David Gauke: Demographic changes in the Blue Wall will work against the Conservatives – they must pay close attention

The pandemic is only likely to accelerate the process of these places becoming more graduate-heavy and small L liberal.

Be ready for a general election in the spring of 2023

These elections were very good indeed for the Conservatives – though there are warning signs of a potential Blue Wall effect in the south.

Previous success makes the county council elections challenging for the Conservatives

The third in a series of pieces on ConHome this week, looking forward to the elections this spring.

James Palmer: How devolution can boost innovation and economic growth

Through partnership working, we can be more agile in meeting the infrastructure needs of the regions we represent.

James Palmer: How we are fighting for jobs in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We are boosting training opportunities for young people whose employment prospects are at risk due to the coronavirus.

James Palmer: Why I’m backing electric bikes as a safe and healthy way to travel in my region

Emissions from cars are 50 per cent above the national average in Cambridgeshire. We need to boost alternatives to ease congestion.

James Palmer: My plan to offer £100,000 homes in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

The discount will be passed on to future buyers, helping more people onto the property ladder.

The Conservatives should be more transparent about candidate selections

A candidate for Police and Crime Commissioner for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough is to be chosen on Friday.

James Palmer: Devolving adult education is helping to give young people the skills that they need

The previously centralised direction of spending was unimaginative and bureaucratic. Funding went into leisure courses.

Rupert Barnes: Let’s do more to celebrate our historic counties

Remember where we are; remember what has come down to us. Our unique heritage is there to be opened up.

James Palmer: We need a Minister for East West Rail

We must drive this project forward. It is a vital piece of infrastructure which could allow a million new homes to be built. But we need to sort out the route.

Tom Hunt: Ipswich needs a northern relief road – here is how we can win the campaign

My experience in Ely has shown me that it can be done – with tenacity, optimism and the broadest possible local backing.

Jason Ablewhite: In Cambridgeshire, more police are serving on the frontline

My plan not only involves bringing offenders to justice but also deterring them from reoffending.

James Palmer: Cambridgeshire is well placed to benefit from the broader international trade that Brexit will offer

Metro Mayors can play a crucial role – but a Government cave-in on leaving the customs union risks missing the potential of the global economy.

John Bald: How South Cambridgeshire was lost

The key issue was planning, and our fate was sealed before the first leaflet was delivered. Developers would steamroller the council to get unwanted schemes approved.