Sally-Ann Hart: Nature-based solutions must be central to our efforts to adapt to climate change

They offer cost-effective interventions which also benefit local ecosystems and communities.

Sally-Ann Hart: This crisis has highlighted the urgent need for affordable, secure and comfortable homes

As Conservatives, we cannot, and should not, forget or ignore the necessity for a safety net; for good quality social housing that people enjoy living in.

Sally-Ann Hart: Unitary status for local government is required without further delay

It can provide councils that are more efficient, cost effective, and customer focused, without giving up accountability.

Sally-Ann Hart: Becoming a magistrate is a fulfilling way to serve the community – but the number resigning is worrying

Mean gestures like cutting the coffee and biscuits in the retiring room make these committed volunteers feel unappreciated.

Sally-Ann Hart: My shock at discovering slavery in Sussex

As elected representatives, we must help the police and the public fight this hidden evil.

Sally-Ann Hart: Restoring steam trains is a threat to the Rother Valley

Traffic jams are already bad enough – this project would make them worse. Road improvements are a better way to boost tourism.

Sally-Ann Hart: Momentum’s threat to Bexhill-on-Sea

Greater localism is to be welcomed – but we must beware of extremists seeking new town councils as a chance to grab power.

Sally-Ann Hart: Local authorities have a role in defeating fuel poverty

There is a huge cost to the NHS and social care services when landlords fail to provide energy efficient homes.

Sally-Ann Hart: More must be done to reduce the risk of drowning

300 people died last year – leaving safety up to lifeguards is not enough. All children must learn to swim.

Sally-Ann Hart: Business Rates punishes shopkeepers who improve their premises

Brexit means we could have a sales tax instead.

Sally-Ann Hart: It’s not just commuters being hit by the train strike

Tourism in Sussex is being hit – an industry many poorer residents rely on.

Sally-Ann Hart: Councils have a duty to fight drug addiction

Support and enforcement must run hand in hand to make our communities safer.

Sally-Ann Hart: Cutting voluntary sector grants can prove a false economy for councils

Early intervention with failed parenting saves money in the long run.

Sally-Ann Hart: True localists must oppose the EU

Should devolve power from the EU to Westminster and from Westminster to local communities.

Sally-Ann Hart: Undermining stay-at-home parents hits the elderly as well as children

Adult social care budgets are under growing strain as the state takes over the caring for grandparents.