Since you elected me last year, I’ve been working with the Post Office to ensure that our communities keep the services that they rely on close to home. I recently raised your concerns in Parliament at an event to discuss the future of the Post Office.

Bodmin Parkway is a vital transport hub for local people in South East Cornwall, so making it accessible is essential. I am glad that the first steps have been taken to deliver an accessible footbridge at the station. But I am urging the Department for Transport to prioritise this scheme.

I attended a regional transport debate and wanted to raise the issue of poor transport connectivity in South East Cornwall. I want to see improvements in the Tamar Tolls and Cornwall Council using the money provided by the Government in the Bus Services Bill to fix our bus routes.

I am glad that the UK now formally recognises the State of Palestine. We made it clear in our election manifesto that we would do this, and we are delivering on our promise. I know that it is vital that we seek a two-state solution, end the war in Gaza, and build a durable peace for everyone.

Constituents often come to me for help to solve various problems they have with accessing broadband. As a rural area, I know it’s often unreliable. So, I brought this to Parliament and spoke directly with the Minister about how Project Gigabit is investing billions into upgrading infrastructure.

South East Cornwall has some incredible artistic talent, and I will always champion the fantastic creativity here. I recently met with neighbouring MP, Luke Pollard, and industry leaders to discuss the future of the creative industry in the South West.

Illegal fishing harms our local fleets and consumers. We need to know what we are eating, where it has come from and to feel reassured that it isn’t harming the people who’ve caught it or the marine environment. I am glad that I got to speak with people involved to discuss solutions.

I was horrified to learn of the scale of pollution that leaks from our roads every time it rains. This can’t be allowed to continue, and I asked what can be done to stop it and ensure those agencies tasked with keeping us safe from pollution are doing just that.

I recently met with local people in Trenewan to discuss the urgent challenge of keeping their community defibrillator operational after their electricity costs skyrocketed from £72 to over £1,000 per year. Essential technology needed for public safety shouldn’t be under threat.

Plymouth has been named as one of the five initial Defence Growth Deal locations, and £4 billion is being invested into a new Resilience Factory at Devonport. I told the Minister that South East Cornwall’s housing and transport issues must be addressed as part of this deal.

Our local economy is built by businesses like Tom’s Boatyard, who are thriving down in Polruan. It’s great news that the yard has been awarded Good Growth Funding by Cornwall Council, which has contributed towards the £1 million investment.

The sea is so important for fishing, for jobs, for nature, and for our way of life here in South East Cornwall. I am glad that the UK is showing leadership by taking the first steps to put this treaty into law and I will keep monitoring the situation as it passes through the parliamentary process.

It was great to be on this month’s ITV West Country Debate to talk more about our new Neighbourhood Health Service. Improving health services in our communities has been a top priority of mine from the get-go. People in South East Cornwall deserve more care closer to home.

It was great to be on BBC Radio Cornwall again, where we spoke about many different topics. I’ve had many people contact me about accessing transport to schools and have been pressing Cornwall Council to take action to sort this out because every young person deserves to get to school smoothly.

I am honoured to have been appointed as a Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. This role gives me a new way to bring South East Cornwall’s voice directly into discussions on our energy future.

Speaking to people in Calstock, it’s clear that sorting out sewage pollution and holding water companies to account are top priorities for residents. My recent visit with Drip Drip, and the Environment Agency was another reminder that local people want their rivers to be clean and safe.

Thank you to all the fishermen who gave up their time to fill out the Great British inshore fishing fleet survey I posted. I was glad to have attended The Seafarers’ Charity event hosted by Noah Law for St Austell & Newquay to meet with local fishermen and colleagues to discuss the survey findings.

I visited Penmarlam Lodge Retreat to congratulate the team on their Cornish Tourism Award and to learn more about the work they’ve been doing, both on-site and in the wider community. I was taken on a tour of the grounds to see the steps they’re taking to enhance the natural beauty of the area.

I recently visited the Eden Project to see the incredible work happening at Eden Geothermal - a site harnessing heat from deep underground to power the biomes and plant nursery. I’ll be raising this in Westminster to help unlock the full potential of geothermal energy in South East Cornwall.

To get more information about where people access services across South East Cornwall, I've produced a survey and I'd encourage everyone to participate in it. It will help me to argue for support for better service provision. Please find the link here: forms.gle/3wPSsR2f8HV9...

Watch the video to see a brief recap of what I've been up to over the summer!

Small hospitality businesses offer tourists the unique experiences that they return to South East Cornwall to enjoy year after year. It was a pleasure to visit Olive and Co and taste some of the wonderful food they have to offer. I have been raising the issue of high VAT rates in Parliament.

Cornwall’s deep connection with mining is a rich part of our history and culture, but as critical minerals are becoming more important in areas like the transition to renewable energy, mining in Cornwall is becoming increasingly important.

Marking Merchant Navy Day is an important opportunity to raise awareness about the work that merchant seafarers do, and to champion these everyday heroes. Today, I pay tribute to all merchant seafarers, past and present, for their service. Thank you for everything that you do for our island nation.

My next surgery will have online appointments on 18th September, so if you’d like to book in, please get in contact via email as soon as possible. I will confirm appointments and times via email.

Trewithen Dairy has been up and running for over 50 years and is one of our most successful local businesses. I know just how vital farming is and I was glad to be out on farm this summer visiting one of Trewithen’s local suppliers to listen to ongoing challenges and support their future plans.

