For over three years I’ve been urging the Government to recognise that many people voted Brexit in disillusionment at a lack of economic fairness. Many areas - especially small town and rural communities have felt left behind by a London economy from which they don’t see the rewards.

I’m pleased that the Government has announced £1.6bn for “Left Behind Towns”. But - this must be the first step of a bigger programme of National Renewal following Brexit. The coastal and rural towns of Norfolk have deprivation too and deserve our fair share.

You can read more of my comments on the Stronger Towns Fund in the EDP article here.