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The Metropolitan Police must protect British Jews
Protests in London have seen calls for jihad against British Jews, but the Metropolitan Police have stood by such disgusting and...
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Oct 24, 20231 min read


Orpington 1st column: The road ahead for Orpington
I have written before in this magazine about my opposition to the Mayor’s decision to expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone [ULEZ],...
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Oct 19, 20234 min read


Barclays' Orpington branch closure
I recently met with representatives from Barclays to discuss residents’ concerns over the Orpington branch closing on 1st December. It is...
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Oct 18, 20231 min read


Roundtable with Orpington businesses
It was good to speak with businesses and stakeholders last week about their local priorities. Many thanks to Chris Travers and the team...
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Oct 5, 20231 min read


Let's support the Primrose Centre
I enjoyed attending the Primrose Centre’s open day on Friday to learn more about this inspirational charity. A huge thanks to Melanie,...
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Oct 3, 20231 min read


Have your say on the Orpington bus consultation
Transport for London have launched a consultation with proposed changes to Orpington bus services, so I’m encouraging all passengers to...
garethbaconmp
Oct 1, 20231 min read


Winter vaccinations in Orpington
Winter carries with it an increased risk of serious illness for some. That’s why I’m encouraging all eligible individuals in Orpington to...
garethbaconmp
Sep 29, 20232 min read


The Energy Bill does not create new criminal offences
Over the past week, several claims have been circulating about the Energy Bill. It has been misreported that this legislation would give...
garethbaconmp
Sep 25, 20232 min read


The Prime Minister’s new approach to Net Zero
I fully support the Prime Minister’s energy and Net Zero reforms. The UK is a world-leader in reducing emissions. Indeed, we have cut...
garethbaconmp
Sep 22, 20233 min read


Campaign for Orpington Travel Centre
👇 Read my open letter to Southeastern calling for Orpington Station to be designated as a regional Travel Centre. Several residents have...
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Sep 20, 20231 min read


Celebrating Orpington's Local Heroes
It was a privilege to welcome Raju Patel, Anita Nye and Kai Nye to Parliament in recognition of their incredible efforts to support the...
garethbaconmp
Sep 19, 20231 min read


Labour's migration plans will surrender sovereignty to the EU
One of the key issues that my Orpington constituents regularly write to me about is illegal Channel crossings. I share many of their...
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Sep 15, 20233 min read


Backing Orpington Farmers
On Back British Farming Day, I pay tribute to all of the farmers in our constituency for their work to help keep the shelves stocked and...
garethbaconmp
Sep 12, 20232 min read


My interview with TalkTV: Compliant vehicles are being fined under ULEZ expansion
It's been two weeks since Sadiq Khan introduced his ULEZ expansion to Orpington, with reports of £700,000 worth of fines being issued...
garethbaconmp
Sep 11, 20231 min read


Nitrous Oxide to be banned
The Government will ban nitrous oxide – ‘laughing gas’ – by making it a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. This means it...
garethbaconmp
Sep 10, 20231 min read


New CCTV and signs for Priory Gardens
Residents have reported increased anti-social behaviour and even despicable attacks on the wildlife at Priory Gardens in recent weeks. I...
garethbaconmp
Sep 10, 20231 min read


Raising our priorities with Thames Water
I met with Thames Water this week to discuss their works around Orpington and road closure plans in Biggin Hill. Several residents...
garethbaconmp
Sep 9, 20232 min read


My tribute to Her Late Majesty
Today we mark the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing. Alongside her beloved Prince Philip, whose legacy of the Duke of...
garethbaconmp
Sep 7, 20231 min read


Sadiq Khan’s Ulez nightmare could be about to end his terrible reign
The High Court’s decision to hear the full case against Sadiq Khan’s Ulez expansion is a major blow to the mayor. He arrogantly dismissed...
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Apr 14, 20233 min read


Orpington says no to ULEZ expansion
Today I joined constituents in Orpington town centre to demonstrate against Sadiq Khan’s decision to expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone...
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Mar 24, 20232 min read
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