Statement from Huw Merriman MP Thursday, 23 May, 2024 After 9 years as the Member of Parliament for Bexhill and Battle, I have made the decision not to stand as a candidate at the next election. This means I will also leave my job as Rail Minister on 4 July. I have loved being an MP and I leave with a heavy heart. The constituency is a beautiful place, with wonderful people in every town and village. I’ve been lucky enough to work across the... Local News
Huw speaks out against the European Super League 20th April 2021 Local MP, Huw Merriman, received assurances from the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport that the Government will not rule out legislating... Westminster News
Huw speaks in Finance Bill debate 19th April 2021 Local MP Huw Merriman spoke in the Committee Stage of the Finance Bill about the need to take tough, fiscally responsible decisions now so that the UK's... Westminster News
WATCH: Huw condemns European Super League 19th April 2021 Local MP Huw Merriman joined BBC Radio 4's Westminster Hour on Sunday evening to discuss a variety of topics. In particular, he condemned the idea of... Opinions
Huw pays tribute to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh 12th April 2021 Local MP Huw Merriman paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh in the House of Commons on Monday. Mr Deputy Speaker, when Prince Philip was asked at the age of 90... Speeches in Parliament
On course for coming out of lockdown 9th April 2021 This week, the news surrounding the AstraZeneca vaccine and blood clots may be concerning to residents. However, it is important to remember that all vaccines... ArticlesLocal News
Funding Available for Local Charities 7th April 2021 Local MP Huw Merriman is urging local charities and good causes to apply for funding raised by the players of People’s Postcode Lottery. Over 3,500 grassroots... Local News
WATCH: Huw support abortion in Northern Ireland 25th March 2021 Local MP, Huw Merriman, spoke in favour of the Government's action to facilitate Northern Ireland's women and girl's access to abortion close to home. Speeches in Parliament
WATCH: Huw ask the PM about restarting international travel 24th March 2021 At this week's Liaison Committee with the Prime Minister, local MP Huw Merriman received clarifications from the Prime Minister that the Global Travel Taskforce... Speeches in Parliament
WATCH: Huw raise local coach company's concerns at the Transport Committee 24th March 2021 Local MP, Huw Merriman, raised the concerns of Sussex-based Cordery Coaches in this week's Transport Committee session which focused on the impact of the... Speeches in Parliament
