Last night I made my Maiden Speech in the UK House of Commons during the debate on the Queen's Speech in the first day of the new Parliament focusing on investing in innovation and infrastructure to build the strong economy we need to support our public services.

After a very sombre few days the national campaigns restarted today.  In Chelmsford we have been knocking on doors morning afternoon and evening.

My thoughts, and deepest sympathies, are with those affected by the appalling attack in Manchester last night. 

Campaigning is suspended until further notice.

Theresa May today launched the Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto for the 2017 General Election "Forward Together, Our Plan for a Stronger Britain and a Prosperous Future"

The manifesto can be viewed or downloaded here

The Conservatives comfortably retained all six of their seats in the Chelmsford divisions at the county council elections on 4th of May.

Chelmsford Conservatives today launched their General Election campaign on Chelmsford High Street. 

Vicky Ford, Conservative candidate for Chelmsford said:

"Dear All

"I am delighted by the choice of Vicky Ford. She will be an excellent successor to me and a fantastic candidate, who I know will work as hard as I did to look after the people of Chelmsford and be part of our local community." Sir Simon Burns