Derek Thomas MP weekly column March 27th 2024 Wednesday, 27 March, 2024 As the annual Brain Tumour Awareness Month (March) draws to a close I believe those of us engaged in this campaign (for better awareness, more research and more effective treatments) understand more clearly where the priorities must lie. Right at the start of March I was privileged to take part in the Success Conference. The conference brings together clinical leads across the country with... Local News
Derek calls for better safety measures for horses and riders 20th November 2018 West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas has called for speed limits and minimum distances for motorists when passing horses and their riders to improve safety on Britain... Speeches in Parliament
Calorie count menu plans will affect West Cornwall eateries, says Derek Thomas 20th November 2018 MP Derek Thomas is urging West Cornwall’s café and restaurant owners to take part in a Government consultation which he believes could have a significant effect... Local News
MP's column 16th November 2018 This week is UK Parliament Week, the aim being to inspire an interest in parliament, politics and democracy and encourage young people and the public to engage... Articles
Extra £7.5 million will help Cornwall's social care system 15th November 2018 West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas has welcomed the allocation of an extra £7.5 million of funding for social care in Cornwall. The money comes from a £650 million... Local News
PM's speech in the Commons 15th November 2018 Following the PM’s speech in the Commons on leaving the EU earlier today I am seeking clarity on several key points. The Prime Minister has said that this draft... Speeches in Parliament
MP's column 9th November 2018 Many will be aware of the initiative to establish the England Coast Path. Natural England are progressing this work and those who are interested in how the 2... Articles
Fact and fiction in the smart meter roll-out 9th November 2018 West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas has sponsored an event in Westminster at which MPs and civil servants were able to find out what is fact and what is fiction with... Westminster News
More support needed for our 'fantastic' hospice movement 1st November 2018 West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas has used the experiences of his own mother to make a passionate appeal in Parliament for greater support for the hospice movement... Speeches in Parliament
Public's campaign response will help 'Save Our Post Offices' 22nd October 2018 MP Derek Thomas says he is delighted with the “fantastic” response from West Cornwall residents to the Save Our Post Offices campaign he has initiated. Mr... Local News