Tag Archives: Huw Merriman

A Sussex MP has responded – will others follow him?

Posted on April 20, 2021 by ianchisnall

This tweet from Huw Merriman late yesterday, came because of a blog I had written that was also printed in the Argus newspaper as my weekly column. The focus in the piece was on the lobbying issues that have arisen … Continue reading →

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Sussex MPs please learn from our local Professor and respond

Posted on April 19, 2021 by ianchisnall

One of the numerous funerals that has taken place recently was the highest profile event for some time. Yet despite its profile, it was very modest compared to what we might have experienced 18 months ago. Although we had not … Continue reading →

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MPs & Councils, please work together to improve public transport

Posted on April 6, 2021 by ianchisnall

A couple of weeks ago in Parliament just before they closed down for Easter there was a debate on the subject of “National Bus Strategy: England” and although the debate was focused on the whole of England, it became clear … Continue reading →

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Vaccinations need to be applauded but also reviewed

Posted on January 25, 2021 by ianchisnall

It is very encouraging that those people who have already received or have been booked in for a Vaccine are being protected against COVID-19. I am delighted that several of my older relatives and friends have already received this along … Continue reading →

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Sussex MPs must get together – for a proportional approach

Posted on January 2, 2021 by ianchisnall

On a number of occasions in this blog and even in my Argus Column I have written that Sussex MPs need to work together, alongside the leaders of Councils and indeed the people who manage our community settings and beyond … Continue reading →

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Sussex MPs use the next two weeks to work together

Posted on December 21, 2020 by ianchisnall

Christmas is one time in the year when many people usually come together to share special moments together. This week is usually the start for such events but sadly this year the potential for such activities is far more limited than … Continue reading →

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As COVID rises in Sussex our MPs must start to communicate!

Posted on December 13, 2020 by ianchisnall

On Wednesday 16th December Sussex will placed in its next tier arrangement regarding COVID-19. In the few days before the last tier arrangement on 2nd December, several Sussex MPs were claiming that our area was in a much better place … Continue reading →

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Regional COVID tiers need local MPs to start working together

Posted on December 7, 2020 by ianchisnall

The arrival of the Pfizer Vaccine into Brighton and Hove as our regional hub at the end of last week and the Parliamentary vote to set local Health Protection regulations that include Sussex until at least the 2nd February 2021 … Continue reading →

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At least one MP who raises concerns for the whole of Sussex

Posted on December 5, 2020 by ianchisnall

Many of the people who live or work in Sussex are aware of its shape and some of the elements of its history. However when it comes to MPs they are all faced with a challenge. One option which is … Continue reading →

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Advent, Christmas days and COVID-19 Tiers are all starting

Posted on November 30, 2020 by ianchisnall

For people who are aware of the religious focus that is part of the preparation towards Christmas yesterday was the first Sunday of Advent. Tomorrow will be an important day for some additional people as the first day of the … Continue reading →

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