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Autism – 17 May 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick describes the problems facing the parents of autistic children and the steps that can be taken to remedy them
Policing – 10 May 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's agenda for police reform
Water – 3 May 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses a wet April and the impact on our water industry
Nick's Week – 26 April 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick describes another busy week as a Minister of State
How we can be smarter about fighting crime – 22 April 2012
Offending must always have consequences and we should not be afraid of punishment, but treatment is often needed too
Neighbourhood Justice – 19 April 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses a recent meeting with Sussex magistrates and his plans to shake up the criminal justice system
Titanic – 12 April 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic and asks why this event continues to fascinate
Petrol – 5 April 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the calls to lower duty on fuel
Planning – 29 March 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick welcomes the final draft of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
Diamond Jubilee – 22 March 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick describes The Queen's visit to Parliament to mark her Diamond Jubilee
Nick's Week – 15 March 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses another busy working week
Village Shops – 8 March 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick praises Kirdford Village Stores for their Countryside Alliance award and discusses the value of community shops
Manufacturing – 1 March 2012
In his weekly article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses his recent visit to Turbosound in Partridge Green and the Government's plans for British manufacturing
Health Reform – 23 February 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's health reforms and their importance in preparing the NHS for the future
Car Insurance – 16 February 2012
In his regular article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses a recent summit at Downing Street and the proposed changes that will save you money on your car insurance
Anniversaries – 9 February 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Dickens bicentenary and The Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Policing – 2 February 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses a Ministerial visit to The Netherlands and the reforms to policing in England and Wales that come into force this year
Executive Pay – 26 January 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses ending excessive executive pay and the proposed benefits cap
Scotland – 19 January 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the debate on Scottish independence and the need for swift resolution of the issues to protect the Union
Nursing – 12 January 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses nursing after reports of serious negligence by the Care Quality Commission
Prince Philip – 5 January 2012
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses Prince Philip's public service in the light of his recent illness and the Diamond Jubilee year
Review of the Year – 29 December 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick looks back on the local issues of 2011 and forward to 2012
Banking Reform – 22 December 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's response to the Independent Commission on Banking led by Sir John Vickers
High Streets – 15 December 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the plight of our high streets and the suggestions in the Portas Review
Reclaiming Summary Justice – 8 December 2011
Nick's speech to the National Council of the Magistrates’ Association
Nick's Week – 8 December 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick opens his diary and describes another busy week as a Minister and constituency MP in the run-up to Christmas
Autumn Statement – 1 December 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses George Osborne's Autumn Statement and the tough times still facing the country
Police Review Article – 25 November 2011
Nick writes in the last ever edition of Police Review
Public Sector Pensions – 24 November 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's best offer for public sector pensions and the proposed strikes next week
A new era in policing – 21 November 2011
In his speech to the Institute for Government, Nick sets out the Government's strategy for the first Police and Crime Commissioner elections in November 2012
Rural Crime – 17 November 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses his recent speech at a police conference on rural crime
British Pub Week – 10 November 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the important role of village pubs and his recent visit to The Star in Petworth
Ministry of Justice Questions – 8 November 2011
London Protests – 3 November 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Occupy London protests next to St Paul's Cathedral
EU Referendum – 26 October 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick explains how he voted on the proposal to hold a referendum on our EU membership, and why
Human Trafficking – 20 October 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Sussex launch of a new initiative on human trafficking
Nick's Week – 13 October 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick shares another busy week in his working life
Conference – 6 October 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses this year's Conservative Party Conference
Conservative Party Conference: Panel Discussion – 4 October 2011
Nick discusses breaking the cycle of reoffending with Vince, a reformed offender, and Danny Kruger of Only Connect
Police reform will put public interest first – 3 October 2011
Nick responds to the Police Federation in The Financial Times
Get a gavel: you are the law – 2 October 2011
Community justice, in which we all play a part, would be swift, smart and far less expensive when it comes to tackling low-level crimes
Prisoner Pay – 29 September 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick sets out the new policy on prisoner pay, part of the rehabilitation revolution
Police Effectiveness in a Changing World – 28 September 2011
Nick's speech to the Police Foundation Conference
Countryside – 22 September 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the privilege of representing his part of the South Downs and the housing challenge facing the countryside
