 serving with @BritishArmy and was wounded near Wipers. You can support the Royal British Legion at their shop www.poppyshop.org.uk

Remember, Remember the fifth of November, Gunpowder, Treason and Plot I see no reason why gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot. www.history.com/news/guy-faw...

Great to meet the wonderful @Pudsey Bear at @parks_hub this afternoon. Keep up the good work!!

Well done Glenfield! Especially at this time of year we need to honour our veterans of both sexes. Top marks to #Glenfield for stepping up to the mark.

Anti social behaviour in Victory Park, #Cosby, came up as I was chatting to people here as part of my Community Day in Blaby area.

My father fought for King and Country in the @royalairforce during the #BattleOfBritain in #WorldWar2. He survived, though was wounded when the Luftwaffe bombed his airfield. We will remember them. You can support the Royal British Legion at their shop www.poppyshop.org.uk

On 3 November 1957 the first living creature was sent into space by the Soviet Union, a dog named Laika en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laika

With Remembrance Sunday fast approaching please remember to buy your poppy. And You can support the Royal British Legion at their shop www.poppyshop.org.uk @PoppyLegion

It’s been a productive morning canvassing for @reformparty_uk @ReformNotts with @LeeAndersonMP_ & the local team. Some great results on the doorsteps of #Balderton.

On this date in 1512 the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican, painted by Michaelangelo, was opened to the public for the first time. www.britannica.com/biography/Mi...

If you are celebrating #Halloween I hope you have a wonderful time.

ANNIVERSARY - Gheluvelt Day. On this day in 1914 my Great Uncle George saved the British Empire, as he once modestly put it, by taking part in the defence of Gheluvelt against overwhelming German forces. www.historyofwar.org/articles/bat...

The Hungarian Revolution of 1956 took a dramatic turn on this date when Bela Kiraly led the Hungarian militia in an assault on Communist Party HQ. In response the Soviets invad Hungary. Kiraly escaped to USA. He returned in 1990s to become an MP. www.theguardian.com/world/2009/j...

An enjoyable & rewarding evening speaking at this evening’s meeting of @ReformHaB. Some great questions & responses to my speech calling for a restoration of Sir Robert Peel’s principles of policing 👍🏻

The final stretch of the M25 (the section between junctions 22 to 23) was opened on 29October 1986 by Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. www.m25traffic.co.uk/maps/map-of-...