Derek Thomas MP weekly column May 23rd 2024 Thursday, 23 May, 2024 It was a privilege to visit St Mary’s Hospital on Scilly last week. This was part of a two-day visit to ensure residents can raise any points and concerns with me. As we know, following Prince William’s visit, work has begun on the hospital site to build what is likely to be the first Integrated Care Hub in the NHS. It has been an extraordinary battle to secure the funds for this building. Scilly... Local News
MP's Column 30th April 2020 We are now coming to the end of week six of the official lockdown and there is no question that this effort has brought down the spread of coronavirus. Debate... Local News
Five tests for adjusting the lockdown 29th April 2020 The five ‘robust’ tests being used to judge when and how quickly to ease restrictions demonstrate that the Government will not be rushed into letting people... Local News
Full list of action the Government has taken 28th April 2020 Last updated 28/04/20 Instructed the British people to stay at home – to protect the NHS and save lives. The Prime Minister has also written to all 30 million... Westminster News
'United effort' will continue in bid to get West Cornwall A30 improvements 27th April 2020 MP Derek Thomas says he is encouraged that a ‘united effort’ is underway to ensure that West Cornwall enjoys improved road links despite recent disappointments... Local News
Derek Thomas urges Government to tell people NOT to travel to second homes 27th April 2020 MP Derek Thomas is urging the Government to make it absolutely clear that people should not be travelling to their second homes in West Cornwall and the rest of... Local News
Derek Thomas helps secure £6 million emergency package for Scilly's lifeline travel and freight services 24th April 2020 The Isles of Scilly Transport Board, which is made up of transport providers, local authorities and business groups, has welcomed valuable support from... Local News
Testing now available for all essential workers 24th April 2020 Picture caption: Health Secretary Matt Hancock pictured with Derek Thomas and healthcare staff at Helston Community Hospital on a visit last year. Yesterday... Local News
MP's Column 23rd April 2020 Congratulations to Frugi (clothing company based in Helston) for receiving two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise on Tuesday. These are awarded for sustainable... Local News
Derek works to secure PPE for frontline workers in West Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 17th April 2020 The need for PPE is a real issue and whilst supplies are getting to Cornwall they are not keeping up with the increasing demand. I’ve been working closely with... Local News
