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Rob Butler MP urges minister to insist HS2 contractors be better neighbours

Following my conversations with residents in Walton Court on Saturday about disruption caused by HS2, I asked Department for Transport minister Richard Holden MP to insist contractors reduce the harm they're causing local people. HS2 say they want to be a good neighbour; they need to prove it

Rob pops along to Bedgrove Infant School Summer Fete

Thoroughly enjoyed popping into Bedgrove Infant School’s rescheduled summer fete. A great turnout, with lots of fun activities for the children. Good to meet headteacher Miss Lawrence & chat to teachers on the stalls. Easy to see why this is such a popular local school!

Rob meets local resident who is cycling 1000 miles for charity

It was great to meet local lorry driver Scott McEvoy this afternoon. He's starting the 1- year countdown to a 1000 mile bike ride covering the entire length of the UK, from John o'Groats to Land's End - and he plans to do it in just ten days.

Rob joins other Bucks MP for a call with Healthwatch Bucks

Good to join other Bucks MPs for a call with Healthwatch Bucks. Healthwatch's job is to ensure patients' views are heard - and acted on - by local health and social care services. Find out more, and let them know what you think, via healthwatchbucks.co.uk

Rob attends DSEI defence and security show

A fascinating day at DSEI defence and security show with the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme. After spending time with Royal Navy and Royal Air Force my focus this year is UKStratCom.

Rob discusses cancer care with Macmillan

Too many people are still waiting too long for cancer care. So I was pleased to hear Department of Health and Social Care - DHSC minister Will Quince MP emphasise the importance of speeding up diagnosis & treatment, at an event hosted by Macmillan Cancer Support in the House of Commons.

Rob shows his support for British farming

Today is Back British Farming Day - I was pleased to show my support for our local farmers at an event in the House of Commons and to wear the wheatsheaf badge.

Food security is vital to our country, so I'm determined to see British farming thrive.

Rob Butler MP asks minister about prison reform

The escape of a prisoner from Wandsworth jail last week has rightly drawn a lot of public concern and attention. At Justice questions in the House of Commons, I suggested this would be a good time to start a broader debate on the role of prisons in society.