Key achievements for the people of Thirsk and Malton Tuesday, 28 May, 2024 Delivering a Fairer Deal for Thirsk, Malton & Filey As your MP, I’ve always fought to make sure our part of North Yorkshire gets its fair share — and while there’s more to do, we’ve made real progress. From saving vital local services to securing major investment in infrastructure, I’ve worked hard to stand up for our towns, villages and rural communities. Local Wins Linton-on-Ouse Victory After... Local News
Strong progress made on Filey Bus return 5th May 2026 Great progress on bringing a town bus service back to Filey. Thanks to the efforts of local residents, businesses and councils — including support from Filey... Local News
Backing Bedale's small business heroes 1st May 2026 I have raised concerns with North Yorkshire Council following enforcement action involving the Hansom Restaurant in Bedale. As I understand it, the issue... Local News
Protecting jobs, communities and moorlands 27th April 2026 Game shooting in rural North Yorkshire is a vital part of the local economy and way of life. It sustains jobs from gamekeepers and beaters to hauliers, shops... Local News
MP leads talks with key stakeholders on Hunmanby Gap 27th April 2026 For five years, the hole at Hunmanby Gap has raised serious concerns — from restricted public access to ongoing flooding, subsidence, and even the risk of... Local News
Abolishing Stamp Duty could save Thirsk & Malton families £3250 13th April 2026 New analysis shows that families in Thirsk and Malton could save £3,250 when moving home under Conservative plans to abolish stamp duty on the family home. As... Westminster News
Op-ed: Why energy security can't wait 10th April 2026 My op-ed for the York Press this week. As I write this, a ceasefire has thankfully been agreed between the US and Iran and the Strait of Hormuz is set to reopen... Opinions
Visiting Pickering Guns amid concerns on licencing changes 3rd April 2026 I recently visited Pickering Guns to speak directly with local business owners about growing concerns over proposed changes to firearms licensing. Britain... Local News
Third English Whisky Day a success for North Yorkshire businesses 2nd April 2026 I was delighted to welcome the English Whisky Guild (EWG) back to Parliament on 25 March for the now well-established English Whisky Showcase in the Jubilee... Westminster News
Labour’s fuel tax rise to hit rural communities hardest 23rd March 2026 I am joining Kemi Badenoch in sounding the alarm about the damaging impact Labour’s planned fuel tax increases will have on rural communities like those I... Westminster News
