This week marks a key moment in the parliamentary calendar – the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Autumn Statement.

This time it has special significance following the referendum decision in June.

I have been working closely with the Chancellor behind the scenes to ensure that colleagues have had the opportunity to make representations about infrastructure spending, as well as specific matters of concern in their constituencies.

I am certain that the Chancellor will recognise the continuing challenge of instilling confidence but will also make provision for major investment in infrastructure, such as roads and the fibre network that is so crucial to the vibrancy of the economy and will, of course, increase tax revenues that can be spent on public services.

I also look forward to the announcement of the successful applicants in the latest round of Growth Fund allocations. I continued to lobby right up to the last moment on the importance of funding for improvements at Wiltshire College and a kick-start for the Maltings, so that we can be confident of further investment in step-change transformation of our city centre.

Whatever the outcome, I am confident that my ministerial colleagues have heard plenty from me on the subject!

At the time of writing, I hope to speak in the debate on education and social mobility. While recognising the importance of ensuring that grammar schools receive more applications from students from the widest possible range of backgrounds, we must also acknowledge the fine contribution they already make to the educational ecosystem.

I am also looking ahead to meeting the minister to discuss future funding of S6C, so that it can continue to meet the needs of local sixth formers.

Last week I met the leadership of Salisbury District Hospital to discuss a range of matters, including the delivery of its STP and this week I look forward to catching up with councillors, meeting carers and having a post Autumn Statement discussion with local business leaders.