Last week I rose an important issue in the chamber which often tends to get overlooked, that of foster care placements.

Parliament has offered numerous opportunities to shine light on the social care sector, something which I’ve welcomed with open arms.

This month I organised and met with GPs and practice managers from across Rochester and Strood to discuss the problems and opportunities facing GP surgeries.

I was very pleased to speak in the debate on the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences Bill) and voice my support.

Last week, HM Treasury announced the launch of a consultation around a ‘Breathing Space’ scheme, which Rochester and Strood MP Kelly Tolhurst originally brought forward in her private members bill last year.

Rochester and Strood MP Kelly Tolhurst has welcomed the announcement that Kent’s Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have received new powers to protect communities.

The number of issues across Rochester and Strood associated with travellers and illegal encampments have clearly risen in the past couple of years, which has led to anti-social behaviour, intimidation of residents and negative impact on businesses.

This month Rochester and Strood MP Kelly Tolhurst visited Aeromet, a local business based at Rochester Airport specialising in making aluminium plane parts for the likes of Airbus and Boeing.

This World Mental Health Day Kelly Tolhurst, MP for Rochester and Strood is saying #HelloYellow to show young people they’re not alone when it comes to their mental health.

I am very pleased to announce new improvements to the Southeastern franchise which began to affect passengers last week.