James Heappey signs off from Ministry for Defence Wednesday, 27 March, 2024 James Heappey MP has today signed off from his role in the Ministry of Defence as Minister for Armed Forces, after four-and-a-half years in the role. This comes after announcing his intention to stand down as a candidate at the next General Election. He said: "I’ve loved every minute as MinAF in this incredible department. Our Armed Forces & MOD civil servants are the very best of us. Representing... Local News
James Heappey MP Column 21st July 2023 I write this week, just before our schools break up for the summer holiday, at the end of the academic year - I want to take the opportunity to thank all the... Local News
NHS Dentistry Update 17th July 2023 There is no escaping that it is extremely difficult for some people in Somerset to access NHS dental care. This is understandably distressing, and I share the... Local News
James Heappey MP Weekly Column 5th July 2023 I am writing this on the day that marks the 75th anniversary of our most treasured national institution, the NHS. In 1948, the NHS became the first healthcare... Local News
James Heappey praises 'fantastic' Bath and West Show after event in Shepton Mallet 5th June 2023 More than 100,000 people descended on Shepton Mallet for the largest agricultural show in the West as the Royal Bath and West Show returned - and the event was... Local News
MP welcomes Government bus fare cap extension in Somerset 17th May 2023 Wells MP James Heappey has welcomed the news announced today that the £2 bus fare will be extended until October, with it then rising to £2.50 until November... Local News
James Heappey clear 'job not done' but improvements made at Burnham Medical Centre 13th May 2023 Burnham-on-Sea MP James Heappey has been clear there is 'still work to do' to ensure Burnham Medical Centre improves to the level it needs to, after a... Local News
James Heappey 'honoured' to be reselected as candidate at next General Election 12th May 2023 Wells MP James Heappey has spoken of his honour to be reselected as the candidate for the next General Election. The incoming boundary changes mean Mr Heappey... Local News
James Heappey backs campaigns against bank closures 27th March 2023 James Heappey MP has pledged to support campaigns calling for banks across the constituency to reconsider their decision to close branches. In recent weeks... Local News
James Heappey opens new Sixth Form extension 6th March 2023 Highbridge MP James Heappey proudly opened King Alfred School’s Sixth Form extension this week following a huge increase in demand for students to attend from... Local News