My latest SFP column - September 2026 Thursday, 17 September, 2026 At the time of writing this article, one leading regional supplier is quoting £1.09 for a litre of heating oil. Naturally, this is being mirrored by steep prices on the petrol and diesel forecourt, and underlines the very real cost of living challenge. Clearly, international events are having an impact. At the moment, it’s not just the Iranian action in the Straits of Hormuz that is affecting... Articles
My latest EADT column - September 2025 3rd September 2025 As Parliament returns this week, it’s been a case of straight back into the thick of it. On Monday, in my role as Shadow Defence Secretary, I responded to a... Articles
South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge criticises Treasury Minister for declining meeting with farmers over inheritance tax changes 30th August 2025 A Suffolk MP has slammed a Government Minister for declining a meeting with local farmers over controversial incoming tax proposals. South Suffolk MP James... Local News
National Grid lodges plans for Norwich to Tilbury project 29th August 2025 Formal plans for the Norwich to Tilbury power project, which could see 500 pylons built across the East Anglian countryside, have been formally submitted. The... Local News
My latest SFP column - August 2025 21st August 2025 It’s August and I hope all readers are enjoying the lovely weather of late. Some may even think the recent heatwave was ‘too hot’. But as always, it doesn’t... Articles
Concerns over council tax rises expressed by Suffolk MP 10th August 2025 A Suffolk MP has expressed his concerns over council tax rises after it was revealed that Ipswich has the highest charge in England for certain properties... Local News
MP’s concerns on Council tax ‘surge’ threat 7th August 2025 As new independent research confirms that Ipswich is the highest charging shire district in England, James Cartlidge MP warns that local Government... Articles
My latest EADT column - August 2025 6th August 2025 One of my biggest concerns about the Government’s plans to reform local government in Suffolk is simply the lack of debate, but Local Government Reorganisation... Articles
James Cartlidge MP concerned over farm closures in Suffolk 2nd August 2025 Record farm closures have stoked "heartbreak" across Suffolk as farmers say they are struggling to make ends meet amid claims of "punitive" government policy. A... Local News
Ipswich community leaders hold second Orwell Bridge meeting 1st August 2025 Community leaders in and around Ipswich have come together for a second meeting, held after Orwell Bridge works finished early. The MP for South Suffolk, James... Local News
