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Breakthrough for Gosport Ferry?

A financial package for Gosport Ferry is close to being agreed by Government and Local Authorities.  Gosport MP, Caroline Dinenage, has been working with Ferry bosses, colleagues in Government and local councillors for nearly two months to find a financial solution to help Gosport Ferry. Caro

Caroline Welcomes Covid-19 Testing Eligibility Expansion

Local MP, Caroline Dinenage, has welcomed the announcement that the eligibility for Covid-19 tests has been expanded to anyone over the age of 5 who is symptomatic. The listed symptoms of Covid-19 has also been extended to include a ‘loss of or change in your normal sense of smell’, as well as a ne

Caroline Celebrates #ActsOfKindness

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Gosport MP, Caroline Dinenage, is running an #ActsOfKindness campaign to highlight how generous gestures and thoughtful actions have made a difference to our lives during the Covid-19 pandemic. Approximately 1 in 4 people across the UK will experience a mental health

Armed Forces Charities To Receive Funding Boost

Local MP, Caroline Dinenage, has welcomed news that charities supporting armed forces personnel and veterans will receive a funding boost. This week, Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer, announced charities can apply for funding from the £6 million pound pot if they work in 9 key areas that have been a

New Portal For Care Homes Covid-19 Testing

The Department for Health and Social Care have launched a new online portal for care homes to ensure they have access to Covid-19 test kits. Both symptomatic and asymptomatic residents and care workers are eligible for testing, with kits prioritised for the most vulnerable and over 65s. Minister o

National Numeracy Day To Boost Numbers Skills

Gosport MP, Caroline Dinenage, is encouraging constituents to take part in the National Numeracy Challenge this National Numeracy Day on May 13th. Half of all working-age adults in the UK struggle using numbers and UK Charity, National Numeracy, is looking to help people boost their skills.

Transport Secretary: “48 hours to find solution for Gosport Ferry”

The Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, told Department for Transport officials they have 48 hours to work with Local Authorities and Gosport Ferry owners to pull together a package of support. In a meeting today, Gosport MP, Caroline Dinenage, joined leaders from Hampshire County Council, Gosport B

Caroline Commends Care Workers App

Gosport MP, who was the Minister of State for two years, has welcomed a new dedicated social care app launched by the Department of Health and Social Care last week. The Care Workforce app aims to support staff during the Covid-19 pandemic, it will provide a single digital hub for adult social care

Household Waste And Recycling Centres Re-Open

Hampshire County Council has announced it will be re-opening Household Waste and Recycling Centres (HWRC) from Monday 11th May. HWRC’s have been closed throughout the Covid-19 pandemic following Government guidelines regarding non-essential journeys. However, Housing, Communities and Local Governm

Caroline calls for better local support for Gosport Ferry

Gosport MP, Caroline Dinenage, has called for increased coordination in the local effort to help Gosport Ferry’s financial situation. Caroline has been working with Gosport Ferry bosses for over a month, including raising their case direct with the Government and getting the Secretary of State for