James Wild MP Weekly Column on Labour's Family Farm Tax Friday, 22 November, 2024 As I spoke to Radio Norfolk ahead of the farming rally in Westminster on Tuesday snow was falling outside. Not that that bothered the thousands of farmers who came to protest against Labour’s plans for a family farm tax and who work in all weathers. Family farms grow our food and are custodians of our countryside. Agricultural property relief was introduced in the 1980s precisely to protect family... Local News
New special schools in Downham Market and Great Yarmouth move a step closer 23rd May 2024 Two new Norfolk special schools have moved a step closer, after two trusts were selected to lead the schools. The Department for Education has appointed Eastern... Local News
Planning red tape slashed for farmers 23rd May 2024 Planning rules coming into force today make it easier to convert unused farm buildings into new homes, farm shops and gyms. Farmers will be able to convert... Westminster News
What does lower inflation mean for you? 23rd May 2024 An economist from the Treasury explains exactly what a fall in inflation means for you. Inflation measures the change in prices of goods and services in the... Westminster News
Export of live animals banned 23rd May 2024 Legislation ending exports of livestock for slaughter and fattening receives Royal Assent A new ban on exporting live animals came into law on Monday 20 May as... Westminster News
James Wild MP - Online Safety Act 17th May 2024 Weekly Column My first phone was a Samsung flip that looked like a Star Trek walkie talkie. I still have it in a drawer. At that stage the mobile internet was... Local News
Prime Minister praises “selfless dedication” of West Norfolk Autism Group volunteers 17th May 2024 Prime Minister praises “selfless dedication” of West Norfolk Autism Group volunteers The efforts of volunteers at West Norfolk Autism Group have been recognised... Local News
James Wild MP - QEH interview 16th May 2024 James was interviewed on ITV Anglia News about QEH and the new hospitals programme. Commenting James said: “Having campaigned successfully in Parliament to... Local News
James Wild MP campaign for tougher new measures to stop offenders hiding in cells for sentencing hearings 15th May 2024 More offenders will be covered by extending new powers for Judges to compel them to attend sentencing hearings under amendments to the Criminal Justice Bill... Speeches in Parliament
PM sets out blueprint to boost British fruit and vegetable sector: May 13 2024 15th May 2024 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets out his blueprint to boost British fruit and vegetable sector as the first UK Food Security Index is published. The Prime... Westminster News
