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Dr Neil Hudson, MP for Penrith and The Border, has welcomed the announcement that Cumbria has been bolstered by an additional 53 officers since the Government launched its major recruitment drive in September 2019.

It is great to be able to contribute to our fantastic local newspaper in this new column. I am so pleased that the paper was put on a sure footing by its new owners after the uncertainty earlier this year.

Commission provides expert advice to government to ensure UK trade policy secures opportunities for UK farmers and upholds high standards.

Dr Neil Hudson MP for Penrith and the Border has welcomed the announcement that Cumbria will receive £436,994 in extra funding as part of the Government’s £25 million Safer Streets Fund – delivering on a key Conservative manifesto commitment.

Dr Neil Hudson MP for Penrith and the Border has given his backing to the work of ‘The Wilderness Programme’ which runs some of its activities in Cumbria.

Today in Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Questions in the House Commons, Dr Neil Hudson, MP for Penrith and The Border, highlighted the uncertainty facing businesses and constituents who have not been able to access financial support during the COVID-19 crisis.

The Trade Bill returned to the House of Commons yesterday and Dr Neil Hudson MP for Penrith and The Border voted for  important amendments on animal welfare and food standards and parliamentary scrutiny.  

Dr Neil Hudson MP for Penrith and The Border has welcomed the measures announced by the Chancellor on Wednesday 8th July as part of his Summer Economic Update, offering a much-needed boost for tourism and hospitality businesses in Penrith and The Border.

Chancellor launches Plan for Jobs – supporting, creating and protecting jobs across the country as we emerge from the coronavirus outbreak.

VAT to be cut for six months for all businesses in the hospitality, accommodation and attractions industries, including up to 585 in Penrith and The Border
Public urged to ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ with new voucher scheme to encourage people to support local restaurants throughout August