There are tough times ahead, but we shouldn’t lose our optimism 12th June 2020 The aerospace sector is struggling. On far too frequent a basis we see news reports that a company is having to make redundancies and unfortunately that has... Opinions
The Importance of Community 5th June 2020 This week we celebrate Volunteer’s Week and it feels like the most pertinent time to do so. I want to pay tribute to all those that participate in voluntary... Opinions
NHS Test & Trace is a Gamechanger 29th May 2020 As anyone who has watched the daily briefings will have seen, we have now passed the peak of this virus across the country, including in the North West. With... Opinions
Global Marketplace Awaits 22nd May 2020 This week the Trade Bill came to Parliament for its Second Reading; an important moment representing a major step on the UK’s journey to reclaim its role as an... Opinions
Adapting to a new normal 15th May 2020 We don’t know how long our battle against Coronavirus will go on for. The hunt for a vaccine is on with the whole world united in a common goal. And whilst some... Opinions
Today We Remember VE Day 8th May 2020 Today marks 75 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe. And at 11am, all across the country, the nation will pause in solemn reflection... Opinions
Our Exit from the EU cannot be delayed 1st May 2020 Over the last 7 weeks I have devoted my weekly column to keeping you informed about the latest Coronavirus news, from outlining the support being made available... Opinions
Meat Consumption 30th April 2020 An article appeared in the Daily Mail on the 16th April on plans by public sector caterers to reduce meat in their menus by 20% which they claim will help... Opinions
Delivering what was promised 24th April 2020 The speed at which Coronavirus has transformed our lives has been unprecedented, and that has had a significant impact on our local business community. I know... Opinions
