Around the Worthing West constituency during the weekend, I reflected on the origins of things I take for granted. In East Preston and for much longer in Worthing I have called on REME veterans. Why was that Corps of professional engineers created in 1942?
I was pleased to reveal the winning design of my Coronation Card Competition. The winning design is by Ethan, aged 9, a pupil at West Park CofE Primary School.
On Sunday we attended the evening service at Westminster Abbey. After thanking Dean David Hoyle, we went down the new step-free gentle slope that makes access easy for people who find steps a barrier.
The Infected Blood Inquiry published its second interim report on 5 April 2023. This report included the inquiry’s recommendations for compensation and redress for people infected and affected by contaminated blood and blood products.
I was grateful for the invitation to be present at the re-opening of newly refurbished facilities at Angmering-on-Sea Lawn Tennis Club. During the past two years, the club has undergone significant refurbishment through a particularly challenging time.
At times of need, during nights of tears, comfort is given by many people, including nurses and doctors. In ‘The Book About Getting Older’ Dr Lucy Pollock comfortingly states that the age at which we might not survive the year is 104.
I went on a walkabout with our local police team to discuss recent anti-social behaviour and criminal activity in central Worthing and the concerns of local residents.
‘So come to Worthing sunny and lead a simple life. Be free from care and worry from London’s toil and strife.’ Seven other verses by Owen Edwards include: ‘The sands are safe, the boats are good, the Downs a splendid view.
