Better Connectivity

As the MP for not only the largest English constituency, but also one of the most rural constituencies in the UK, Dr Neil Hudson MP for Penrith and The Border spoke about the importance of improving digital and physical connectivity in isolated communities. 

Dr Neil Hudson MP has welcomed the boost for radio stations broadcasting in Penrith and The Border through the Conservative Government’s Media Bill.  

Technology has revolutionised the way people enjoy British radio, with more and more people using smart speakers. 

Dr Neil Hudson MP has welcomed £286,957,000 of funding from the Conservative Government over the next eleven years in Cumbria so thousands across Penrith and The Border can enjoy smoother, safer and faster journeys.

The Borderlands Region - which includes much of Dr Hudson's Penrith and The Border constituency - has been named as one of 10 5G Innovation Regions where Government will channel £36 million to accelerate local projects to boost advanced wireless connectivity across a wide range of sectors, includ

Dr Neil Hudson met with a group of Year 11 students from Samuel King’s School in Alston on their visit to Parliament.  

Dr Neil Hudson MP marked a significant stride forward in his ongoing Better Connectivity campaign by welcoming a new state-of-the-art smart vehicle for the volunteer Border Rambler Bus Service.

Dr Neil Hudson MP has urged for action on the delayed A66 dualling decision. While the application is still being considered, news broke that a planning decision has been pushed back as to whether work could start in earnest. 

Dr Neil Hudson MP has welcomed the Conservative Government’s decision to extend the £2 bus fare cap, bringing cheaper journeys to people across the country. 

Dr Neil Hudson MP celebrated the Government's decision to ensure rail operators retain ticket offices after lobbying Ministers, engaging the local community in the consultation process and writing to train companies.

Dr Neil Hudson MP has welcomed news that bus funding in Cumbria is being increased by more than £2 million by the Conservative Government thanks to the reallocation of HS2 funding.