A pleasure to visit Birch Hill Youth Club last week to hear more about the service they’re offering to young people I also got the chance to meet young volunteers Ben and Brian, who have been helping to run the Youth Club for younger kids

Yesterday I welcomed SEND Minister Georgia Gould to Bracknell to hear from local young people, parents and professionals about challenges in the SEND system, and how we fix it I'm delighted today to be publishing my SEND report 👇

🚘 Driving Tests Update🚘 📝 Only learners will be able to book tests - to stop bots bulk-booking and reselling 🪖 Military examiners are being drafted in to help clear the backlog Great to see movement on this after raising the experiences of Bracknell Residents in Parliament.

Our Nursery at Uplands Primary School and Nursery was officially opened by @peter4bracknell.bsky.social after major renovations funded by a DfE grant. We are ready to welcome 2 year olds from January. Apply now: uplandsberkshire.org/our-school/u... #EarlyYears #Education #CommunityImpact

The Rowans Family Hub in Easthampstead provides life-changing support for local families. Thank you to Sarah and Emily for walking me through your incredible work This government has invested £100,000 in family hubs in Bracknell Forest - and there’s more support on the way

Thank you to everyone who stopped by for a chat at my supermarket surgery at The Meadows Tesco last week Drop me a follow to stay updated on upcoming public surgeries - or pop me an email or book in for one of my regular advice surgeries here: www.peterforbracknell.co.uk/surgeries.html

Today we remember those who have given their lives in conflict to protect our country Thank you to organisers across Bracknell Forest who have worked so hard to put on events throughout the last month and today At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them

A real pleasure to open the new library at Fox Hill primary! 📚

📆Weekly Update 1 - 7 November 📆 Lots of education-focused work this week with the Curriculum and Assessment Review, and visits to Uplands and Fox Hill Primaries Here's my update on what I've been doing to represent you this week

The Curriculum and Assessment Review is a massive step forward - promising our young people more enrichment, more creativity and more focus on essential skills A Skills Passport will help young people and employers recognise these skills and how they have developed

Great to join colleagues across the House for the Movember Run this morning - with the men's health strategy coming soon, it's more important than ever we stand up for men's health

🛒 Supermarket Surgery 🛒 I'm heading to Tesco Extra at The Meadows tomorrow to chat to residents about their concerns Pop down between 2.30pm and 4.30pm for a chat If you can't make it, you can always pop me an email or book in for one of my regular advice surgeries here: buff.ly/E84obu6

Last month, I attended at the Southeast Get Britain Growing Conference to speak about the businesses at the heart of Bracknell's success Great to raise this in the House and hear more about the government’s plans to boost growth across the Thames Valley

Over 250 local military homes are set for a boost! Today the government has announced £9bn to modernise forces housing across the country, following our decision to bring military houses back into public ownership

Lovely to drop into a packed Bracknell Forest Dementia Forum on Friday, and hear about all the support available It was also moving to have a chance to speak with those living with dementia and their carers Find out more about dementia support in BF: www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/health-and-s...

The Renters’ Rights Act is a huge milestone in improving life for renters ❌Bans no-fault evictions 👩‍👦 Outlaws discrimination against tenants with children 💷 Restricts rent increases to 1-per year 🐶 Gives tenants the right to request a pet And more - full details here: www.gov.uk/government/n...

📆 Weekly Update 25 - 31 October 📆 Speaking up for improving parents caring for critically ill children, and much more Watch for quick overview of my week representing you

Support for LGBT people is fundamental to my British values When a ReformUK MP compares that to backing Hamas, it needs calling out

Last Friday people across the country wore it pink to raise money and awareness for breast cancer research And today MPs had a chance to get involved too Thank you Breast Cancer Now for all you do supporting those living with breast cancer

Another shameful set of remarks coming from ReformUK www.thepinknews.com/2025/10/29/f...

It is vital that the government's review into parental leave looks at the support provided to bereaved parents Thank you to Edie & Stephen for sharing your inspiring story with me - your voices underline why change in this area is so important Full speech: youtu.be/WyS2NYYMtFE

🚘 CAMPAIGN WIN: HEADLIGHT DAZZLE 🚘 Last week, I published my Road Safety Report and called for more action on dangerous dazzling headlights Now, the government is going to launch an investigation in the causes and solutions to this nuisance! Thanks to all the residents who raised this

Thanks Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue for having me join your forest fire training session - an incredible example of the co-ordinated action and prevention practised year-round to avoid tragedies like the 2011 Swinley Forest fire. It's vital we keep our forests resilient to rising temperatures

🎆 I had a blast at Sandhurst fireworks last night! 🎆

🚗 Road Safety Campaign Update ⚠️ 🧵 1/4 Today I'm publishing the report from my summer Road Safety Campaign This report summarises the views of nearly 1k Bracknell residents gathered over this summer. My thanks to the residents who have leant your voice to this call to action.

