Hospitality is on its knees. We've already lost too many pubs and restaurants across Harpenden & Berkhamsted. Small businesses are lifelines for our villages, but owners are struggling with business rates, national insurance costs and the minimum wage.

I recently discussed on BBC 5 Live a deeply troubling case review involving young people, sexual violence and social media. It is vital we confront the growing impact social media and online content can have on young people’s attitudes, behaviour, and safety.

Thousands of parents, teachers & young people are crying out for help against online harm. This is a seatbelt moment for online safety - we need action, not endless consultation.

This week, I secured and led a debate on the impact of planning on local transport and infrastructure. The people of Harpenden, Berkhamsted, Tring, Redbourn, Sandridge & surrounding villages are no NIMBYs.

Grok AI being used to digitally undress women & children is sickening That's why I spoke to Radio 5 Live about our call on the NCA to launch an urgent criminal investigation into X in response. As well as for Ofcom to block X from operating in the UK while a full investigation takes place

Councils should have the power to make planning approvals conditional on securing GP capacity first. In Redbourn, residents wait weeks for appointments, and a proposed 70% housing increase will only make this worse.

We must act now. The harm of social media is mounting - this is not just about harmful content but addictive algorithms and the time spent online. That's why we pushed a vote on raising the digital age of data consent, voted to ban phones in schools and called for health warnings on social media.

My constituent Kitty Hart-Moxon OBE, a Holocaust survivor & key figure in survivor-led Holocaust education in the UK, turns 100 this year. She's passing on her vital work to the next generation of her family.

Top-down housing targets are placing tremendous pressure on our communities and green spaces, while driving developments that are not fit for purpose and lack the infrastructure local people need. I have been raising the alarm in Westminster to stop this top-down approach!

This government’s definition of ‘grey belt’ has meant local councils, and our local villages, have been left essentially powerless against unplanned development. With valid infrastructure and environmental concerns - our villages like Redbourn need answers now, not later.

📢 NEWS •• December 9, 2025 | Appia Announces Drilling Updates on ULTRA HARD ROCK Target and Auger Drilling on ULTRA IAC Target in Goias, Brazil For the Full Update 🔗 https://stockmkt.info/4iIifHa ___ 🇨🇦 CSE: API | 🇺🇸 OTCQX: APAAF | 🇩🇪 FWB: A0I0 #InvestingNews

🇺🇦🌾A Russian drone struck a combine harvester in Sumy region. The driver escaped unharmed, but the harvester was destroyed. Russia is a terrorist state!

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Grateful to have Congressman Jason Crow by our side. He’s a brave fighter against Trump’s lawlessness and doesn’t back down. We’re demanding accountability from ICE, fighting for our public lands, and protecting our veterans. Thank you for your support!

🔴 #𝐍𝐀𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐑 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀: Currently still raining at @CLTMotorSpdwy. The truck race remains underway a rain delay.

What is a trap plant? A trap plant attracts those pesky insects such as aphids to themselves so that your broccoli, cabbage, and kale can grow healthy and strong. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm

The Real Meeting is the Me in You! - Supreme Pontiff of Hinduism Bhagavan Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam reveals the true spiritual meeting occurs when divine consciousness merges, either the me in you eating me or the me in me eating you. #kailasa #nithyananda #advaita #union @srinithyananda #MeYou #

Trump: "I hate good looking men."

Quick recap of what happened in Serbia in the past few days. Video made by Serbian students. Europe is once again completely silent. #Serbia #Protest #Student #PoliceBrutality #Repression Video source: www.instagram.com/reel/DNWEbI4...

Precipio (Nasdaq: PRPO) sets Q1 2026 shareholder update call for Monday, May 18 at 5:00 PM Eastern, with a moderated live Q&A session for the first time. See the company’s profile at b2idigital.com/precipio-inc-1 See the complete Disclosure at b2idigital.com/disclaimer.

MI House Republicans hate the idea of Michigan families having support for their babies.

I love it. 😂

This Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice has protected our freedom, and Delaware carries a solemn responsibility to honor them, remember them, and never forget all they gave.

This video is my opinion 🤓#greenscreenvideo #greenscreen #maga #trump #health

As expected, our bts 🥹🥹🥹

This is Tina Peter's arrest. Why wasn't she charged with resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer?

NewsInsideUkraine t.me/c/1966917236... 🪗❤️‍🩹 A boy playing the accordion to the song "How not to love you, my Kyiv" near the destroyed shopping center "Kvadrat" in Lukyanivka He is also collecting money for the Armed Forces of Ukraine 🙌🏻 It brings tears of joy 🥹 🔗 Website|Facebook| YouTube|TikTok

Here’s a peek inside the Little White House in Key West Truman’s winter getaway, where he ran the country in flip-flops (probably). I love visiting historic homes that look just as they did in the past. It feels like stepping into a time machine. 🚪📷 #HistoryNerd #KeyWest

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Perfect response to Tommyrotters like Raise the Colours, no notes #NoPasaran

Two cuddly-beautiful bobcats walk right up to our trail camera. #mammals #nature #cats #love #trailcam #Seattle #wildanimals #goodmorning #PNW #animals #nokings #Caturday #outdoors #zen #bobcat

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You have to imagine how many people are sitting around speaking fondly of Grandpa Joe and Uncle Jack being the nicest men youd ever meet ans those demons were murdering and terrorizing Black people in their hey day. Over a thousand of them with families telling stories like this today...

