MP honoured to be appointed Conservative Party Chairman 22nd July 2025 10 years ago on the day I was elected as MP for Thirsk & Malton. I am honoured to have been appointed Chairman of the Conservative Party. I want to pay tribute... Westminster News
Islamophobia definition bringing in blasphemy laws by stealth 16th July 2025 As your MP and Shadow Secretary of State for Communities, I want to address growing concerns about the government’s initiative, led by Angela Rayner, to define... Westminster News
MP Named 2025 Beer Drinker of the Year at Pub Awards 15th July 2025 I'm honoured to have been awarded the title of Beer Drinker of the Year 2025 at the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group’s Annual Beer Awards Dinner. Hosted by... Westminster News
Defending against the War on Rural England 9th July 2025 Labour’s “fairer funding” review and planning reforms disproportionately impact North Yorkshire’s rural communities: A £27M budget cut severely limits funding... Westminster 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
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
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