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
Kemi will rebuild our party with resilience and tough love 9th October 2025 My speech from Conservative Party Conference, 2025. Speeches
Backing local farmers and the 'Trailer of Truth' in Thirsk 30th September 2025 Reeves claims to champion 'working people' at Labour Conference, but farmers - among the hardest-working in our nation - beg to differ. I joined local farmers... Local News
Heather burning ban threatens rural communities 29th September 2025 The Government has confirmed plans to ban controlled heather burning on deep peat, despite acknowledging that the practice can help reduce the risk of wildfire... Westminster News
Steaming ahead with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway 28th September 2025 I had a brilliant time recently at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, getting stuck in alongside the fantastic volunteers who keep it running. From climbing... Local News
MP slams Government for 1199 fewer jobs in York & North Yorks 24th September 2025 Since Labour won the general election last July, official figures show there are now 1,199 fewer jobs in York & North Yorkshire – and I believe Keir Starmer and... Local News
Labour driving more onto Universal Credit in Thirsk & Malton 4th September 2025 Since Labour formed a government 454 more households in Thirsk and Malton have been forced to claim Universal Credit. I believe this is proof that Labour is... Local News
Calling for action on wildfire risk, rural funding and local crime 2nd September 2025 At this month's cross-party meeting with fellow MPs, NYC, Policing, Fire, Health & Care leaders, I raised a number of issues on behalf of constituents: Wildfire... Local News
MP welcomes Yorkshire Water transparency pledge and urges further action 1st September 2025 As the Member of Parliament for Thirsk and Malton, I welcome the commitments made by Yorkshire Water to improve transparency and accountability around executive... Local News
Government Briefing on Langdale Moor Fire Response 27th August 2025 Today I've received a comprehensive briefing from Peter Lee, Director of Fire at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, on the ongoing... Local News
