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The winter period leads to an increase in demand on our NHS, particularly in terms of increased admissions to our hospital.

I have always known County Upper to be a very good school and was most concerned by Ofsted’s findings during their recent inspection.   I am pleased that the school continues to be rated ‘outstanding’ for teaching, learning and assessment.

The UK public finances have reached a turning point.

With tourism week culminating on Sunday, now is a perfect opportunity to reflect on the attractions our area has to offer and the warm welcome that awaits them.

I am delighted Stowmarket Station will receive funding in the next phase of the Access for All programme.

The campaign for this year’s World Book Day was ‘Share a Story’. Just ten minutes of reading a day can make a huge difference to a child’s learning and development.   Reading is one of the most important gifts you can give your child.

I welcome the recent announcement that there will be a consultation on government proposals to amend the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 to deal with challenges communities can face with unauthorised encampments.

International Women’s Day gives us an opportunity every year to take stock of the work being done in the UK and around the world to bring equality for women.   This year there are a number of positives to focus on in the UK.

The data published by the Office for National Statistics this month showed a number of positive trends in the labour market. The number of people in work is at a record high and wages outpaced inflation for the eleventh month in a row.

I had an enjoyable afternoon visiting Treatt in Bury St Edmunds with Liz Truss, Chief Secretary to the Treasury.