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Games Night at Daffodil Court
I had a fantastic evening at Games Night with the residents of Daffodil Court in Newent. A few months ago, I visited to discuss local...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 17, 2025


Upcoming Weight Restrictions on the M48 Severn Bridge
Joint Statement from Matt Bishop MP and Catherine Fookes MP Regarding Upcoming Weight Restrictions on the M48 Severn Bridge: “Yesterday,...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 11, 2025


Pilowell Primary School
What a great day at Pillowell Primary School! I had the chance to sit down with the student council, who shared their ideas on how to...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 11, 2025


Easter Bonnet Competition at St John's C of E School
What a great day at St John’s C of E Academy yesterday, where I got to judge their Easter bonnet competition The creativity on display...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 10, 2025


Declaration of Office for Julia Kent MBE
Had a great time attending the Declaration of Office for Julie Kent MBE as the new 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗼𝗳...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 8, 2025


Martyn's Law receives Royal Assent
Yesterday marked a significant moment in strengthening public safety as Martyn’s Law received Royal Assent, officially becoming law. This...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 4, 2025


Online Safety Act
I spoke with ITV News West Country on Tuesday about Online Safety. In Parliament, I’m pushing for change—meeting with those affected by...

Matt Bishop MP
Apr 4, 2025


South Western Ambulance Service
It was a pleasure to attend the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWAST) Parliamentary Reception last week. SWAST is...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 31, 2025


St Stephen's Church Spring Craft Fayre
It's always a pleasure to attend local events like this morning at St Stephen's Church Spring Craft Fayre. The fayre featured a variety...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 29, 2025


National Association of Retired Police Officers
On Wednesday, I had the pleasure of attending an event hosted by the National Association of Retired Police Officers ( NARPO ) and...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 28, 2025


Appointed to Crime and Policing Bill Committee
I’m pleased to have been appointed to the 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 in Parliament. This Bill is a...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 26, 2025


Berry Hill Primary School
It was great to visit Berry Hill Primary School last week and chat to students in their Pupil’s Parliament. In the photo are Berry...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 25, 2025


Minister responsible for School Buildings visits SGS Forest High School
Today marks an important step forward for SGS Forest High School. I welcomed Stephen Morgan MP , the Minister responsible for School...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 24, 2025


Written Questions to Ministers
As your MP, I’m committed to fighting for the issues that matter most to the people of the Forest of Dean. Every week, I submit written...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 13, 2025


The Ostrich Inn, Newland
Had a great visit to The Ostrich Inn in Newland, led by The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley . Lisa and Simon have done an incredible job...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 10, 2025


Dene Maga School Visit Parliament
Great to have some politics students from Dene Magna School 6th form visit Parliament this week. They had the chance to explore...

Matt Bishop MP
Mar 6, 2025


HRH The Princess Royal visits Lydney
It was an honour to welcome HRH The Princess Royal to Lydney this week. Her Royal Highness met with those affected by Storm Bert...

Matt Bishop MP
Feb 28, 2025


Statement on upcoming local elections
I welcome the Government’s confirmation that the upcoming local elections in Gloucestershire will proceed as planned and firmly reject...

Matt Bishop MP
Feb 7, 2025


Q&A at Severnbanks Primary School
It was fantastic to visit Severnbanks Primary School in Lydney today and hold a Q&A with the pupils. They asked lots of important...

Matt Bishop MP
Feb 7, 2025


Road Safety at Tutshill School
Last Friday, I visited local residents and teachers from Tutshill School, who are campaigning for better road safety, especially for...

Matt Bishop MP
Feb 5, 2025
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