In an extremely busy week, which saw Boris Johnson appointed as Prime Minister as well as hosting his first Prime Minister Questions, I was delighted to be sworn in as Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice.

Last Friday, I was delighted, along with the Leader of the Council, David Renard, to have opened the new Wichelstowe footbridge, which runs between Waitrose and the new Hall and Woodhouse pub. The bridge is 35 metres and crosses the Wilts and Berks Canal.

On Saturday, I took  part in Swindon Park Run  once again.

South Swindon MP Robert Buckland attended a National Lottery 25th Birthday event in Parliament this week.

Since The National Lottery's first draw took place on 19 November 1994, more than £40 billion has been awarded to good causes in the areas of arts, sport, heritage and community.

Our high streets are a key part of our local communities and local economies. They create jobs, boot the economy and help small businesses thrive. 

Tackling loneliness has always been a priority for me.

South Swindon MP, Robert Buckland, has welcomed new figures showing £500 million has been awarded to small businesses across the country, and is urging more entrepreneurs in South Swindon to apply.

This week I had the pleasure of returning to Lydiard Park Academy, one of our excellent local secondary schools. Although I discussed many things with the students, one of the key points of discussion was climate change and environmental issues.

As your local MP, I am in regular contact with our community policing teams, as well as residents, to discuss local policing issues.