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Children deliver Christmas cards to Stroud MP to shine a light on fuel poverty and the climate crisis

More than 300 Christmas cards will be delivered to Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie on Friday to demand government action on fuel poverty and the climate crisis. The cards, many of which have been beautifully coloured in by children will carry personalised messages that highlight a growing concern in the community about rising energy prices and the negative impact of fossil fuels on the climate.…

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Couples could marry at home and on beaches under wedding law shake-up

Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie is urging the government to adopt radical new rules around wedding venues and services following recommendations from the Law Commission. New proposed laws would allow couples to marry in “any safe and dignified location,” clearing the way for ceremonies in private homes and on beaches. Ms Baillie created the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Weddings as a…

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Congratulations: Stroud MP announces new arrival

Congratulations: Stroud MP announces new arrival

Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie has given birth to her second child – a girl.   The arrival took place at Gloucester Royal Hospital. Siobhan and her daughter – weighing 8lb 7oz – were then taken to Stroud Maternity Hospital. Mother and baby are doing well. The family has yet to announce the baby’s name.   “My husband and I are delighted to announce the arrival of a sister for our first child and the…

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Letter to the editor: We feel ashamed that human rights has become so eroded by this government

Letter to the editor: We feel ashamed that human rights has become so eroded by this government

Dear Editor, The huge outpouring of compassion by Stroud residents for Ukrainian refugees contradicts the frequent assertions made by our local MP that her constituents support stronger curbs on the arrival of asylum seekers on our shores. We are horrified that the Home Secretary is thrashing out a deal with Rwanda which would remove single men who arrive on our shores by boat to so called…

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Sea cadets receive promotion bands from Stroud MP

Sea cadets receive promotion bands from Stroud MP

Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie has awarded new sea cadets their promotion bands during a visit to the youth organisation’s base in the town. Ms Baillie met with Lieutenant Adam Whitehead, Commanding Officer, and the Cadets of T S Severn Sea Cadets on Monday. The cadets had a ceremonial session at the beginning of the visit so that Ms Baillie was able to watch. Following the promotion awards, she was…

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Come dancing: MP visits dance school

Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie visited a local dance group and took part in a lesson with the youngsters. Ms Bailliemet with Julie Henderson, a dance teacher at Ballyhoo Dance School at The Cotswold Playhouse Studio and was given some tuition in ballet and tap dancing with the help of Julie’s assistants, her daughter Daisy and Dora. Julie takes lessons around the constituency. Mondays in Painswick…

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Stroud MP delivers statement on living with covid after Boris Johnson ends all Covid-19 restrictions

Stroud MP delivers statement on living with covid after Boris Johnson ends all Covid-19 restrictions @Siobhan_Baillie

Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie has reacted after Boris Johnson announced that all Covid-19 restrictions will be lifted on Thursday, February 24 as a part of his ‘Living with Covid’ plan. This means that those who receive a positive Covid-19 test will still be advised to stay at home for at least five days, but will not be obliged to under law under the plans subject to parliamentary…

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Take part in MP's survey and help improve Stroud

Take part in Siobhan Baillie's MP's survey and help improve Stroud

Ahead of the Government’s Levelling Up Fund, Stroud MP Siobhan Baillie is calling on constituents to take part in a survey to firm up her vision for improving the town. With Stroud District Council putting together a package of projects for the Government’s Levelling Up Fund the council can bid for up to £20 million focusing on town centre regeneration, active travel and heritage. Ms Baillie…

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