South Western Railway's diesel trains will soon be replaced by electric trains. With cancellations and delays already a big issue on the network serving #Woking, I've asked the Government to ensure that the rollout of new trains doesn't add to the problem.

Pleased to visit Byfleet Library for my weekly advice surgery. Casework surgeries let me hear first-hand about the issues affecting #Woking constituents. If you need my help please email me at will.forster.mp@parliament.uk.

Residential leasehold has failed in #Woking and across the country. People are living in subpar conditions and being held captive by their leases. I have demanded the Government regulate managing agents to end the con of leasehold.

#Woking has one of the busiest rail aggregate good yards in the country. I have pushed the Government to provide further support for the rail freight industry which would help provide a healthier environment, help build homes, and reduce congestion.

I joined James Cannon on BBC Radio Surrey. Watch as I address the appalling decision by Surrey County Council to end the free school meal holiday voucher scheme. Watch the interview in full below ⬇️ youtu.be/SwrVmuhg7_Q?...

As a result of increasing costs and taxes, high street businesses in #Woking and across the country are struggling. The Government hasn’t done enough to help - if anything, they have made things worse for businesses. I have urged them to act to ensure our high streets thrive.

Lovely to visit #Woking’s amazing Lighthouse to chat to their CEO Erik, thank the volunteers, see their new home and listen to the people they help at the Ukrainian Hub.

#Woking Borough Council is starting to create a Local Plan to build the homes that we need. I’ve recently asked the Housing Minister if the Government’s planning reforms make Local Plans toothless - he says they don’t. Have your say below ⬇️ wokingsays.woking.gov.uk/en-GB/folder...

Holding my regularly advice surgery at St Mary’s Community Centre in Byfleet, #Woking. Really useful to hear first-hand about the issues affecting constituents, tackle complex cases, and offer advice and support.

The Royal Mail is failing the people of #Woking with delayed letters, causing missed health appointments and important documents to arrive too late. That is why I have called upon the Government to hold Royal Mail accountable with consequences for their delivery failures.

Yesterday, Steve Reed spoke in Parliament about #Woking Council’s debts. Apparently, the Labour Government have written off the entire £2.1 billion. News to me! I've written to him to clarify what he meant - or did he just mispeak?

McLaren is the largest employer in #Woking - I want to see them expand and grow. I have asked the Government to work on lowering trade barriers between the UK and USA, to help McLaren and car manufacturers sell more cars and employ more people.

It’s amazing to be working cross-party with Sir Desmond Swayne MP to support the Babies Bill, which will help ensure that every baby gets the best start in life.

As his last act as Prime Minister, I asked Kier Starmer in today’s #PMQs to give us a Bank Holiday if England win the World Cup! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ⚽ 🍺

Great to help open the Pyrford and Wisley Village Show and tour around the amazing stalls with the Mayor of #Woking at the weekend. It was lovely to see our local community spirit so strong!

Byfleet in #Woking doesn’t have a doctor’s surgery - meaning local people have to travel on the congested A245 to access basic health facilities. I’ve asked the Health Minister to meet with me so we can work out how to bring health facilities back to Byfleet.

This time last week, I was pleased to hold my regular advice surgery in the Eastwood Leisure Centre in Sheerwater. Good to listen to concerns of #Woking people - and help them battle against failings of the Government, property management companies like FirstPort and others.

Half of #Woking’s Asian community has Kashmiri heritage, many have raised concerns with me about human rights in Kashmir. That is why this week, I spoke in Parliament calling on the British Government to help bring an end to the communications blackout and lockdown in Kashmir.

Pleased to join Dub Everitt from #Woking’s Welcome Church and faith leaders from across the country at this morning’s National #PrayerBreakfast in the historic Westminster Hall, reflecting on the vital contribution faith communities make to public life and our local communities.

I was delighted to visit the Park School in #Woking after one of their students contacted me about his experiences as a student with SEND and his concerns about the SEND reforms. I was also pleased to host an assembly, meet with the school council and tour the school.

Two years ago today, I was elected as the Member of Parliament for #Woking. It remains the honour of a lifetime to represent our community in Parliament. I'm incredibly proud of what we've achieved together so far - find out more in my newsletter⬇️ willforster.co.uk

MPs have today released a report calling on the Government to help private renters who are living in sub-standard homes. We want tenants rights to be enforceable and make landlords play by the rules. Find out more my signing up to my newsletter here ⬇️ willforster.co.uk

Good to meet the MCS Foundation, who are supporting consumers to reduce both carbon and energy bills. In #Woking, 1% of homes have MCS certified heat pumps - we want to get that number up to decarbonisation of home heating systems and make electricity more affordable.

Since South Western Railway was nationalised last year, the performance has only got worse. This isn't what commuters in #Woking were promised, which is why I'm pushing the Transport Secretary for improvements.

From pubs to hairdressers - like Sorella Hair Salon in #Woking - high street businesses are struggling. Rises in business rates, energy bills and national insurance contributions means it’s never been more difficult - that's why I'm pushing to cut VAT to support our businesses.

Happy #ArmedForcesDay! Today's an opportunity to say a massive thank you to those who make up our Armed Forces community – from those currently serving, to veterans, service families and cadets. Learn more about how you can show your support⬇️ www.armedforcesday.org.uk/about/

On #ArmedForcesWeek, I’ve called on the Government to do more to support children of military families - who often have their education interrupted by moving due to their service - such as increasing the Service Pupil Premium which has only gone up by £20 in the last 2 years.

This week, I’m: - Visiting and talking about schools - 10 years from the Brexit referendum, saying we need to get closer to Europe - Speaking about making homes more affordable And much more - sign up to my newsletter to find out more ⬇️ willforster.co.uk

It was great to celebrate the @libdems.org.uk’ recent election success - including winning both West #Surrey Council and every council seat in #Woking - with the amazing volunteers that made it happen! Thank you to everyone who helped our campaign! 🧡 🗳️ 🔶

Delighted to win Beer Parliamentarian of the Year at the Annual Beer Awards - I promise it wasn't for my drinking, but my support of the industry! Proud to champion this hugely important sector, I'll keep pushing the Government to introduce measures to support hospitality.