Supporting business in North Yorkshire market towns 1st August 2018 I’m fully behind a campaign to boost businesses in market towns. Over the last few days I have met with Carolyn Frank from the Federation of Small Businesses... Local News
A good turnout for the Ryedale Show 31st July 2018 The Ryedale show was a great day out for everyone today and I was glad the weather held out after the recent downpours. It was the 152nd show and every year it... Local News
Securing the future of Malton’s Livestock Market 27th July 2018 I am fully behind Ryedale District Council’s efforts to help find a permanent home for the Malton livestock auction market and recently attended a key meeting... Local News
A great way to enjoy the North York Moors National Park 26th July 2018 I was pleased to have the opportunity to pay a visit to the Forest Holidays location in Cropton to find out how the company helps to bring people closer to... Local News
A middle way is the only way forward 26th July 2018 Over the past couple of months three stories have dominated the headlines. They are England’s success in reaching the semi-finals of the World, our best... Local News
Supporting a campaign to improve treatment of maternal mental health problems 25th July 2018 I was delighted to take part in a Parliamentary debate on Perinatal (ante and post-natal) Mental Illness following the visit to one of my surgeries of... Local News
RAF Linton-on-Ouse to close by 2020 - a sad day 24th July 2018 I am saddened at today’s announcement of the closure of RAF Linton-on-Ouse. The RAF has confirmed that it would vacate Linton-on-Ouse by 2020 with pilot... Local News
Two weeks paid leave for bereaved parents soon to become law 19th July 2018 My Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Bill has successfully passed through the House of Lords Committee stage with no amendments and is expected to have its... Local News
MWJP examination: Consultation on Select Committee on Planning Guidance on fracking - Report 17th July 2018 I have today written to the Inspector of Planning Services at North Yorkshire County Council to make clear my support of the Minerals and Waste Joint Plan (MWJP... Local News