Column: Officially we’ve not been in drought, but try telling that to our farmers Friday, 7 August, 2026 England is facing one of its most widespread droughts in years and our corner of Lincolnshire is among the areas feeling the effects firsthand. Prolonged periods of low rainfall, combined with high temperatures are placing increasing pressure on local water supplies and creating growing challenges on families and businesses that depend on them. As an area with a strong agricultural sector relying... Articles
Gareth calls for a review of the closure of Grantham's Barracks - 01/06/26 1st June 2026 Grantham’s Prince William of Gloucester Barracks plays a leading role in training new recruits joining the British Army Reserve. Through supporting the Regular... Westminster News
Column: The unsung local industry helping to keep Britain running 29th May 2026 While I am sure we have all been trying to keep cool in the warm weather over the Bank Holiday weekend and into this week, with Parliament on recess and as my... Articles
Gareth welcome's Andrew from Bourne-based Johnsons Hotel Linen to Parliament 21st May 2026 It was excellent to welcome Andrew from Bourne-based Johnsons Hotel Linen to Parliament this week. Johnsons is an important local business, not just because... Westminster News
Column: The Cost of Fertiliser 15th May 2026 I am proud to represent one of the great farming counties of England. Across Lincolnshire there are over 3000 farms, and put together they produce a remarkable... Articles
Grantham Asylum Accommodation - Government Halt on HMOs Secured 12th May 2026 Over recent weeks, I have been in contact with the Home Office to raise strong local concerns about the increasing number of asylum seekers being housed by the... Local News
Column: Lincolnshire deserves better dental services 1st May 2026 Access to healthcare is something most of us take for granted, yet for many in our community, NHS dentistry remains frustratingly out of reach. I understand the... Articles
Gareth joins Lincolnshire MPs to meet Minister for Dentistry on Lincoln Dental School Campaign - 28/04/26 28th April 2026 Pleased to join fellow Lincolnshire MPs this morning to meet with the Health Minister responsible for dentistry, Stephen Kinnock MP, as we continue to support... Local News
Column: Water investment is crucial to our future prosperity 17th April 2026 Water infrastructure is too often overlooked, but it is becoming a critical issue for our community. When a new housing or commercial development is proposed... Articles
Gareth joins Chief Dental Officer for update on Lincoln Dental School Campaign - 15/04/26 15th April 2026 It was excellent to join my colleague Dr Caroline Johnson MP and the Chief Dental Officer for England this morning to hear an update from the University of... Local News
