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
Pressing the point about local decision-making for fracking 31st October 2018 Today I attended a Westminster Hall debate to discuss the Government’s proposed weakening of planning rules with regards to shale gas extraction. I was pleased... Local News
Austerity is coming to an end, but discipline will remain 30th October 2018 This was the clear message which came across loud and clear in the Chancellor’s Budget yesterday. Philip Hammond announced wide ranging spending commitments... Local News
My pledge to support the environment 23rd October 2018 Today I have pledged to be a champion for the environment by joining the Conservative Environment Network (CEN) Caucus. I have signed CEN's core pledges to... Local News
Government initiatives to increase lending and support for small businesses are good news 22nd October 2018 As Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Fair Business Banking I am delighted to report the Government’s successful record in supporting small... Local News
Norton College visit Parliament 19th October 2018 It was great to welcome a group of sixth formers from Norton College with an interest in politics to Parliament. We were able to give them a tour of the Houses... Local News
North Yorkshire to receive over £2 million winter funding for Adult Social Care 17th October 2018 Following my calls for more funding for social care services in Thirsk and Malton, I’m delighted that the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Matt... Local News
Calling for government support to ensure a positive future for Linton-On-Ouse 16th October 2018 In a Westminster Hall debate today I appealed to Defence Minister, Tobias Ellwood, for support to rebuild the community in Linton-on-Ouse following the planned... Local News
Malton Estate plays key role in Select Committee inquiry 15th October 2018 I am delighted that Malton Estate is to give evidence to an influential committee on how it successfully attracts shoppers and businesses to its town centre. I... Local News
Making the case to ministers for local decision making for shale gas 10th October 2018 Today I had a very good meeting with Planning Minister, Kit Malthouse and Energy Minister, Claire Perry and a number of officials to discuss any proposed... Local News