The Times: The government’s stance on conversion therapy is sensible 8th April 2022 The government’s decision to separate gender from sexuality as it delivers its commitment to ban conversion therapy is not engaging in a “woke war”. It is about... Opinions
Jackie Doyle-Price expresses disappointment at Crossing decision and demands Government take responsibility for air quality in Thurrock 12th April 2017 I am disappointed with the decision to pursue Route 3. I have opposed this route since it was first mooted in 2009. I believe this to be the wrong choice... Opinions
Making It Count For Future Generations 10th April 2017 Governments can only spend money they take from taxpayers. So if people want to see an increase in spending, we either have to increase the amount of money we... Opinions
It's Time To Talk About The Dartford Crossing 13th March 2017 There has been a lot of ill informed criticism of Highways England in the last week so I thought I would set out some facts. On 24th Feb, Highways England... Opinions
The Homelessness Reduction Bill 27th January 2017 The Government has announced a package of £48 million to support local Councils in tackling homelessness Changes to the law are currently being taken through... Opinions
Clean It, Cut It, Fill It 3rd January 2017 Six months ago the Conservatives took control of Thurrock Council with a pledge to ‘clean it, cut it, fill it’. This pledge reflected growing irritation with... Opinions
Remembering Our Fallen Heroes 21st November 2016 I have had mixed emotions of pride and sorrow following the Remembrance Sunday commemorations which have taken place across the Borough. Pride, because the... Opinions
Shape Our Future Community 10th November 2016 The shortage of housing has become one of the biggest challenges facing our society today. The failure to ensure that housebuilding kept pace with population... Opinions
Giving Children The Best Opportunities 26th September 2016 Providing every child with access to a good school place that meets their needs has been my priority in politics. I know from personal experience that my... Opinions