Amid speculations on power transition, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar supporters in Mysuru offer special prayers - Watch #DKShivakumar #Karnataka #Siddaramaiah

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Only a couple of months into the job and he’s already gone full Spursy. Let’s be honest, if the roles were reversed and Mikel had come out and said this, there’d be a full-blown media investigation and he'd already be in custody. #NoShame

Manitoba is prioritizing workers with Manitoba-specific work permits for provincial nomination in 2026, with targeted MPNP draws planned for candidates supported under the temporary public policy for prospective nominees. zurl.co/bgJNF

surprisingly, even with so much of the little sensor ring (is that the potentiometer itself?) missing. the drift seems to be nonexistent. i wonder if it will come back later. looking at it in a calibration tool, there is no evident drift and the flutter it had is gone.

Dos veces al año sucede un fenómeno solar tropical localizado exclusivamente en Hawái. Y pasa cuando el Sol alcanza su cenit al mediodía solar y los objetos verticales no proyectan sombra. Es el fenómeno conocido como "Lāhainā noon"

Les presentamos a David Palomo, quién ha logrado de su afición hacer su modo de vida. Y todo ello, gracias al "Freestyle Highline". Les contamos de qué se trata, pero cuidado, si padecen de vértigo.

The Minnesota Massacres by ICE of Renee Good and Alex Pretti show how our life and liberty can be ripped away in an instant. Don’t let the government assassinate more of us: Call and email your Senators this week to demand they defund ICE and tell them to vote no on DHS funding.

another 35+ point win. another 35 point game from brunson. LET’S GO KNICKS

Our Next Chapter...More Stories...Fewer Repeats! 🔗 in bio for the ones who know. #CruiseLife #DateNightAtSea 

My daughter who lives in San Antonio was watching the Spurs game with her friends at a local bar sent me this 😂 “SA going crazyyyy!! GSG!!”

At the root of resentment is anger and at the root of anger is sadness, this creates a loop of hurt and hurting on people and their loved ones. #AngerManagement #ResentmentFree #EmotionalHealing #BreakTheCycle #MentalHealthMatters #LetGo #HealingJourney #OvercomingAnger #InnerPeace #ReleaseTheAnger

‘The Show Must Go On’ means something… The next time you can’t find the right fit for a role, bet on the former ‘Theatre Kid’, odds are good that you won’t regret it. 😉 #Strategy #Operations #Hiring #SmallBusiness #Theatre #MusicalTheatre #SauderStrategy

Emergency! S04E11 - The Firehouse Four Clip number 0126 #KMG-365 #emergency

Legends was fairly obscure like a lot of Softdisk's diskmag games but it was a unique take on the CRPG formula with its murder mystery blend. At the end, you didn't necessarily need insane levels or bleeding edge gear and spells, just an itch for pixel hunting and puzzle solving.

learn to aim dammit

What's going on in these #ICE detention torture camps is criminal! Jessica Craven has put together an action list. Please check it out. beacons.ai/jesscraven10...

Who doesn't like old stuff? #afol #lego #legoideas #scoobydoo #jinkies

In D.C., humility is rare—this is one of those moments.

IT’S HERE The UFC & Trump Phone 😂🤣

Thanks to COVID, depression, and burnout, my memory is Swiss cheese. But, I remember this episode of DuckTales like I watched it a million times 😂

YOU ALL WE WONNNN!!!! LET’S FUCKING GOOOOOOOO We killed 20 bosses in 3 hours. We did not have to repeat any boss fights. I did not die in any boss fights 🖤🖤🖤 I also won the sliders…

Growing up meant loosing my whimsy ☆ I guess both never happened? #fantasytattoo #fantasyartist #whimsytattoo #medievalart #armydreamers

MJ's big day is near. Write this queen your best crowning compliment below! 👇

❗Το νέο PosoKanei φέρνει περισσότερη διαφάνεια στις αγορές. Σύγκριση τιμών σε πραγματικό χρόνο, χιλιάδες προϊόντα και δυνατότητα ελέγχου τιμών σε ελληνικά και ξένα σούπερ μάρκετ. Πιο ενημερωμένες επιλογές, μεγαλύτερο όφελος για τον καταναλωτή. #skaigr #news

First, things, first… Early Saturday morning walking 12K steps in the rain with an umbrella and listening to a chorus of birds chirping, peaceful. #BlackWomen

Of course, Trump won't give up on his $1.8bn fund for Jan 6 rioters (ultimately, we suspect, for himself). He's never accepted a no, certainly no democratic decision (Jan 6 alone is evidence enough). He'll rename it & try again, with less publicity, more lying, better arm-twisting. Jon Karl for ABC: