Statement on the publication of Sue Gray’s report Friday, 27 May, 2022 Since the start of this episode, I have been very clear that I would wait for the conclusion of any police investigation and the publication of Sue Gray’s full report before making a judgement. My years as a lawyer have taught me not to come to conclusions without the fullest possible evidence. I have been equally clear that we cannot have one rule for those working in government and a different... ArticlesLocal News
Fixed Penalty Notices and Referral of the Prime Minister to Committee of Privileges 22nd April 2022 Understandably, a large number of residents have contacted me following the Fixed Penalty Notices that were issued to the Prime Minister and Chancellor on 12th... ArticlesLocal News
Update - Ukraine 2nd March 2022 I have been horrified by the premeditated, unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. This is a war purely of Putin’s making, justified under egregious pretences and... ArticlesEuropean News
Statement - Sue Gray update 1st February 2022 Residents are entitled to an update from me on the events that occurred at No10 Downing Street during the “lockdown” restrictions. I have made clear, including... Articles
Statement – No10 parties 14th January 2022 I completely understand the anger that many people justifiably feel about the social events that took place at No10 Downing Street during lockdown. They should... Articles
Plan B COVID-19 restrictions 17th 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... 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
Major reform of football in England 25th April 2022 Fans will be at the centre of decision-making about their club in a major shakeup of football which will see the creation of a new regulator to ensure good... National News
The Prime Minister’s Speech: Tackling Illegal Immigration 14th April 2022 Read Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s speech on illegal immigration here. National News
Spring Statement 2022 23rd March 2022 Today, 23 March 2022, Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the Spring Statement 2022. Read what he said here. National News
Spring Conference 2022: Address from Prime Minister Boris Johnson 19th March 2022 Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed Spring Conference 2022. Read what he said here. National News
Spring Conference 2022: Address from Defence Secretary Ben Wallace 19th March 2022 Defence Secretary Ben Wallace addressed Spring Conference 2022. Read what he said here. National News
