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Meaningful Vote 2

Over breakfast on Monday, I heard, for the umpteenth time, the commentators on the television emphasising the importance of the week ahead. For once, this wasn’t media hyperbole.

Brexit Delay Vote

‘Tonight, in the House of Commons, I voted against an extension to Article 50 and against a second referendum. I have always been clear that we must honour the result of the referendum and believe we now must keep our eyes on the prize of making the most of the opportunities of Brexit and bringing

Leaving the European Union

I have always been clear, as my voting record attests to, that I believe we must honour the result of the 2016 referendum by leaving the European Union. Last night, in the House of Commons, I voted to keep No Deal on the table.

Maidstone Borough Council Local Plan Review

Commenting on the start of the 'Call for Sites' stage of the Local Plan Review, Helen Grant MP said,  ‘It is important to make clear that the Local Plan Review is only in its very early stages and that there are therefore no formal planning applications currently on the table.

KM Column: International Women's Day

2019 marks the 100th anniversary of the first woman taking her seat in the UK Parliament.  There is much for women to celebrate since Nancy Astor’s momentous accomplishment, and what better occasion than International Women’s Day on Friday 8th March this week. Women’s employment is at 71% - a

Apprenticeship Opportunities

The Apprenticeship Diversity Champions Network, which I am proud to Chair, is an employer led, action-focussed group whose members share my belief that someone's future should not be determined by their past.

British Film Industry

A couple of weeks ago on these pages I mentioned a much loved movie – Groundhog Day.  Indeed, I recall referring to films fairly frequently in this column and that is because they are one my favourite pastimes.  I spend all day reading stuff for my work so to sit back and be entertained wh

Closure of Trinity Foyer

Helen Grant, Member of Parliament for Maidstone and the Weald, said  ‘I was very concerned when I learned of the news that Trinity Foyer was to close.

Brexit Public Meeting

Helen Grant will be addressing a public meeting this coming Friday, 1st March, to provide interested people with a full explanation of the current position surrounding Brexit and set out the options.  There will also be the opportunity for questions from anyone present. The meeting is being ho