Fiona said:

"I really hope this augmented Government backed loan scheme will help the many viable businesses in this constituency to overcome the challenges they face through this virus."

Fiona has received an update from Royal Mail. Please see details below:

"I would like to assure you that we continue to work hard to collect, process and deliver as much mail and parcels as possible in difficult circumstances. 

Fiona, as chair of the Pro Life APPG, has welcomed the clarification of the RCP regarding its position on assisted dying. 

The RCP stated:

An update from Fiona:

"I  would like to update you on the work the Department of Local Government, Communities and Housing  has been doing in recent days in response to COVID-19, and to answer some of the most frequent questions received.

Holiday Parks

The NHS is “rallying the troops” for the war on coronavirus, with volunteers being called up to help vulnerable people stay safe and well at home.

The Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps MP, has written about the package of support for the railway. Please see a copy of the letter in the attachments below.

Closing non-essential shops and public spaces

Last week, the Government ordered certain businesses - including pubs, cinemas and theatres - to close. The Government is now extending this requirement to a further set of businesses and other venues, including:

The Prime Minister has set up new ministerial structures to coordinate, prioritise and respond to the coronavirus pandemic across government.

Speaking in a debate on Alcohol Harm called by Fiona, she spoke of the impact self isolation and social distancing could have on drinking levels and the need for advice from the Department for Health. Fiona's speech in full (with interventions) is as follows:

"I beg to move,