Local MP backs changes to the law to tackle shoplifting Monday, 22 April, 2024 Maria said, ‘’Shoplifting, which can sometimes include threats of violence against staff and other shoppers, has become a real worry for too many residents. That’s why I have called for extra police assigned to our neighbourhoods and back these new, tougher laws. Some new beat bobbies are in place already, and I am holding beat surgeries across the borough; and the new laws include a standalone... Local News
Local MP: Update on Coronavirus vaccine across Hampshire 28th January 2021 Basingstoke’s MP Maria Miller has received an update from the local NHS Team regarding vaccine rollout across Hampshire. The NHS in Hampshire and Isle of Wight... Local News
The views of women and girls across Hampshire are being sought to help shape government strategy to tackle violence and abuse. 22nd January 2021 The Government is updating the Violence Against Women and Girls strategy and has launched a nationwide Call for Evidence in order to ensure that those who have... Westminster News
Local MP Maria Miller has welcomed the completion of Buckskin flood alleviation scheme. 21st January 2021 Photograph: Maria Miller MP and Cllr Stephen Reid at the flooded area in Buckskin in February 2014. Cllr Reid chaired the implementation the new scheme In the... Local News
MP calls for change in the law to stop illegal tree felling 21st January 2021 Local MP Maria Miller has called on the Government to change the law as part of its’ Environment Bill to make it possible for local authorities to take into... Westminster News
MP welcomes Government support to give every child in Basingstoke access to a high-quality remote education 20th January 2021 Basingstoke’s MP, Maria Miller has welcomed the measures the Government has put in place to ensure every student receives a high-quality remote education while... Local News
Local MP welcomes extra funding for childcare, voluntary and charitable organisations to support vulnerable Hampshire children during the February half term school holiday. 19th January 2021 Local MP welcomes extra funding worth more than £320,000 being made available for childcare, voluntary and charitable organisations to provide activities and... Local News
Temporary Mortuary to open in Winklebury 19th January 2021 Hampshire County Council has announced that as a result of continued and sustained pressure on hospitals and funeral directors services it is essential that the... Local News
Local MP welcomes support for children and young people in Hampshire & Isle of Wight 18th January 2021 Havant & East Hants charity, Mind launched free crisis line for children and young people in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Telephone and email support... Local News
Local MP expresses concern about House of Commons debate causing unnecessary anxiety amongst the most vulnerable residents 18th January 2021 Local MP Maria Miller said, “It is sad that, at a time when we should be working together to support our community through this pandemic and support the roll... Westminster News