Oliver's Column for My News - September 2026 Tuesday, 1 September, 2026 As a new Parliamentary session begins and with the advent of a new Prime Minister, my primary duty of standing up for the people of Hertsmere remains unchanged. First, congratulations to all local students receiving their GCSE and A-Level results. I wish you every success in your next steps. Returning to Parliament, my focus remains squarely on our community’s priorities. Preserving our rural... Articles
Oliver Opens New Hub at The Radley Care Home 28th August 2026 Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently opened a new hub and unveiled a plaque at The Radley Care Home. His visit marked the official opening of the Home’s new Complex... Local News
Planning Reforms to Destroy over 200 Acres of Hertsmere Green Belt 17th August 2026 Sir Oliver Dowden MP has warned the Labour government’s latest planning reforms published today will destroy swathes of pristine Green Belt in Hertsmere. The... Local News
Oliver Champions New Local Pub, The Plough in Elstree 14th August 2026 Sir Oliver Dowden MP recently visited the newly opened The Plough in Elstree, with Councillor Harvey Cohen. Oliver met with owner Steve Haslam to get a tour of... Local News
Oliver's Column for Radlett News - August 2026 1st August 2026 The government’s decision to place Hertsmere planning into special measures is a serious blow to the credibility of the Labour/Liberal run council. Plans for... Articles
Oliver's Column for Bushey News - August 2026 1st August 2026 The government’s decision to place Hertsmere planning into special measures is a serious blow to the credibility of the Labour/Liberal run council. Plans for... Articles
Oliver Calls for Urgent Action on Uncontrolled HMO Conversions in Hertsmere 23rd July 2026 Sir Oliver Dowden MP met with Shadow Housing Secretary Sir James Cleverly MP, Leader of the Conservative Group at Hertsmere Borough Council, Cllr Lynette... Westminster News
End of Term Report - Summer 2026 23rd July 2026 As Parliament rises for Summer Recess, I wanted to update you on my work as your Member of Parliament over the past few months in my latest End of Term Report... Newsletters
Oliver Challenges the Government on Electricity Supply 15th July 2026 Sir Oliver has challenged the Government in Parliament today on electricity supply in the current conditions and whether our power grid is sufficiently... Speeches in Parliament
Oliver Calls for Urgent Action on HMOs Following Potters Bar Visit 10th July 2026 On Friday, Sir Oliver Dowden MP once again met with residents and councillors Cllr Lynette Sullivan and Cllr Harvey Cohen in Potters Bar to discuss what he... Local News
