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
Speaking up for our rural economy in grouse debate 30th June 2025 I was keen to speak in the debate on grouse shooting because this issue is incredibly important to Thirsk and Malton — the place I’ve lived all my life. Beyond... Westminster News
Statement on Assisted Dying Bill passage 20th June 2025 Today, the Assisted Dying Bill passed its stage in the House of Commons. This is a deeply personal issue, both for myself and my constituents. I want to thank... Westminster News
Will Labour's plans change our rural areas forever? 10th June 2025 🚨 Aiming for 1.5M homes sounds great—until you realise it could irrevocably change our towns & villages. Growth at any cost? Think again. Speeches in Parliament
Backing local holiday hark ahead of booming summer season 30th May 2025 Great to visit York House Holiday Park in Balk as they prepare for what’s shaping up to be a record-breaking summer season. I met with director Phil Brierley to... Local News
MP reaffirms commitment to Northern Forest 26th May 2025 I had the pleasure of visiting Chop Gate in the North York Moors National Park to engage with the Northern Forest partnership, a cause I’ve supported since 2018... Local News
MPs Urge Pause on Chinese Embassy Plan Amid Spying Concerns 26th May 2025 As Shadow Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, I have today raised serious concerns about the Government’s handling of the proposed... Westminster News
MP pledges to work collaboratively with Mayor on Filey Bus 26th May 2025 I welcome a commitment from York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith to work collaboratively on restoring the Filey ‘Little Bus’ service – a vital local... Local News
Continuing to push for cross-party collaboration on A64 21st May 2025 Alongside fellow MPs Tom Gordon and Sir Alec Shelbrooke MP, we've received a response from Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood regarding the long-awaited A64... Westminster News
MP marks 10 years since election 7th May 2025 It's been the honour of my life to serve as your MP for the past 10 years. Here's to many more years and always working for the people of our great county. Westminster News
