Last week we witnessed deeply shocking scenes throughout the country. Masked men in balaclavas marching around the South Coast in protest against migrant arrivals, blocking roads, shutting down ports and smashing the windscreens of police vehicles were deeply distressing scenes to comprehend. This was indicative of much of the divisive and vitriolic politics we have seen from the far right in recent years, and has been fuelled by social media, through Elon Musk’s platform,

Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, has spoken out in the House of Commons against abuse faced by RNLI volunteers responding to incidents in the Channel, calling on the Leader of the House to back a debate on how Parliament can better support them. Speaking during Business Questions, Jess said: "I was shocked and appalled at the vitriol and hate shown towards volunteers for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution across the entire south coast, including at RNLI Selsey in my

Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, has tabled a parliamentary motion marking Battle of Britain Day on 15 September 2026, paying tribute to the courage, sacrifice and determination of all those who served during the Battle of Britain. The motion recognises the important role the battle played in the defence of the United Kingdom and the preservation of democracy and freedom in Europe, and highlights the significant contribution of West Sussex's airfields, including RAF Tang

Over the summer parliamentary recess, Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, held a series of wellbeing walks across the constituency, giving residents the chance to meet their MP in a more relaxed setting than a formal advice surgery or Q&A session. The walks took place at Fishbourne Harbour (from Fishbourne to Dell Quay), along Centurion's Way to Lavant, on Selsey Beach, and along Chichester Canal to Hunston. This allowed Jess to meet residents from across the Chichester con

On Friday 5 September, Jess Brown-Fuller MP took part in a Q&A session at Downview Hall, East Wittering, hosted by East Wittering and Bracklesham Parish Council, answering questions from local residents and discussing the issues affecting the community. Residents raised a broad range of concerns, with pressures on local infrastructure in light of new development, local healthcare provision, bus services, and community policing all featuring prominently. Jess holds regular

If you were outside in West Sussex on Monday afternoon, you would have heard an audible sigh of frustration. That sigh came from all the local councillors, local authority staff and residents at the news that local government reorganisation has been paused. For two years, Government indecision has left our local authorities paralysed, unable to plan whilst being told to consult on new boundaries and prepare to be dissolved. It’s taken focus away from what residents really w

Businesses across Chichester have joined forces to discuss what ‘Red Tape’ and burdensome regulations are holding back growth in their businesses, with Jess Brown-Fuller MP at her Red Tape business roundtable event. SMEs from across a wide range of sectors workshopped some of the frustrating barriers to business and growth, which are holding back Chichester’s business community and preventing its sectors from thriving. One business owner summed up the issue suggesting, rath

Improvement works to the pond at Lake View in Pagham are set to begin on 14th September, following ongoing engagement between Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, Pagham Parish Council, and Persimmon Homes. The pond has long been a valued local asset, both for its contribution to the character of the area and for the wildlife it supports, but residents have raised concerns for some time about its declining condition. Following a visit to the site, where Jess met with the Cha

Following a summer of unprecedented wildfires across the country, Jess Brown-Fuller MP has called on Ministers to meet with her and West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service to discuss the service’s long-term resilience. Speaking in the House of Commons, Jess set out the urgent need for improved funding and resourcing to protect Chichester residents from fires. She highlighted that West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service currently lacks dedicated wildfire personal protective equipment,

Jess Brown-Fuller has urged Andy Burnham to take decisive action to address the failures of the water industry, pressing him on his first day in Parliament as Prime Minister to set out a timescale for reform. Following the Prime Minister’s opening statement in the House of Commons, Jess highlighted the persistent discharge of sewage by Southern Water into Chichester’s local waterways, and challenged him on the continued lack of robust regulation. Jess said: “As the Prime Mini

In Sussex, a total of 4536 burglaries were recorded, according to crime figures from 2025 analysed by the Liberal Democrats. However, just 5.49% of cases resulted in a charge, with 75% of cases closing without the police identifying a suspect. Jess Brown-Fuller, Lib Dem Justice Spokesperson and Member of Parliament for Chichester, has slammed the Government’s handling of crime as “asleep at the wheel”, and has called for emergency legislation to legally bind police forces to

Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, visited Bersted Parish Council's Summer Playscheme to see first-hand the support it provides to local families during the school holidays. The scheme, run annually by Bersted Parish Council, provides a free packed lunch for all local children every Thursday and Friday throughout the school holidays, alongside entertainment for children to enjoy. The packed lunches are provided and funded by the Rotary Club of Bognor Hotham. During her vis

Jess Brown-Fuller, MP for Chichester, has formally opened the National Collection of Ornamental Gingers in Almodington, unveiling a plaque and touring the site during her visit. The collection is held by Andrew Gaunt, National Collection Holder of Hedychium and Plant Heritage Sussex Co-Chair, who began collecting ornamental gingers in the late 1990s. Since then, his collection has grown to become one of the most comprehensive of its kind in the country, exceeding the number o

On Monday 24th August, Jess Brown-Fuller MP held a constituency advice surgery at The Meeting Place in Westbourne, meeting with local residents to hear their concerns across a range of issues. Residents raised matters including leasehold issues, planning and development proposals, and local mental health care provision: concerns that reflect the challenges many across the constituency are navigating. The surgery offered residents the opportunity to speak directly with their M

It’s that time of year again. New uniforms and stationery have been purchased, shoes have been polished, and alarms are set once more. This week the children return to school and MPs are also heading back to Westminster. Over the summer recess, I held a series of wellbeing walks across the constituency: in Fishbourne Harbour, along Centurion’s Way to Lavant, on Selsey Beach and along Chichester Canal. My inbox can sometimes feel a bit like TripAdvisor, mostly hearing from p

Of the 200 or so chalk streams in the world, 85% can be found in England. These precious and rare freshwater habitats create vital ecosystems that cannot be replicated elsewhere. The River Lavant is a fantastic example of a river that is modest in size but of immeasurable importance, with evidence showing settlements along the river for over 5,000 years, and its waters being used for farming and daily life throughout that period. The River Lavant is also one of the most hea

MP for Chichester, Jess Brown-Fuller, has visited Tangmere Airfield Nurseries, the UK's largest dedicated producer of peppers. Jess met with the site's Chief Operating Officer, as well as a representative from the West Sussex Growers Association and discussed the challenges facing the horticulture industry, including issues with local infrastructure and uncertainty surrounding future plans for seasonal workers. During the visit, Jess toured some of the greenhouses and the p

Jess Brown-Fuller MP has urged Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust to locate a new 24/7 Mental Health Emergency Department (MHED) at St Richard’s Hospital, arguing that Chichester residents are currently left without timely crisis support. NHS England has recently approved plans for three MHEDs across Sussex, designed to provide 24/7 support for people experiencing a mental health crisis. The first MHED will open at Eastbourne District General Hospital, followed by a seco

The Labour government inherited a crisis in the justice system, with court delays spiralling, prisons running at near capacity, making them dangerous and dysfunctional, and an overwhelmed probation service. This was the result of the previous Conservative government’s failure to invest in building more prison capacity and in the system as a whole. Labour had to come up with a plan to relieve the pressure and ensure prison spaces continued to be available. But they did have