Happy Easter Sunday, 5 April, 2026 Happy Easter! This weekend is an important moment in the Christian calendar, a time that reminds us of hope, renewal and the power of faith. Whether you are spending it with family, attending church, or simply enjoying a moment of reflection, I hope it brings you peace and encouragement. Wishing everyone celebrating a peaceful and joyful Easter. Local News
With the power to create our own laws we can take the lead in high-tech industries of the future 16th June 2021 Senior Tory MPs are urging Boris Johnson to junk the 'precautionary principle' which they warn is stifling British businesses. In an age of extraordinarily fast... Articles
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE TASKFORCE FOR INNOVATION, GROWTH AND REGULATORY REFORM 16th June 2021 Taskforce for Innovation, Growth and Regulatory Reform: boosting jobs and levelling up through better regulation to promote the growth sectors of the future The... Westminster News
Now is the moment for G7 leaders to take a stand against China 10th June 2021 World leaders meet in Cornwall this week for the G7. Will the UK lead with the US in putting China at the top of the agenda? As the G7 leaders meet this week... Articles
In failing to accept full responsibility for Barnard Castle, Cummings undermined his whole testimony 28th May 2021 There is no doubt that Dominic Cummings presented a smoother, calmer version of himself during his marathon testimony on Wednesday. But at the most critical... Articles
Concerns around the impact of China's National Intelligence Law on UK Telecommunications 25th May 2021 Chinese firms operating in the UK would be obliged to secretly pass on sensitive data to intelligence services if requested by the Chinese state, so have put... Speeches in Parliament
IR35: Curb or kill umbrella company-focused Finance Bill amendments. 24th May 2021 Amendments proposed to the Finance Bill which I supported in a bid to “curb or kill” umbrella companies were unfortunately rejected. I hoped, if accepted by the... Speeches in Parliament
Free trade has done far more for the poor than socialism 22nd May 2021 Cheaper food is one of the many benefits that the Australia deal and others like it will bring to post-Brexit Britain. In 1846, the protectionist Corn Laws in... Articles
Boris's planning policy threatens to derail the Tory party in his heartlands 15th May 2021 Scratch beneath the surface, and you don’t have to look hard to find evidence that concerns about inappropriate local development may already be harming Tory... Articles
Fire Safety Bill vote to protect leaseholders from unfair cladding costs 27th April 2021 My speech in the Fire Safety Bill in the House of Commons. I support holding the Lords amendment. I think it is the right thing to do at the moment, although... Speeches in Parliament
