My News - April 2026 Friday, 17 April, 2026 Prior to Parliament entering recess for Easter, I was disappointed that the Government failed to grapple with the impact of the conflict in Iran. The Government failed to introduce sensible measures put forward by the Opposition to keep the cost of living in check. In contrast, Hillingdon and Harrow have been doing their utmost to keep costs low. I am delighted that Hillingdon has the lowest... Articles
David Simmonds: Easter 2026 Update 31st March 2026 I am pleased to bring you my Easter 2026 Update. As ever, if you would like to sign up to my mailing list, you can do so on this page or by emailing david... Newsletters
Relaunch of Waitrose, Ruislip 27th March 2026 This morning, I was glad to attend the relaunch of Waitrose in Ruislip, which has been undergoing refurbishment since the end of January. Also in attendance... Local News
Point of Order: Local Government Reorganisation 25th March 2026 My constituents will be aware that the Government is pressing ahead with a top-down approach to devolution. While this doesn’t affect London Boroughs, it will... Westminster News
Home Office Questions: Asylum Accommodation 23rd March 2026 Hillingdon is facing exceptional financial pressure due to the Government’s failure to support asylum seekers. London has a long history of welcoming different... Speeches in Parliament
Oorvi Desai Boutique in Eastcote 20th March 2026 It was a pleasure to meet with Oorvi Desai at her bridalwear boutique - Oorvi Desai London - on Field End Road, Eastcote, this afternoon. Oorvi specialises in... Local News
NatWest Eastcote Branch Closure: Banking Hub Campaign 20th March 2026 In February, I wrote to NatWest to raise residents’ concerns about the closure of its branch on Field End Road. Disappointingly, it appears that this decision... Local News
NatWest Eastcote Branch Closure: Letter Response 19th March 2026 Residents have understandably been concerned by the news that NatWest will be closing its Field End Road branch in May. I wrote to the Director of Public Policy... Local News
My News (Northwood) - March 2026 18th March 2026 The NHS is consulting on plans to move the Cancer Centre at Mount Vernon Hospital to Watford General. At the same time, the Labour Government has delayed the... Articles
My News (Pinner) - March 2026 18th March 2026 Last year, I wrote to the Mayor of London about the closure of the volunteer-run front desk at Pinner Police Station. What followed was a triple disappointment... Articles
