Weston’s MP John Penrose is supporting proposals for a Great Western FreePort, based around Bristol docks, to drive growth and high-skilled job opportunities across Weston and nearby villages as well as the West Country as a whole. John says: “The Great Western Freeport could be a key building block in…
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Below is a copy of the letter John Penrose sent in support of the West of England Combined Authority’s bid for the Great Western FreePort. You can read more about the bid here. I am writing in support of the West of England Combined Authority’s proposals for the Great Western Freeport, which…
Read MoreIn this interview with Sky News, John discusses new stricter border measures, whether proposed sentences are too harsh, and the opportunity for greater contract transparency so we get the best value for taxpayers money.
Read MoreJohn says we’ve got to think big and long to deal with underlying causes of poverty, especially when covid has made life so much harder for many people. Support schemes and state benefits will help, but they’re short-term sticking plasters not long-term cures.
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