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
Statement on Committee on Standards Motion 3rd November 2021 I have every sympathy with the Member for North Shropshire and his family and have no wish to make matters worse for him. I also absolutely believe him when he... Westminster News
'Project Gigabit' delivering next generation connectivity in Thirsk and Malton 2nd November 2021 I welcome the latest 'Project Gigabit' update, which aims to connect the UK to lightning-fast, reliable broadband. Through the scheme, this Government has now... Westminster News
Constituents' chance to have their say on A64 Hopgrove to Barton-le-Willows 29th October 2021 As constituents will be aware, I have been leading a campaign to dual the A64 since I was elected in 2015. Since then, I have been working with Highways England... Local News
Autumn Budget: In support of a high wage, high skilled economy post-Covid 27th October 2021 Westminster News
Key steps towards a One Nation, High Wage, High Skilled Economy 27th October 2021 The Budget and Spending Review delivered by the Chancellor earlier today delivers strong benefits and opportunity for the people of Thirsk and Malton. The... Westminster News
Clarifying misconceptions about the Environment Bill vote 25th October 2021 A lot has been said in the media and on social media in recent days about the Environment Bill, particularly Lords Amendment 45 relating to sewage. I wanted to... Westminster News
MP supports North Yorkshire bus manufacturer's green vision 25th October 2021 Last week I visited a display of zero emissions buses organised by the APPG for Buses and Coaches. The buses included one built by local manufacturer Alexander... Westminster News
MPs team up to back York bid for GBR headquarters 22nd October 2021 I have co-signed a letter to the Transport Secretary this week in support of York’s bid to become the home of Great British Railways. The letter was sent by... Local News