Suffolk MPs head up political battle over pylons in region 6th November 2024 The arguments about whether to put up pylons to carry electricity across the region or bury cables underground has taken a new twist with MPs taking sides in... Local News
James Cartlidge opinion: Tax rises will hit farmers hardest 6th November 2024 In late September I was asked by the EADT to give my views on the pylon issue. In my comment I stressed that this was about more than just pylons, rather, the... Local News
Suffolk MPs discuss the impact of Orwell Bridge closures 5th November 2024 Suffolk leaders have come to the table to kickstart talks to end the chaos that rocks the county when the Orwell Bridge closes. MPs James Cartlidge, Jack Abbott... Local News
Closure on A14 Orwell Bridge, outside Ipswich, causing chaos for residents as first meeting held between MPs 5th November 2024 Suffolk MPs have held their first meeting to address the closures of a vital bridge which cause chaos for residents and businesses alike. On Friday, several of... Local News
MPs demand study into Labour’s ‘profoundly concerning’ pylon plan 20th October 2024 Ed Miliband insists that underground cables are more expensive, but a report has found otherwise Ed Miliband’s “pylon presumption” has come under fire from... Local News
South Suffolk MP takes on daily mile with Sudbury school 20th October 2024 A Suffolk MP has visited a primary school to join children on their daily mile. James Cartlidge, South Suffolk MP, attended St Gregory CEVC Primary School in... Local News
Orwell Bridge works set for next 6 months, Suffolk MP told 15th October 2024 Remedial works to the Orwell Bridge are expected to begin before April next year says the government. James Cartlidge, Conservative MP for South Suffolk, wrote... Local News
Miliband ‘wastes cash’ on net-zero pylon blight 13th October 2024 Campaigners accuse the Energy Secretary of pursuing ‘dogmatic’ agenda and warn of ‘pitchfork battles’ with rural communities Ed Miliband’s plan to erect... Local News
South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge continues pledge to protect Boxford Post Office as cuts could come next month 10th October 2024 A Suffolk MP has continued his pledge to protect a ‘vital’ rural post office as cuts could come as early as next month. Last month, subpostmaster Richard... Local News