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Olympics shouldn't be cancelled, ex-England cricketer Monty Panesar tells Nub News

By Jack Lenton

23rd Jul 2021 | Opinion

A big thank you to former England cricketer Monty Panesar for writing this article for Nub News! Monty has explained why he thinks the Olympics shouldn't be called off. Read his thoughts below:

Japan will be hoping to use the Tokyo Olympic Games to project the image of innovation and their power in Asia. Now, the questions about the sporting integrity of the Olympics keep growing as athletes arrive in Tokyo, test positive, and have to pull out. The host city is in a state of emergency. Fans are barred from most venues and athletes must follow a strict protocol.

Karen Bradley: "We have to learn to live with this virus"

By Jack Lenton

24th Jun 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed her decision to vote against extending Coronavirus restrictions until July 19th.

As you know, MPs voted last week to extend the coronavirus regulations for another four weeks, now due to end on 19th July.

Karen Bradley: "Operating without restrictions is incredibly important to many Moorlanders"

By Jack Lenton

18th Jun 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has shared her latest thoughts on the local Covid outbreaks and the latest restriction updates.

As you will know, the Moorlands has seen an outbreak of the Delta variant of COVID 19 connected to several schools in the Leek area.

Karen Bradley: "Moorlands variant outbreak shows Covid is sadly still a threat"

By Jack Lenton

9th Jun 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP says the local outbreak of the Indian (Delta) Coronavirus variant shows that the virus is sadly still a threat.

As I am sure many of you are aware, last week saw an outbreak of positive Covid cases in Leek, identified in students and staff at some of our schools and also in a couple of hospitality venues.

Karen Bradley: "It's an honour to continue work against human trafficking"

By Jack Lenton

2nd Jun 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed her work in All Party Parliamentary Groups.

One of the many things that I spend time on as a back bench MP are the All Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs).

Karen Bradley: "A million vaccines in Staffordshire is a phenomenal achievement"

By Jack Lenton

20th May 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has reacted to one million Coronavirus vaccines being delivered in Staffordshire.

Last week, the local vaccination team in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent put their one millionth vaccine into someone's arm.

Karen Bradley: "It will be great to see more businesses reopen on May 17th"

By Jack Lenton

14th May 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed how she is looking forward to seeing more businesses reopen in the next stage of lockdown easing.

Last week we had the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and Staffordshire County Council elections.

Karen Bradley: "We are all so used to virtual visits by now, but there is nothing like meeting in person"

By Jack Lenton

29th Apr 2021 | Opinion

Karen Bradley: In this week's column on Nub News, the Moorlands MP has discussed returning to in-person visits as Coronavirus restrictions continue to relax.

After a busy week in Parliament, it was lovely to get back to the Moorlands and to return after what seems a very long time to visit the Werrington Community Volunteers.

Karen Bradley: "My tribute to HRH Prince Phillip"

By Jack Lenton

21st Apr 2021 | Opinion

In this week's column on Nub News, Moorlands MP Karen Bradley has discussed the tribute she paid to Prince Phillip in Parliament's book of condolences.

Last week saw a historic day in Parliament as MPs came together to pay tribute to His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Karen Bradley: "It is so good to see businesses open again"

By Jack Lenton

15th Apr 2021 | Opinion

In this week's column on Leek Nub News, Moorlands MP Karen Bradley discusses this week's lockdown easing, as well as the death of HRH Prince Philip.

I know that many of you will be pleased that from this Monday we are in Step Two of the roadmap out of lockdown with our shops, gyms, zoos, personal care services and outdoor hospitality all able to reopen.

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