Armed Forces Day

What a great success Armed Forces Day turned out to be on Saturday. I have never seen so many in people in Hexham, all turning out to show our support for our troops. The Duchess of Northumberland awarded campaign medals to those just returned from Afghanistan and Mayor Terry Robson awarded the soldiers the Freedom of Hexham.

What an incredible day.

Have your say on courts future

The Ministry of Justice has launched a consultation on reforming the courts system. This has an impact in Hexham as Tynedale Magistrates’ court is one of those the Ministry of Justice has highlighted.

I'd like to know what you think on the plans, you can view the consultation documents here.

You can then email me your views: hexham@tory.org or send them to me on facebook here

PM praises Hexham for tribute to Armed Forces

'The Prime Minister yesterday hailed Hexham for "going the extra mile" in paying tribute to British soldiers.

David Cameron praised the town as hundreds of soldiers from 39 Regiment Royal Artillery, The Welsh Gunners, stationed at nearby Albemarle Barracks, prepare to parade in the town in support of Armed Forces Day on Saturday.

His comments came after Hexham MP Guy Opperman said other areas should follow the lead of the town during Prime Minister's Questions.'

To read the full article in The Journal use the link:
http://hexham.journallive.co.uk/2010/06/pm-praises-hexham-for-tribute.html