Articles by Dean Russell

August 2021

I recently met with Watford’s Chief Inspector to discuss a new service which has been launched to allow residents to help police tackle and prioritise crime on our streets and in our community.

Almost like a scene from a movie, I was sat in my Parliamentary office last year when I got a message from a producer of the Mission Impossible movies: ‘We have a problem – can you help?’.

June 2021

Keep in touch with those around you

– Talk to friends and family – sometimes a friendly chat can make a big difference. An email or a text can start a conversation, so if there is someone you have lost contact with, this might be the time to get back in touch.

Following the news that construction of the new multi-storey car park at Watford General Hospital has commenced, now is the time to embrace the wider plans that will overhaul the three hospitals in West Herts and provide staff and patients with state-of-the-art facilities that are fit for purpose

May 2021

We are a nation of animal lovers and during lockdown, pets have been a source of comfort and companionship. As reported recently, over the last year Watford has recorded a 152% increase in dog ownership and figures have increased in every corner of the UK.

Recently reported news that the UK economy is set for a resurgence not seen since World War Two has provided a much-needed boost to consumer confidence.

We are a nation of animal lovers and during lockdown, pets have been a source of comfort and companionship. As reported recently, over the last year Watford has recorded a 152% increase in dog ownership and figures have increased in every corner of the UK.

April 2021

This week in Prime Ministers Questions I asked to meet with Boris Johnson to discuss the creation of an NHS Cadet scheme having been inspired by local volunteers.

March 2021

Mental health and wellbeing are incredibly important for us all. That’s why, since day one of being Watford’s MP, it has been one of my top priorities.