9/11 – 15 September 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick reflects upon the tenth anniversary of 9/11
'Justice should be swift and sure' – 14 September 2011
Speech to the Police Superintendents’ Association of England & Wales
Why outside candidates may help us defeat crime – 12 September 2011
In an article for The Times, Nick, and Devon and Cornwall Chief Constable Stephen Otter, discuss diversity in policing
Opening Speech - Police Reform and Social Responsibility Bill – 12 September 2011
Nick opens the Commons consideration of Lords amendments to the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Bill
Schools – 8 September 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick highlights achievement in local schools and discusses the reforms that will improve education nationwide
Housing – 1 September 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses housing in West Sussex and the proposed changes to the planning system
Libya – 25 August 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the ongoing situation in Libya
e-Petitions – 18 August 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the aftermath of the riots and the new Government e-Petitions site
Riots – 10 August 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick responds to the rioting that has marred the streets of our cities
Economy – 4 August 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the debt ceiling negotiations in the USA and the need for Britain to hold its course in solving our own economic problems
Euro – 28 July 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the crisis in the Eurozone and Britain's wisdom in having steered clear
Bovine TB – 21 July 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's new strategy for Bovine TB and the tough steps necessary to curb its spread
Phone Hacking – 14 July 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick reflects on the phone hacking scandal and on the future of the British press
Adult Social Care – 7 July 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the issues raised by an ageing population and the proposals of the Dilnot Commission on adult social care
Law and Order – 30 June 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's new proposals on law and order and cutting police bureaucracy
Police Detention – 30 June 2011
Home Office Questions – 27 June 2011
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Policing
Tough Decisions – 23 June 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the tough decisions required to bring the deficit under control
National Crime Agency – 17 June 2011
In an article for Police Review, Nick outlines plans for a new National Crime Agency
Waste Review – 16 June 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick welcomes the Government's new review of waste policy
Housing – 9 June 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the need for sustainable, locally-driven development in the county
Health and Safety – 2 June 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the health and safety culture and 'no win, no fee' cases
Broadband – 26 May 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick reflects on his broadband summit and looks forward to a superfast future for the county
Opposition Day Debate on Policing and Crime – 23 May 2011
Nick's speech closing an Opposition Day Debate on behalf of the Government
Speech to the Annual Serious Organised Crime Forum – 23 May 2011
Nick gives the Keynote Address at the Annual Serious Organised Crime Forum
West Sussex: Better Connected – 20 May 2011
Schedule and delegate list for West Sussex: Better Connected at County Hall, Chichester
Armed Forces Covenant – 19 May 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick welcomes proposals to put enshrine the Armed Forces Covenant in law
Local Healthcare – 12 May 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses two local charities providing healthcare without NHS support
Royal Wedding – 5 May 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County times, Nick responds to the wedding of TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
May 5 – 28 April 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County times, Nick discusses next week's elections
Immigration – 20 April 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County times, Nick discusses the Prime Minister's recent speech on immigration
Transport – 13 April 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County times, Nick discusses the need for improved transport links in West Sussex
Welfare to Work – 6 April 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County times, Nick discusses the Government's new Welfare to Work programme
Opposition Day Debate on Police Funding – 5 April 2011
Nick's speech closes an Opposition Day Debate on behalf of the Government
Fuel – 31 March 2011
In his article for the West Sussex County times, Nick discusses the Chancellor's fuel tax cut and the rising price of heating oil
Who runs the police? – 28 March 2011
Nick delivers a keynote speech to the IPPR on police governance
It's time for you to have a say on policing – 28 March 2011
In an article for the Daily Telegraph Nick makes the case for directly elected Police and Crime Commissioners
Nick's Week – 24 March 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses his week at Westminster and in the constituency
Tourism – 17 March 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses British Tourism Week and its impact on Arundel & South Downs
Growth – 10 March 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the Government's plans to encourage economic growth
Transport – 3 March 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the A27 and West Sussex County Council's new Transport Plan
NO to AV – 23 February 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the forthcoming referendum on the Alternative Vote system
Policing and the Big Society – 16 February 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the impact of the Big Society agenda on Policing
Multiculturalism – 10 February 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Prime Minister's speech on Multiculturalism
Police Grant Report – 9 February 2011
Nick opens and closes a debate on Police Funding
Forests – 3 February 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times, Nick discusses the Government's proposals for England's forests
Police Funding (Devon & Cornwall) – 2 February 2011
Senior Citizens – 27 January 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses his recent meeting with the Senior Persons’ Council of Horsham
