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 attends Inclusive Jobs Fair

Watford MP Dean Russell attended an Inclusive Jobs Fair, hosted by Step2Skills Supported Employment services. The Fair is aimed towards people with learning and physical disabilities, sensory needs, neurodiversity and mental health conditions. Employers attending the event included West Hertfordsh

Dean Russell MP attends Watford Muslim Youth Centre Trust Football Event

Watford MP Dean Russell attended an event organised by the Watford Muslim Youth Centre Trust, hosted at Laurence Haines Primary School, and the aim of this community event was to highlight Islamophobia and to bring communities together. The local Watford community welcomed fans of Blackburn Rovers

Dean Russell MP celebrates the completion of Mayfield Watford retirement village

Having previously attended The Topping Out ceremony and the ground—breaking event, local MP Dean Russell returned to Mayfield Watford to mark its completion. Situated within the Watford Riverwell development, Mayfield provides stylish, high-quality retirement living and a strong sense of community,

Watford MP welcomes new funding into mental health services

Mental health campaigner, Dean Russell MP, welcomes £1.14m funding for mental health services across Hertfordshire including £350,000 for Watford General.  An additional £150 million has been announced to fund new mental health support services as part of ongoing campaign for better mental hea

Dean Russell MP makes another visit to Chessbrook ESC

Watford MP Dean Russell returned to visit Chessbrook Education Support Centre based on Tolpits Lane. On arrival at Chessbrook, many students have a negative experience of learning, feel a sense of rejection and are completely disengaged with the education system.  Chessbrook's values of

Inclusive Football at Everett Rovers

I popped down to see Mark and the Everett Rovers Football Club yesterday to see their brilliant inclusive football training in action.