Jade Botterill

Another week. Another newsletter. Another list of ways the Government has improved our country this week!   We kicked off the week in Parliament with the Secretary of State for Education announcing her Schools White Paper .   In part, the White Paper sets out a root and branch reform of the SEND system. I've spent much of the last few months meeting with educators, parents and SEND children alike. They all told me the same thing. The system was broken, and worse, it's been broken for a long...

This week, Parliament has been in recess, which has meant I've spent a wonderful week in our community (and also means a very short edition of the newsletter!).   Highlights include a visit to Ossett United to discuss how I can support their unstoppable ascent to the Premier League, a trip up to Sandal Castle to promote local tourism, a visit to Pinderfields to discuss local maternity care, and a brilliant catch-up with the Rotary Club.   I'm spending much of the rest of the week in the south...

I've always promised to talk straight with you - so let me be honest - Monday was a difficult day for the Labour Government amidst the speculation surrounding the Prime Minister's future. It is my belief that most people are, like me, uninterested in infighting, briefing, spinning, or stone-throwing. They just care about making their country, community and family; healthier, happier and more comfortable. That's why I'm pleased to see that we've put country before Party, and have committed...