Politics

Get the latest news and updates for local politics across the Purbeck area. We talk exclusively to your local MP’s for news at home and in Westminster.

South Dorset MP Richard Drax, inset left, made an impassioned speech to immigration minister Robert Jenrick, inset right

WATCH: MP’s impassioned speech over plans for migrant barge off Dorset coast

A DORSET MP hit out at the Home Office and says a minister ‘has not covered himself in glory’…

Michael Tomlinson

Green light on rail crossing study

The work of a Member of Parliament covers local and national matters. Both are equally important and I take…

Chris Bradey

We must be good ancestors

I often visit the RSPB Reserve at Arne. I find peace among its trees, and although not a twitcher…

Vikki Slade

Tenants facing huge energy bills hike

IN recent months we have all seen terrifying increases in our energy bills and heard reports of households taking…

The Bibbi Altona a similar vessel to the Bibby Stockholm that is set to be installed at Portland Port. Picture: Wikipedia

Home Office reveals barge plan for 500 asylum seekers off Dorset coast

DORSET will be home to the first berthed vessel in the UK to be used to house asylum seekers. The…

Nick Ireland

Another month, yet another Budget

I recall that, once upon a time, the Budget was something that happened in the spring and a battered…

Chris Bradey

Having a home – a fundamental right

On my way for a coffee in Wareham last week, I passed a young man wrapped up in a…

Michael Tomlinson

Nitty-gritty of how Westminster works

One of the things I most enjoy about being an MP is meeting school students – they always have…

Vikki Slade

More should get free school meals

Ten years ago, Liberal Democrats in Government announced the introduction of Universal Infant Free School Meals, saving parents of…

Chris Bradey

Giovanna Lewis – speaking for us all

No serious scientist denies the climate crisis. According to a 2021 review, more than 99.9% of scientific studies conclude…