Robert welcomes the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs' announcement that use of neonicotinoids will be further restricted in the UK, as the are harmful to insects and bees.
Setting out the UK’s position, the Secretary of State said the UK supports further restrictions on th
Robert Courts MP travelled around Witney on a community bus, linking the town centre to surrounding estates. This is a great example of a community working together to improve their town.
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As I write my monthly column, I have just passed a rather important anniversary: my one year anniversary as your Member of Parliament.
I can hardly believe that a whole year has passed.
West Oxfordshire District Council has joined forces with the Blenheim Estate in a partnership to provide up to 300 affordable homes. This ground-breaking scheme will see the Estate offering affordable housing either for rent or shared ownership on its schemes in Long Hanborough and Woodstock E
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Robert and family joined the community in North Leigh for their annual fireworks display for Bonfire Night. Well done to all involved in organising a wonderful event!
Robert held a 'Meet your MP' event at the Falkland Arms in Great Tew recently. It was a good chance to have an informal chat over a pint with local residents, discussing all things from local and national issues to plans for the Christmas holiday! Thank you to all those that came along.
Robert said, "With a lot of proposed changes for Oxfordshire's healthcare, it was excellent to meet with staff to see all the fantastic work they are doing. Witney Community Hospital is a great asset to the town and essential for residents. It is leading the way in making its services wo
