Local Watford News

I am regularly out in Watford meeting residents and local organisations. The new below showcase some of my most resent visits and activities.

In addition to news articles and videos on the website, I keep my social media feeds updated on a very regular basis so you can read my updates in real time.

I also have a regular newsletter which I send out via email where I reflect on the recent weeks and also share events and celebrations in Watford and Parliament.

Campaigns

Mental Health First Aid In The Workplace

One of the main reasons I went into politics was to remove the stigma around mental health. Stress, depression or anxiety continues to be the leading cause of people taking time off work, accounting for half of all cases of self-reported work-related ill health in 2022. This is not only extremely

Stopping Border Tax & ULEZ Expansion

I fully agree with constituents’ opposition to the Labour Mayor’s unjustified extension of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone across all London boroughs. Even though this will not encroach into Watford, many residents and businesses travel into London for work, childcare and day to day life.

Save Our Nightclub

I am proud to have campaigned for the protection of Pryzm nightclub as a vital business within our nighttime economy.

Watford Jobs Fair

In 2021 as lockdown restrictions were eased, I relaunched the Watford Jobs Fair in partnership with the local Job Centre Plus. The Watford Jobs Fair is a great opportunity for individuals who are receiving Universal Credit payments to meet a wide range of employers from a great variety of sectors.

Standing Up For Veterans

It is always an honour to meet members of the UK Armed Forces and I have had the privilege of speaking directly with veterans and their families in the local area on a number of occasions, including: • Joining volunteers in fundraising for the Poppy Appeal in Watford.

Fixing Woodmere Avenue Width Restriction

I promised to secure change to the infamous Woodmere Avenue width restriction after being elected in 2019 and was delighted when changes to widen the kerb-to-kerb width and to adjust the bollards were made in August 2022. In addition, Herts County Council will continue to work on introducing ANPR c
Dean Russell MP volunteering with Hand on Heart charity

End Rough Sleeping in Watford

One of my ambitions is to ensure that rough sleeping in Watford is eradicated. Watford is incredibly lucky to have New Hope and One YMCA, who work really well together.
Dean Russell MP supporting Pryzm nightclub

Supporting Local Business

I have always been very supportive of local business and was proud to be asked to be a ‘Small Business Ambassador.' and subsequently a Small Business Minister in Government.
Dean Russell MP standing by police car at Watford Police Station

Safer Streets & Tackling Crime

Having spent a lot of time with our fantastic local police force, I am wholeheartedly committed to tackling crime across Watford and putting victims of crime first.

News

Dean Russell MP stands up for local radio in Parliament

In yesterday's debate on local radio, Dean made a strong case for the need to preserve local news in local media outlets. Using BBC Three Counties Radio as an example, the MP asked how such stations could truly call themselves local without their ability to deliver local news.

Prime Minister visits Watford General following funding announcement.

On Sunday the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak volunteered on the Respiratory, Cardiac and Stroke wards at Watford General, administering medication and taking blood pressure readings alongside staff.    The visit came after the government confirmed that Watford General had received the go-ahea

Nascot Wood Junior Invited to 10 Downing Street. 

Pupils from Nascot Wood Junior school were invited to 10 Downing Street to meet with Akshata Murty, accompanied by their local MP Dean Russell.  The visit came after Dean Russell shared a letter from the school’s Head Boy that was addressed to Mrs Murty.

Community Connex comes to Watford

Watford MP Dean Russell attended a coffee morning and community event hosted by Community Connex at Holy Rood Church in Watford. The local community were invited to chat to their local MP over tea and coffee at the church, and to raise any local issues. Community Connex is a charity that provides

Man Made holds launch event in Watford

Man Made is a unique weekly support group dedicated to men’s mental health, and recently launched in Watford with the support of local MP Dean Russell. Man Made is a men's mental health support group providing a safe and non-judgmental space for men to openly discuss mental health struggles.

Watford Fringe back for 2023!

Watford Fringe is back from 22nd September to 8th October 2023 with a bigger and even more exciting festival of performances, art and more.  Applications open for performers to sign up to this year’s Watford Fringe We’re delighted to launch this year’s Watford Fringe with seven venu

Dean Russell MP joins police as arrest made in drug dealing operation

A man has been arrested and weapons and cash seized as part of an investigation into drug dealing in Hertfordshire. Detectives from the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit (ERSOU) this morning (Wednesday) arrested a 21-year-old from on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of drugs, also se