This summer season, many people are enjoying our beaches and waterways, which means that the RNLI is working incredibly hard to keep all of us safe. On a visit to Looe Lifeboat Station to see one of their weekly training sessions, I really admired the crew’s passion for keeping us all safe.

I was pleased to hold a constructive meeting with EDF about Viverdon Down Solar Farm on the outskirts of Callington. I made it clear that residents must be properly consulted and that, should the development go ahead, EDF must provide financial benefits for the local community.

Fishing has been the lifeblood of coastal communities in Cornwall for hundreds of years, and it’s something that is really tied to our Cornish identity. It was great to see the work that the Young Fishermen’s Network are doing to advocate for sustainable local inshore fishing.

Providing quality healthcare for patients is a top priority of mine. So it was good to meet with Squirrel Medical, based here in South East Cornwall, who provide high-quality medical mattresses. I am determined to support local people like Gary and Rick who want to make a positive difference.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is heartbreaking. I have signed a letter to the Foreign Secretary, alongside my fellow Cornish Labour MPs, calling on him to put further pressure on the Israeli Government. In particular, to take steps to extend trade restrictions and to impose further sanctions.

I brought Chancellor Rachel Reeves to Cornish Orchards to see some of the best of what Cornish hospitality has to offer. Businesses like this show the potential of our world class food and drink exports and how Cornish production sites can attract tourists.

Our high streets are the backbones of our local economies. They need sufficient investment and must provide vital services, including access to cash. I brought the Chancellor to Liskeard to see the work the Liskeard Library and Real Ideas are doing to support people and grow the local economy.

To ensure that South East Cornwall’s economy is strong year-round, we must have access to vital services. When I took Chancellor Rachel Reeves on a tour of Liskeard, I raised how important the Post Office is for the community and detailed all the hard work that has gone into keeping it open.

I am determined to make sure South East Cornwall gets its fair share and to build a local economy as strong in January as it is in July. During Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ visit to South East Cornwall, I told her that now is the time for serious ambition and real delivery for our area.

Serving our community for over 60 years, Trago Mills is a large employer. Since its first store opened in Liskeard, it has become a household name in Cornwall. I am aware that cuts to bus services through the Glynn Valley have meant that staff and customers are struggling to access the store.

I’ve always known that South East Cornwall is a very charitable place, but my visit to Cancer Research UK in Looe made it clear how generous our communities are. It's one of the best performing shops in the South West, which couldn’t be done without the incredible work of staff and volunteers.

Mental health funding has long been ignored, with years-long backlogs for people to receive support. This has to change. Trevillis House in Liskeard is doing fantastic work in the heart of South East Cornwall to support people with their mental health.

Strong local businesses provide good jobs, boost our economy, and support other businesses in South East Cornwall. Businesses like Tiflex do all of this whilst representing our area in global projects, putting us on the map. Thanks to the team for showing me the ropes.

Tackling anti-social behaviour is one of my top priorities for delivering change for South East Cornwall. Too often, our high streets are blighted by theft and nuisance behaviour. I was so glad to be out with local police again to see for myself the incredible work they do to keep us safe.

Lowering the Tamar tolls for local people is something that we all want to see happen, and I understand the barriers they create for many of us. I have been holding discussions with Tamar Crossings and the relevant departments in government to make sure that we achieve the best possible outcome.

We have some amazing places to eat in South East Cornwall, whether that’s grabbing a quick pasty on the go or enjoying a sit-down meal. After winning Best Restaurant of the Year in 2024, Chennai Curry House has been nominated again this year, and is one of only two nominees in the South West.

I am proud to have brought all Cornish MPs together to call on Historic England to give Cornwall’s history the recognition it deserves. This letter builds on my work in Parliament, including my Cornish Language and Heritage Bill, which will help schools teach Kernewek and promote our culture.

Duchy Nursery is a well-known successful business here in South East Cornwall. Their recently opened Deli has been going from strength to strength with a focus on items that can be traced back to the Duchy. You cannot get any better than local produce coming straight from their gardens.

Local Neighbourhood Health Centres are needed in rural communities like ours, so that health services are closer to our homes. Liskeard Hospital provides vital services in the community. It was great to see this in action and speak to the staff about the hospital’s needs for the future.

The Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC has launched The Great British Inshore Fishing Survey to hear from every small-scale fisherman in Great Britain. I am committed to pushing for change that represents our communities, so please take part here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/TheGreatBr...

I met with the Torpoint Artists Collective to discuss their strategy for developing arts, culture and creative industries in the town. They have a survey open at the moment to help guide this new strategy. Link here 👇 form.jotform.com/tor.../torpo...

I was really impressed by the work of SENDS 4 Dad, a group of male carers of SEND children, who go above and beyond to do the best for their children. I am proud to support SENDS 4 Dad’s campaign to increase the voice of male carers through better recognition and making the grant process easier.

I am pleased that red tape is being cut to improve housing for our forces and their loved ones, making it easier to redecorate, run businesses from their homes, and own pets. We have already brought 102 military homes into public ownership in South East Cornwall (out of 103).

It is great news that there will be 1,000 new Best Start Family Hubs opening across the country acting as a one-stop shop for families. Support like early years education, health, financial advice, and parenting help will all be provided under one roof.