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Ellie was honoured to take part in the launch of the River Wye Charter, a landmark recognition of the rights of the River Wye and the urgent need to protect and restore the wider catchment. The Charter highlights the importance of safeguarding the health of the river...

Ellie Chowns has spoken about the need for reform of the UK’s electoral system, arguing that the current first-past-the-post system does not fairly reflect how people vote. She highlighted concerns that political parties can secure large parliamentary majorities...

Ellie Chowns is holding a constituency surgery in Weobley on Friday 5th June (afternoon) and would really like to hear from local residents. If you have an issue you’d like help with, or something affecting you, your family, or your community, this is a chance to sit...

Ellie was delighted to receive a copy of The Riverside Code, a beautiful booklet created by Friends of the River Wye to help local residents turn their love for the river into action. The guide offers practical ways for people and communities to play a part in...

Ellie was delighted to visit Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the horticulture sector. The visit included conversations on the impact of climate change on the industry, the importance of water resilience, and the role...

Ellie Chowns has highlighted concerns about the current Council Tax system, describing it as outdated and unfair for many households. She pointed out that Council Tax places a disproportionate burden on those with lower incomes, with some of the poorest households...

Ellie was pleased to visit Herefordshire Headway and meet with the Say Aphasia Support Group to learn more about the collaborative work supporting people living with aphasia. The visit highlighted the important partnership between Headway, the NHS and SayAphasia in...

Ellie was pleased to visit Bloom and Grind bakery, along with other local businesses in Pembridge, to directly hear about the challenges facing small businesses. This visit provided an opportunity to discuss the pressures many businesses are experiencing, as well as...

Ellie was delighted to visit the Our Place showcase in Leominster and see first-hand the artwork being created through the programme. The showcase highlighted the creativity and talent of participants, while demonstrating the positive impact of the project in...

Ellie was delighted to attend the launch of the Bromyard Ring Walk, a new route showcasing some of the best of North Herefordshire’s landscape and heritage. The circular walk highlights a range of local landmarks, offering residents and visitors the chance to explore...