Value for money in the Police Service – 25 January 2011
Nick delivers the keynote address at the CityForum policing strategy round table
Home Office Questions – 24 January 2011
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Policing
NHS – 20 January 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the government's NHS reforms
West Midlands Police – 18 January 2011
Nick responds to a Commons debate on West Midlands Police
Horncroft – 13 January 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the proposed sand quarry at Horncroft Common
Justice Questions – 11 January 2011
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Criminal Justice
Dachau – 6 January 2011
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses his recent visit to the former Dachau concentration camp
Heating oil – 30 December 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the rising cost of heating oil
Snow – 23 December 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the recent weather conditions
Firearms Control – 20 December 2010
Nick opens a debate on Firearms Control
Council finances – 16 December 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the Local Government Finance Settlement
Second Reading of the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Bill – 13 December 2010
Nick closes the debate on the Bill
Broadband – 9 December 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses broadband
Police Funding – 8 December 2010
Nick closes a debate on police funding
Would you like to work for me? – 6 December 2010
Nick is looking to recruit key new staff to support his parliamentary and constituency activity
Home Office Questions – 6 December 2010
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Policing
Policing – 2 December 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses policing
PACE (Stop and Search) – 1 December 2010
Nick responds to a Commons debate on police stop and search powers
Reform of policing and alcohol licensing – 1 December 2010
Policing Minister Nick Herbert discusses the Government's proposed reforms on BBC Radio 4's Today programme
Police reform and funding – 28 November 2010
Nick Herbert is interviewed by Adam Boulton on Sky News, Sunday Live
Palliative Care – 25 November 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses palliative care
Justice Questions – 23 November 2010
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Criminal Justice
Sir John Major – 18 November 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses a speech made by former Prime Minister Sir John Major to Arundel & South Downs Conservatives
Business plans – 11 November 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the launch of the Government's transparency website
Public Disorder (NUS Rally) – 11 November 2010
Nick gives a statement to the House of Commons on the violence that broke out at the NUS Rally in Westminster
Enterprise – 4 November 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the need to cut red tape and support enterprise
Home Office Questions – 1 November 2010
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Policing
Animal welfare – 28 October 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses animal welfare following his visit to a local animal sanctuary
Government spending – 21 October 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses government spending
Parmoor Lecture – 21 October 2010
Nick delivers the Howard League for Penal Reform's Annual Parmoor Lecture
Police must be crime fighters, not form writers – 17 October 2010
Higher education funding – 14 October 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the Browne Report into higher education and student funding
Police (Public Trust) – 13 October 2010
Nick closes a Westminster Hall Debate on public trust in the Police
Fire stations – 7 October 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the proposals to close retained fire stations at Findon and Keymer
Nick's Week – 30 September 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses his week
US trip – 23 September 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses his trip to the US this week
Nick's week, 16 September 2010 – 16 September 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses his week
Proposals for directly-elected Police Commissioners in Wales – 14 September 2010
Nick responds to an Adjournment Debate on directly-elected Police Commissioners in Wales
Voting Reform – 9 September 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the Coalition's constitutional reform proposals.
Opposition Day Debate on Crime and Policing – 8 September 2010
Nick closes an Opposition Day Debate on Crime and Policing
Home Office Questions – 6 September 2010
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Policing
Cricket – 2 September 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the recent stories of alleged corruption in cricket
Cricket – 2 September 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the recent stories of alleged corruption in cricket
Pakistan floods – 26 August 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick discusses the devastating floods in Pakistan
Use the Force – 26 August 2010
Nick responds to Alasdair Palmer's article in the Spectator on Police Reform
Webchat hosted by the Number Ten website – 2 August 2010
Nick takes part in a Q&A hosted by the Number Ten Website on the Government's police reform proposals.
Justice Questions – 20 July 2010
Nick takes questions as Minister of State for Criminal Justice
Police Grant Report – 14 July 2010
Nick opens and closes a debate on police funding.
Police Bravery Awards – 8 July 2010
In his column for the West Sussex County Times Nick writes about the Police Bravery Awards and pays tribute to the professionalism of the police.
Community Policing – 6 July 2010
Nick speaks for the Government in a debate on Community Policing.
Armed Forces – 1 July 2010
In his local column Nick writes about his visit to Tangmere Military Aviation Museum to commemorate the Battle of Britain and Armed Forces Day.
Budget – 24 June 2010
In his weekly column Nick discusses the Emergency Budget.
Interview with British Farmer and Grower Magazine – 31 March 2010
Nick is interviewed by the NFU's British Farmer and Grower magazine as part of their Election issue.
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Nick's Week
Nick will be attending the Police Federation of England and Wales conference in Bournemouth. On Friday he will make a school visit and hold constituency meetings
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