Plan B COVID-19 restrictions Friday, 17 December, 2021 Throughout the pandemic I have advocated a proportionate, evidence-based response to COVID-19. In my view that means, when the data shows no other option exists, putting in place the minimum restrictions necessary to contain the virus and ensure the NHS is not overwhelmed while being mindful that any measures must not unduly infringe upon our liberties, have too great an impact on access to... Articles
Statement - alleged Christmas party in Downing Street 8th December 2021 Like many constituents, I have been disappointed and angered by the recent reports of a Christmas party in Downing Street on 18 December last year. As with the... ArticlesWestminster News
Environment Bill and Storm Overflows 25th October 2021 A number of residents have contacted me over the weekend concerned about the Environment Bill and a vote that took place last Wednesday on Lords’ Amendment 45... Articles
Air quality and the Environment Bill 22nd October 2021 It has been estimated that pollution cuts an average of two years from the lives of the global population, rising to six years in some of the most highly... Articles
Fuel shortages across the South East 5th October 2021 A number of residents have contacted me over the last week regarding the fuel shortages we have seen across the country. Like many others, I and my family haven... Local News
Government to take over Southeastern services 28th September 2021 As many residents will have already seen, it has been announced this morning that the Government will take over the running of London & South Eastern Railway... Local News
National Insurance and the Health and Social Care Levy 10th September 2021 The Government’s recent announcement to increase National Insurance contributions by 1.25% to fund improvements in social care has, I know, been met with both... Articles
Voter ID 7th September 2021 A number of residents have recently contacted me about proposals to require voter ID at future elections. While I understand that these plans have caused... ArticlesLocal News
Our withdrawal from Afghanistan 23rd August 2021 It is impossible not to feel appalled and ashamed by the shocking events all of us have seen in Afghanistan. My office has been taking up a large number of... Articles
Boundary Commission proposals 29th July 2021 Many constituents have recently contacted me about the Boundary Commission for England’s proposals for parliamentary constituencies which have been put forward... ArticlesLocal News
Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021: A stronger economy for the British People 27th October 2021 Chancellor Rishi Sunak's Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021: A stronger economy for the British People. National News
Boris Johnson’s Keynote Speech – We’re getting on with the job 6th October 2021 Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed Conservative Party Conference 2021. National News
Sajid Javid’s Speech to Conservative Party Conference 5th October 2021 Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, today spoke on the main stage of Conservative Party Conference in Manchester. National News
Taking the tough decisions to cut crime 5th October 2021 This Conservative Government is taking the tough decisions needed to cut crime and make our streets safer. National News
We will make sure every victim sees justice done 5th October 2021 Dominic Raab, the Justice Secretary and Deputy PM, reassured Conservative Party Conference 2021 that every victim of crime will see justice done. National News
Help build a better future | CPC21 Speeches 4th October 2021 Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, spoke today at Conservative Party Conference about how the Conservative Party will deliver on our plans build a better... National News
