Gazette monthly column: The bravery of the whistleblower Wednesday, 3 April, 2024 Please find below my monthly piece for the Malton Gazette on the bravery of whistleblowers: "The bravest man I’ve ever known.” A description of Sergei Magnitsky by Bill Browder, a now globally recognised name of a whistleblower who dared to take on Russian corruption. Since being elected in 2015, I have been a staunch advocate for the protection and encouragement of whistleblowers. Those who... Opinions
New affordable and sustainable homes welcomed in Thirsk 26th January 2024 A development of 47 energy efficient, affordable homes in Thirsk is hugely welcome for bringing much-needed affordable homes to the area. I recently visited the... Local News
Adapting to change: How Banking Hubs can bridge the financial gap 24th January 2024 Please find below my monthly piece for the Malton Gazette on the potential of banking hubs: “We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” – Dolly... Opinions
MPs and mayoral candidate team up for A64 'Just Dual It' campaign 16th January 2024 I was pleased to welcome Guy Opperman, Roads Minister to a meeting near Hopgrove, York, along with mayoral candidate, Keane Duncan, local MPs, Julian Sturdy and... Local News
MP disappointed at Barclays Pickering closure 12th January 2024 This morning I met with Cllr George Jabbour, Allan Lewis & Nick Quin of Link to discuss the potential for a banking hub in Helmsley. Link are conducting an... Local News
Plough at Fadmoor saved thanks to local efforts and Government funding 22nd December 2023 I’m thrilled the Plough has received £297,120 through the Government’s Community Ownership Fund which will return it back to the thriving and profitable... Local News
Government to preserve and support North Yorkshire places of worship 20th December 2023 The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme aims to redress financial shortfalls, and to support our listed and protected architecture for the benefit of present... Local News
Banking provisions secured for Easingwold residents 1st December 2023 Barclays today officially launched its Barclays Local site in Easingwold. I share my constituents' disappointment that Barclays decided to close their branch in... Local News
A success for industry as MP hosts English whisky event in Parliament 1st December 2023 This week I hosted an English Whisky event in Parliament, showcasing whisky from North Yorkshire to Copeland and Northumberland to Shropshire. As many... Westminster News
Government funding backs a new home for Malton Museum 27th October 2023 Malton Museum has been awarded a grant of £50,000 from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, to commission consultants to undertake a feasibility study for a new home... Local News