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Alison Bennett's Monday Mail: Remembrance
Today is Armistice Day. Over the last two weeks I have been honoured to attend a number of Remembrance events, both locally in Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and Lindfield, and in Parliament....

Column: Protect Mid Sussex’s Health Services from the National Insurance Hike
In the recent Budget, the government announced an increase in Employer National Insurance contributions—a move that could push Mid Sussex’s essential health services to the brink. Local GPs and small care providers are already struggling.

The budget and beyond
The budget was undoubtedly the big event of last week. I shared my initial reaction on the Sussex Express website. Whilst the implications of the increases to Employers’ National Insurance contributions are still unfolding, I am particularly concerned...

Column: Rural Communities Deserve Attention from the Labour government
Writing ahead of Wednesday’s Budget, Alison Bennett Liberal Democrat Member of Parliament for Mid Sussex, wants to see a budget that does not overlook rural communities.

Press Release: Liberal Democrat MP Alison Bennett Calls for Budget Boost for Dental Services in Mid Sussex
With tooth decay being the leading cause of hospital admissions for children aged 6-10, Alison Bennett, Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Sussex, is calling on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise an immediate cash injection for dental services
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A message from Christine Jardine on International Women's Day
Reflecting on the year’s International Women’s Day theme of “accelerate action”, I am sadly reminded of how much more we still need to achieve.