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
MP Derek Thomas seeks priorities from West Cornwall-wide survey 1st March 2017 A leaflet dropping on the doormat of every West Cornwall home this week will give people the chance to give their views on important local issues. Devised by... Local News
Penzance Breakwater Working Group 1st March 2017 The prospect of Penzance harbour being protected and expanded for future generations by a £100 million breakwater has moved a step closer after the concept... Local News
Derek Thomas MP calls on the PM to help small businesses 1st March 2017 West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas has called on the Prime Minister to help small businesses which are being hit by rising costs and increasing red tape. Speaking at... Westminster News
Derek Thomas MP backs national awareness for Sepsis 26th February 2017 On Monday, Derek Thomas MP attended a reception at the Palace of Westminster to show his support for efforts to tackle the relatively unknown illness sepsis... Local News
MPs call for Cornish residents to be permitted to display the flag of St Piran on vehicle registration plates 26th February 2017 Two Cornish MPs are calling for the inclusion of regional flags, including the flag of St Piran, on driving licences and vehicle registration plates. West... Local News
Derek Thomas MP puts West Cornwall's heritage on the map 23rd February 2017 On Tuesday 21st February, Derek Thomas MP for St Ives attended an event in Parliament hosted by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to learn more about the impact... Local News
West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas welcomes announcement of CQC review into healthcare provision in Cornwall 23rd February 2017 West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas has welcomed the announcement of a review of healthcare provision in Cornwall which is being carried out by the Care Quality... Local News
Event held to help householders cut their energy bills 20th February 2017 Visitors to Helston’s Open Door Café were given advice to help them to take control of their energy bills at an event to mark National Fuel Poverty Awareness... Local News
MP Derek Thomas hosts business breakfast with former Chief Whip as guest 20th February 2017 A former Government Chief whip was the guest in the first of what is likely to be a series of business meetings organised by West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas. Mark... Local News