Diary - shops re-open 15th June 2020 Many shops in England re-opened today, with long queues outside stores such as Primark, Zara and Sports Direct. Research firm Springboard said that by 1700... Diary
Diary - more violence over the weekend 14th June 2020 The scenes of violence over the weekend were as shocking as they were disgraceful. My sympathy lay with the police who, once again, became the target. Why we do... Diary
Diary - law and order must triumph over anarchy 12th June 2020 Not much shocks and angers me; I've been around the block long enough not to be. But the letter to Home Secretary Priti Patel from Labour MP Naz Shah, and... Diary
Diary - meeting Defence Secretary and the CGS on Lulworth ranges 11th June 2020 The day began with an early rise, coffee and then into the office for a couple of hours before the next session of our Defence Select Committee. The virtual... Diary
Diary - shops to re-open on Monday 10th June 2020 All shops can open on Monday, the Prime Minister said this afternoon. That's good news and, again, about time. He also provided a relief to those living alone... Diary
Diary - all children now back to school in September 9th June 2020 Good news over the fire on Bere Heath. The Fire Brigade got it under control quickly and believe it started due to a hot-spot from the last heath fire re... Diary
Diary - another heath fire scare 8th June 2020 Following the invasion of visitors over the recent Bank Holiday, a lot of planning had been done by all those involved to ensure it does not happen again. I was... Diary
Diary - a far quieter weekend at beauty spots 7th June 2020 Inevitably, the anti-racism protests descended into violence in Bristol and London as anarchists resorted to what only they know - thuggery. I have no truck... Diary
Diary - agreement to tackle large visitor numbers published 5th June 2020 Two lengthy telephone conferences began the day. The first was with Dorset Council (DC) and other agencies, the second with council, police and neighbouring MP... Diary