Philip’s Articles Philip regularly writes for local publications including the Shropshire Star, Ludlow Advertiser and Bridgnorth Journal as well as a monthly piece for several parish magazines. Articles The Budget 15 March 2024 Given print deadlines, I was not able to comment on last week’s Budget in this column. Letter from Westminster – March 2024 Spring Budget 1 March 2024 The Chancellor will deliver his Spring Budget Statement on 6th March. Farming support 23 February 2024 Here in South Shropshire it is easy to see farming is at the heart of our local economy. Dentistry 16 February 2024 Last week, the government published the NHS Dental Recovery Plan, which will deliver an extra 2.5m appointments over the next year. His Majesty’s cancer diagnosis 9 February 2024 This week, Buckingham Palace confirmed His Majesty the King has been diagnosed with cancer. Readiness for war 2 February 2024 Last week, the outgoing Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Patrick Sanders, gave a frank speech in which he outlined the need to be prepared for future wars. Letter from Westminster – February 2024 1 February 2024 Last month, in common with many parts of the country, rivers and waterways in South Shropshire including the Severn, Teme, Corve and Worfe broke their banks in places. Potholes 26 January 2024 Driving around South Shropshire, it is clear recent weather, including two named storms, severe localised flooding, and freezing temperatures, has impacted our road network. Progress for the Hospitals Transformation Programme 19 January 2024 This week, Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals NHS Trust announced further progress in the transformation for our acute hospitals, confirming Integrated Health Projects (IHP) as its design and construction partner. Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 … Next page Next › Last page Last »