My latest column - 3 August Wednesday, 3 August, 2022 Whilst it is welcome news that a package of measures has been announced by Government (which I was involved with when Environment Minister) to tackle nutrient pollution and unlock stalled planning permissions, recent discussion with developers in the area is highlighting that little movement is occurring. There are three actions Government has instigated: obliging the upgrade of water treatment... Local News
Rebecca Pow visits site to discuss plans for Wellington Rail Station 8th August 2022 Information has recently been sent out to local people in the Longforth Farm area of Wellington for their comments on plans for the Wellington Rail Station... Local News
My Statement on the Leadership Election 21st July 2022 The final two candidates, former Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, and Foreign Secretary Liz Truss have now begun touring the country promoting their campaigns... Westminster News
Rebecca welcomes plan to reduce water pollution 21st July 2022 Taunton Deane MP and former Environment Minister Rebecca Pow is delighted to support the package of measures announced yesterday to further tackle water... Local News
Rebecca calls for BTEC qualifications to be retained 19th July 2022 Earlier this week, Rebecca spoke in Monday's Westminster Hall Debate in Parliament on BTEC Qualifications, citing them as invaluable for students and a stepping... Local News
Rebecca resigns as Environment Minister 7th July 2022 This week I've been at home with Covid-19. Earlier this morning I tendered my resignation as Environment Minister. Values, integrity and the morals by which I... Westminster News
Government Food Strategy 13th June 2022 Plans to drive innovation and harness pioneering technology in farming will be set out today as part of the Government’s Food Strategy which will back our... Westminster News
Rebecca presents Platinum Jubilee Medals to 40 Commando 11th June 2022 I was honoured to present Platinum Jubilee medals to the deserving 40 Commando Royal Marines at Norton Manor Camp in this special year, and to thank them all... Local News
£30 million funding grants to help farmers boost their businesses 10th June 2022 Funding grants of up to £300,000 will be made available to farmers to help them boost their businesses and add extra value to their produce, Environment... Westminster News
My Statement on Monday's vote 9th June 2022 It’s been a significant week in Parliament with the vote of confidence in the Prime Minister. The Sue Gray report highlighted a number of failings, both... Westminster News
