DEVOLUTION: THE SOUTH MIDLANDS DESERVES A BIGGER CONVERSATION Saturday, 25 July, 2026 This week, the Prime Minister brings ministers and mayors together to put devolution at the centre of Government. Whatever you think of devolution itself, one thing is certain: change is coming to local government here. If these reforms are going to be imposed, then we have a responsibility to make sure we secure the very best outcome for our residents, businesses and future generations. And the... Opinions
A Different Administration- Or More of the Same? 25th May 2026 I want so badly for this new council year to feel different. Milton Keynes enters a new political chapter without Pete Marland leading the council. Whatever... Opinions
Leading the Opposition in a Hung Council 24th May 2026 Over the past few weeks, Milton Keynes politics has entered a new chapter. Following the local elections, residents delivered a hung council. No single party... Local News
How Milton Keynes Conservatives grew in one of the toughest elections in years 16th May 2026 The recent local elections were incredibly hard fought for Conservatives across the country, as we continue to adjust from the high-water mark of previous... Opinions
Kemi Badenoch backs Milton Keynes Conservative manifesto as party sets out bold plan to fix the city 31st March 2026 Milton Keynes, 31 March 2026 — Rt. Hon. Kemi Badenoch, Leader of the Conservative Party and Leader of the Opposition, joined Milton Keynes Conservatives this... Local News
Have you felt the drift, that sense that something is being lost? I think I know what it is 4th December 2025 There is a quiet unease growing across Britain. Not shouted or dramatic – but unmistakably there. You hear it in town halls, in parks, in WhatsApp groups, over... Opinions
Cllr Shazna Muzammil Launches "Ask Her To Stand" in Milton Keynes to encourage more women in to politics 21st November 2025 Milton Keynes Conservative Group Leader, Cllr Shazna Muzammil, has launched a local drive as part of the Ask Her To Stand campaign, encouraging more women... Local News
Jobs Before Houses: The First Rung We’ve Forgotten 14th October 2025 Every few months, a new headline appears promising to “get Britain building” or “help people onto the housing ladder.” It sounds positive — who doesn’t want... Articles
New Towns: A Milton Keynes Perspective 28th September 2025 Today the Government published its big report on New Towns. On paper, it’s all very glossy — Britain has low productivity, a housing shortage, ageing... Opinions
Where Hope Lives: How Milton Keynes Primary PRU is Changing Lives 22nd July 2025 I visited the Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), and I’m still reflecting on everything I saw and heard. The children here are some of the most... Articles
