D&S column: bringing digital connectivity to the Dales Wednesday, 11 March, 2026 It is a fact of political life that sometimes the best ideas can take what seems a long time to translate into a successful outcome. I was reminded of this most recently on a lousy (weather-wise) day at the top end of Coverdale. Standing by a new telecommunications mast – one of a number that are being switched on this year in the most isolated parts of the Yorkshire Dales – I recalled a speech I... Articles
Work to preserve Yorkshire Dales landmark church tower welcomed by Rishi 21st May 2025 Rishi has praised the work to restore the tower of an historic Yorkshire Dales church. The Richmond and Northallerton MP said the project to repair the tower of... Local News
D&S column: ten years of service 16th May 2025 My column in today's Darlington & Stockton Times. Ten years ago this month I was honoured and privileged to be elected as your MP for the first time. To say a... Articles
Rishi celebrates with service families for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day 13th May 2025 Rishi joined Catterick Garrison families for VE Day celebrations. Rishi, accompanied by his wife, joined families at Bramble Woods Community Garden to... Local News
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Rishi joined Northallerton Bowling Club members to celebrate 125th anniversary 13th May 2025 Northallerton Bowling Club welcomed Rishi to a celebration of the club’s 125th anniversary. Rishi was welcomed by Club President, Bernard Eland, and Chairman... Local News
Rishi urges Coast to Coast walkers: get your trail passport 12th May 2025 Rishi has praised the launch of the Coast to Coast Walk Passport to inspire walkers and boost the economic benefits of Britain’s most popular long-distance path... Local News
Rishi highlights excellence of Northallerton company celebrating milestone anniversary 9th May 2025 Rishi has praised an electronics company’s commitment to excellence as it celebrates its 60th birthday. The MP said he was most impressed by Mowden Controls... Local News
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