Politics used to be a man’s game: in the early 20th century, parliament was a club to which women were not invited. Laws were made by men, for men.

Politicians from the eastern region pressed Network Rail and Govia Thames Link Railways (GTR) on the future delivery of longer trains on the Kings Lynn to London line, and progress made so far on the upgrade of Ely North Rail junction.

Well thanks very much to the British Business Bank for sponsoring tonight’s event and producing this excellent report. We have got a room full of people here who are brilliant businesspeople.

It’s fantastic to be here in Leeds. I grew up here mainly in the 1990s, and it’s more trendy now than when I was here.

Wishing you all a very happy 2019!

After spending the Christmas break recharging with my family, I am ready for what has already been, a crucial few weeks.

A trailblazing Norfolk pub, The King’s Arms in Shouldham, is now through to the finals of the Parliamentary Pub of the Year.

"Take Back Control” was the Brexit clarion call. Politicians must heed the demand. 2019 will see us return many powers from Brussels to Westminster. But this year we should honour that command domestically, too. 

Festive delights are well and truly on display as local MP Liz Truss collects her Christmas goose from JW Sargeant’s Butchers in Stowbridge on Saturday 22 December. Liz has nominated Sargeant’s in the Countryside Alliance Awards ‘Rural Oscars’ in the best local food category.