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Meeting with Mid Norfolk Farmers in Parliament

19 November 2024

Farmers from across the UK have descended on Westminster to tell the new Government what they are doing to them through changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Inheritance Tax will mark the end of 'Family Farming' as we know it.

A Bad Budget for the Rural Economy

18 November 2024

By announcing a massive £40bn tax attack focused on small and family businesses, the Farm Tax attack on family farms and pensioners at risk of fuel poverty alongside massive borrowing, to fund a spending spree on public sector wages.

Sign the Petition - Save Dereham’s Post Office

14 November 2024

The Dereham Post Office is a vital hub for the local community. As Dereham as a town grows in population (with more new housing planned) and with a retired elderly population - this is an outrageous proposal by the Post Office which makes no sense.

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Freeman steps in to attempt to save Toftwood Surgery

12 November 2024

I am pleased to report that the Landlord and the ICB will next week now be meeting to try and resolve the issues surrounding the lease.

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Freeman appalled by outrageous tax attack on family farms

6 November 2024

As MP for a profoundly rural part of Norfolk, coming from a farming family and as a former adviser to the NFU I am appalled by the outrageous tax attack on family farms in last weeks Budget.

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George Freeman MP Holds Meeting on the Future of Dereham Toftwood Surgery

31 October 2024

Today, alongside Dereham South County Councillor Phillip Duigan, I met with Tracey Bleakley, CEO of NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB), to discuss the concerning proposed closure of Dereham’s Toftwood Surgery.

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Speeches in the House

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Freeman urges Government to back reforms to unlock billions for UK R&D growth

6 November 2024

George Freeman urges the Government to commit to the previous Government’s ‘Mansion House Reforms’ designed to unlock £billions capital held in UK pension funds in the City to protect and grow British R&D.

George Freeman responds to the Budget

30 October 2024

George Freeman speaks in the Budget Debate to emphasise the depth of the financial crisis facing the UK, particularly with regard to the structural deficit, and the importance of an innovation-driven economy as the path out of this crisis. The Government needs policies and a tax regime that retains talent and attracts innovators and investors rather than deters them as he fears this Budget will do. Finally George raises concerns about the Budget's impact on small businesses and agriculture in rural areas such as Mid Norfolk.

George Freeman MP speaking in Westminster Hall

Freeman calls for urgent action to support horseracing

24 October 2024

George Freeman speaks in a Westminster Hall debate to urge the Government to take action to support the racing industry which is in financial crisis and is a major employer in rural areas.

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Constituency Campaigns

NHS Dentists

When we think of our health, too often, as a society, we neglect to consider the importance of our teeth. Dental health is a crucial part of NHS services however and it is vital that EVERYONE can access the support they need.

Offshore Wind Infrastructure

For all of those of us that love and appreciate our beautiful rural and coastal landscapes here in the East, it is clear that the current chaotic “free for all” approach to delivering offshore wind infrastructure is unsustainable in the long term.

George Freeman MP outside new houses in North Tuddenham

Planning and Protecting Our Rural Landscape and Heritage

Building enough houses to make sure everyone in our area has the chance for a roof of their own, while also making sure we protect our rural landscape and heritage, is often a difficult balance.

That’s why I set up my Norfolk Way Project to promote a new model of rural development, protecting our heritage AND driving a ‘Rural Renaissance’ in our towns and villages with improved transport links and new businesses and opportunities.

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Local Business/Campaign Spotlight

Business Spotlight – Hannah Art

30 November 2023

One of the joys of my weekly constituency visits is getting to meet inspirational people – which is why it is such a delight for me to spotlight ‘Hannah Art’, the wonderful business set up by fourteen year old Hannah Fewell, whom I recently met at Banham Zoo’s brilliant ‘Christmas Enterprise Festival’.

Cranswick Country Foods – Vacancies

14 June 2023

Further to the brilliant Wayland Chamber of Commerce Jobs Fair in Watton that I helped support with local councillors and the DWP, I am delighted to helped showcase some of the local job opportunities on offer right here in Mid Norfolk.

Watton Jobs Fair – Friday 2nd June – 10am-2pm – Queens Memorial Hall, Watton

Are you an upcoming school leaver, someone in search of a job, or even someone just looking for a new exciting career or opportunity?

Are you a local business interested in speaking to LOCAL people about opportunities in their area.

Then Wayland Chamber of Commerce want to hear from YOU!

Mid Norfolk Railway – Emergency ‘Back On Track’ Appeal

28 March 2023

The ’Back On Track’ Emergency Appeal aims to raise £95,000 that, when combined with the funds already raised by the MNR, will hopefully allow the railway to reopen on a staged basis from the summer.

Norwich Jobs Fair

Looking to get back into work or change your career?

The Norwich Jobs Fair will be taking place between 10am-1pm on Wednesday 13th July at the Forum in the Norwich.

No registration is required. You can just turn up and talk to companies from various sectors and industries. It is completely free to come along

Wymondham Food and Drink Festival 2022

Wymondham Food and Drink Festival 2022 will take place on Sunday 26th June between 10am-4pm. The event promises local and East Anglian culinary delights including hot food, street food, artisan foods and more.

North Elmham Tennis Club

9 May 2022

Award-winning North Elmham Tennis Club, located near to Dereham and Fakenham, offers year-round coaching, tournaments and social play for all ages and abilities.