Bernard’s submission to Colchester City Council’s Local Plan Consultation Wednesday, 21 January, 2026 The impact of large levels of development in my constituency of Harwich and North Essex is very considerable. The Tendring Colchester Boards Garden Community is expected to deliver 7,500 dwellings, with Colchester City Councils proposed Local Plan adding an extra 3,089 homes, principally concentrated in the small villages surrounding the city. I have submitted evidence to the Colchester City... Local News
Bernard attends event hosted by the Obesity Health Alliance and hears Essex County Council Public Health share a powerful case study from Tendring 20th November 2025 Yesterday I attended an important event in Parliament hosted by the Obesity Health Alliance, focused on supporting healthier weight in our coastal communities... Westminster News
Bernard stops by Farm Retail Association’s drop-in event 19th November 2025 Pleased to have stopped by the Farm Retail Association’s drop-in event today, highlighting the vital role that farm shops and farmers’ markets play in... Westminster News
Bernard writes letter to Transport Secretary of State regarding the Manningtree road underpass and level crossing 18th November 2025 Today I sent a letter to the Transport Secretary of State regarding the Manningtree road underpass and level crossing. A long-term solution is essential before... Local News
Bernard gets the latest evidence on the effectiveness of weight loss surgeries for Harwich and North Essex residents 10th November 2025 I recently took part in Westminster’s annual Evidence Week in Parliament, which brings together the public, researchers and MPs to discuss how evidence is used... Westminster News
Bernard takes part in the 2025 IPT Poppy Ride, in partnership with the Royal British Legion 5th November 2025 Today I cycled 2.32km in just five minutes as part of the 2025 IPT Poppy Ride, in partnership with the Royal British Legion. It was fantastic to take part in... Westminster News
A1331 Link Road update 4th November 2025 I’ve been in contact with the Head of Housing and Garden Communities at Essex County Council to press for swift progress on delivering the A1331 Link Road. I’m... Local News
Bernard visits Reindeer Farm, Pylon Site, and A120 Salmons Lane 31st October 2025 It was great to be out and about in the constituency on Friday to support local businesses and provide updates on some of our most important campaigns. My first... Local News
Bernard meets Air Rescue UK and the Mayflower Medical Centre’s Patient Participation Group 17th October 2025 Today I met with Air Rescue UK to learn more about their vital and life-saving work. I also had the chance to experience their one-of-a-kind simulator, which is... Local News
Update on Middlewick Ranges fire 23rd September 2025 I visited Middlewick Ranges last night as the fire was coming to an end. I thanked one of the fire crews for their incredible efforts in tackling the blaze and... Local News
