Key achievements for the people of Thirsk and Malton 28th 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... 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
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
Why I’m Fighting Shotgun Licensing Changes 2nd March 2026 I have reiterated my strong opposition to the Government’s proposed changes to shotgun licensing, which I believe risk causing serious harm to rural communities... Local News
NY MPs stand against Mayor's proposed Tourism Levy 26th February 2026 I have today written jointly to Mayor David Skaith to make clear my firm opposition to the proposed Tourism Levy currently under consideration by the York and... Local News
MP Calls for fair funding for Malton’s Palace Cinema 24th February 2026 I have written to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport urging Ministers to reconsider the exclusion of cinemas from the recent £1.5bn capital... Local News