📆 Weekly Update 18 - 24 October 📆 Meetings with the RSPCA, Internet Matters and a focus on skills development - watch below for an overview of my week!

Thank you @macmillancancer for hosting a great coffee morning in Parliament today - a moving tribute to the incredible work of volunteers and those on their cancer journey

As we head into firework season, take a look at the RSPCA's advice on how to be as considerate as possible while enjoying your celebration: www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwel... It was great to chat with Harriet from @RSPCA this week about their campaign, and wider animal welfare issues

Proud to be elected by colleagues to join the Education Select Committee I'll be using my voice on the committee to make sure young people are given the best possible start, including those with SEND. And that the experience of parents & professionals at every stage of education guides our ambitions

Thanks to the team at Forest Health PCN for meeting with me to discuss access to local GP services, and the future of the neighbourhood health service

Thank you to the team at Renova for the life-changing support you provide to those facing homelessness in Bracknell Forest

Thanks to Sandhurst Guides for having me along last week and grilling me with some tough questions on everything from school uniforms to whether pineapple belongs on pizza!

A lovely evening last night previewing this year's Crowthorne & Sandhurst Art Society autumn exhibition. I was blown away by the talent! The show is on 10.30-4.30 today and tomorrow at St Sebastian's Memorial Hall, so do drop in and support some incredible local artists 🎨

Great to visit the community cafe in Owlsmoor last week and chat to volunteers there about their work supporting local residents You can find out more info here: vineyard25.org/ministries/o...

It’s great to have the Golden Fry in Crowthorne back open and doing a roaring trade When I stopped in last week for some chips, the queue was out the door! #shoplocal

The Gaza peace plan offers hope, but there is much more to do to build a lasting peace for the region Yesterday I asked the Prime Minister about the immediate situation on the ground - and how quickly we can get aid in to alleviate the famine in Gaza

🎉 Over £100k secured for Bracknell Forest families🎉 Best Start Family Hubs will help families access vital health provision, SEND support, and so much more. I'm delighted that the Government has announced over £100k to help Bracknell Forest expand its early years offer.

Great to meet Karim and the team at Musica - the new restaurant and music venue coming to the Lexicon later this year!

A real pleasure to visit Singing for the Brain, a monthly drop-in for people with dementia and their carers run by the Alzheimers Society and Berkshire Music Trust

Today is World Mental Health Day and this year’s theme is about protecting mental health through emergencies and global instability Find out more here: www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/pub... Find local support here: www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/health-and-s...

Coming soon - more social housing for Bracknell Forest families! Thank you to the Abri team for showing me around their sites at Bay House and Barn Close More info here: www.bracknellnews.co.uk/news/2552179...

Gaza Peace Deal - my statement

Veterans, reservists and cadet forces adult volunteers bring skills, leadership and experience to any workforce Great to speak to local employers at RMA Sandhurst about how to support employees who are part of the armed forces community

🔔 UPDATE: The MOD have replied Thank you Veterans Minister Louise Sandher-Jones for your detailed reply to our recommendations, and your continuing work to strengthen the Armed Forces Covenant Read the full reply here: www.peterforbracknell.co.uk/news/2025/10...

Today ballots drop in the campaign to elect the next Deputy Leader of the Labour Party. So proud to join my colleagues from across the UK in supporting Lucy Powell for Deputy Leader. Vote Lucy when your ballot arrives!

It is Kinship Care week - a chance to raise awareness, recognise and celebrate our kinship families The Human Rights Committee is holding an inquiry into the rights of children in care - and in our first evidence session I called for more support for kinship carers

Fantastic event at Bracknell Rugby Club to kick off RugbyFest and a huge privilege to meet Red Roses legend Ellie Kildunne inspiring so many girls and boys to take up sport

Armed Forces Covenant Campaign Update 🇬🇧 Bracknell Forest Armed Forces Champion Cllr Georgia Pickering and I wrote to Minister Al Carns with your suggestions on how to improve the armed forces covenant for veterans, families and employers. Read the letter below

Thank you to Birch Hill residents who popped down to chat at my street surgery on Thursday If you have any issues you want to raise with me you can reach out at [email protected] or by visiting my website: www.peterforbracknell.co.uk/surgeries.html

📆 Weekly Update 27 September - 3 October 📆 Conference, GP updates, and meeting SEND families Drop me a follow to stay in the loop about what I'm doing to represent Bracknell Forest residents