"This is a Wake-Up Call for our Future Energy Needs" 14th March 2022 The grotesque reality is that Putin’s murderous attack on Ukraine is being paid for largely by global sales of Russian oil. I believe it’s a wake-up call for us... Opinions
Alex Provides Ukraine Update 4th March 2022 I wanted to brief Echo readers on some of the steps that are being taken to help our Ukrainian friends. First, I am working with Cheltenham-based Ukrainians to... Opinions
Alex Cranks Up the Pressure on Severn Trent 16th February 2022 Alex is ratcheting up the pressure on Severn Trent to improve water quality in the River Chelt. Following a report by the Rivers Trust that a storm overflow... Opinions
Alex Sets Out Boundary Commission Position 11th February 2022 Most weeks I receive emails from people in Prestbury and Swindon Village asking why they pay their council tax to Cheltenham Borough Council, but vote for an MP... Opinions
Alex Calls on CBC to Invest in Cheltenham Town Centre 9th February 2022 Cheltenham is my home town. I am incredibly proud of it, and doing my best for it is my life’s work. That’s why over recent months I have grown concerned that... Opinions
"We owe it to Arthur to ensure that society learns every possible lesson." 8th December 2021 Many of us, whether we have children or not, have been deeply affected by the horror of the murder of six-year old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes. We have read how he... Opinions
Alex Pleased Cheltenham Trust Receives Further Funding Boost 29th November 2021 What is that you most love about Cheltenham? The architecture? The great schools? The parks? For many, it’s Cheltenham’s culture that stands out. Whether it’s... Opinions
Alex Reflects on COP26 17th November 2021 Although it was never going to stop global heating in its tracks, COP26 in Glasgow has delivered substantial progress in the fight to protect our planet. I have... Opinions
Alex Delighted as Parliament Votes for Measures to Reduce Untreated Sewage in Waterways 10th November 2021 Amidst the fallout from the mishandled Paterson affair, I am delighted that this week Parliament voted for measures to drive down the amount of untreated sewage... Opinions