Conservative MPs join forces to call out unlawful developments 17th November 2025 I've joined my Conservative colleagues in raising the alarm over a growing pattern of unlawful development taking place on rural and greenfield sites across the... Westminster News
MP backs family businesses amid proposed Inheritance Tax changes 4th November 2025 I was delighted to attend a parliamentary reception celebrating the vital contribution of family businesses to local communities and the UK economy. The event... Westminster News
Conservative plans to abolish stamp duty worth £3250 in Thirsk & Malton 30th October 2025 Stamp duty is an un-Conservative Tax. The Conservative Party’s plan to scrap Stamp Duty for the family home is a moral good, and an economic good. Our plans... Westminster 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
MP calls on constituents to back Save Your Local Post Office campaign 22nd August 2025 I'm calling on constituents to fight to protect local Post Office services following Labour’s announcement of a national review which could put branches across... Westminster News
MP hoping to crown ZuZu Westminster Dog of the Year 2025 13th August 2025 On behalf of myself ZuZu, we're hoping to name her top dog in Westminster Dog of the Year 2025, which is taking place on Thursday 11 September at Victoria Tower... Westminster News
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