The past month has been incredibly busy in Parliament.

On Tuesday I spoke in the House of Commons in the Budget debate, to raise concerns from local GPs about the impact of the proposed increase to employers’ National Insurance Contributions.

The Liberal Democrats are urging the Chancellor to rethink these increases for GPs, small businesses, pharmacies, dentists, care homes, charities and hospices.

We all recognise the damage done by the last Government but it’s so important that our crucial local services and charities are given the support they need.

We are continuing to grapple with the impact of 14 years of Conservative mismanagement of the economy, the NHS and social care.

Parliament also held important debates on issues including Carers’ Allowance, where I highlighted the overpayments scandal and the challenges facing so many carers in my constituency.

On access to primary health care, I spoke about the issues residents in Eastleigh face accessing NHS dental treatment.

It was a huge honour to be elected to the House of Commons Select Committee for Culture, Media and Sport.

One of my key priorities for the committee will be ensuring more support for grassroots sport, young people working in the creative industries, and the video games sector. I am looking forward to working with MPs from all parties, including Dame Caroline Dinenage.

I made an election promise to keep holding Southern Water to account for its performance.

Last week I met with representatives from the water company to raise constituent concerns, including loss of supply, leaks and of course sewage.

I will continue to fight against sewage pollution and poor service for as long as it takes. I firmly believe it is the polluter who should pay, not consumers.

As well as continuing to support constituents, and meeting with local charities and organisations, I also met with representatives from the local hospitality industry to hear more about their concerns in an increasingly tough sector.

My Lib Dem colleagues and I have been calling for the reform of business rates to help our local pubs, restaurants and cafés.

It was also a pleasure to tour behind the scenes at Southampton Airport, visit the air traffic control tower and stand on the runway for the first time.

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In 1936, the Spitfire made its maiden flight from Southampton Airport.

Like so many, I am intensely proud of Eastleigh’s history and all the brave men and women who have served and those who continue to serve in our armed forces.

With Remembrance approaching on Sunday, it was an honour to visit the House of Commons Gardens of Remembrance to plant a tribute on behalf of the people of Eastleigh.

In these increasingly uncertain times, this year’s Remembrance ceremonies will be particularly poignant.