The latest employment figures for Hertsmere very encouraging. A further 3 per cent fall in the number of people claiming the key out of work benefits in Hertsmere over the past year, down over half since 2010.

These figures demonstrate that Hertsmere is an attractive place to do business. Recently, I welcomed the Just Eat CEO David Buttress to Parliament, just one of many companies with their headquarters based locally. They employ 500 people and have plans to employ more in the future. I will continue to do all I can to help promote Hertsmere as a leading business destination: