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
Watch: Huw's concern on face coverings in schools 1st September 2020 As children return to school, their safety is crucial but I am concerned about the recent reports that face coverings will be a requirement for pupils. I was... Speeches in Parliament
Finally opening schools to all pupils 28th August 2020 My summer cycling constituency tour continues to take me around the beautiful coast and countryside. It’s been an absolute privilege to meet so many businesses... ArticlesLocal News
Summer cycling and stormy issues 14th August 2020 Being ‘out of the House’, I’ve decided to get on my bike for an August “Cycling Constituency Tour”. My challenge is to peddle across the 200 square miles of the... ArticlesLocal News
Latest figures demonstrate the scale of Government support for people and businesses in Bexhill and Battle 12th August 2020 New statistics showing the huge Government support to individuals and businesses in Bexhill and Battle constituency have been welcomed by local MP, Huw Merriman... Local News
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust to receive additional £3.7m funding to upgrade A&E facilities ahead of winter 12th August 2020 Huw Merriman, MP for the Bexhill and Battle constituency, has welcomed news that the East Sussex Healthcare Trust (ESHT) is set to receive an additional £3.7... Local News
Huw urges local groups to apply for up to £20k of funding 5th August 2020 Applications open from 4th August Huw Merriman, MP for the Bexhill and Battle constituency, has urged local charities and good causes to apply for funding from... Local News
MPs welcome acceleration of safety upgrade to A21 3rd August 2020 The group of MPs whose constituencies lie along the A21 have welcomed a new decision by Highways England to bring forward by five years comprehensive plans to... Local News
Eat out to help out and work out 31st July 2020 Last month, the Transport Select Committee, which I chair, issued a report recommending that the Government replace its blanket quarantine approach with a more... Articles
Huw welcomes new green initiatives 30th July 2020 Huw Merriman, MP for the Bexhill and Battle constituency, has welcomed the Government’s £3 billion green investment package to drive forward green home... Local News
