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
Banks must provide access to cash for my constituents 14th October 2019 I welcome the recent Barclays Bank announcement that branches in local market towns will be kept open but have significant concerns about withdrawal of support... Local News
North Yorkshire police to be bolstered in new recruitment drive 10th October 2019 I welcome the news this week that North Yorkshire will be recruiting 58 new police officers. This is part of a new nationwide recruitment drive to hire 20,000... Local News
My campaign to lower tax on British wine 7th October 2019 I have launched a campaign to lower duties for small British vineyards. Over forty MPs who have vineyards producing British wine in their constituencies added... Local News
Prosperity gap between North and South is wider than ever 2nd October 2019 I am calling for urgent action to address the regional income inequality which is currently at a 100-year high. The average income in London is now 150% higher... Local News
Pledging my support for a Northern Forest 1st October 2019 I am one hundred per cent behind ambitious plans to plant a Northern Forest and I would like to appeal to anyone who can to get involved. I was pleased to be... Local News
Help to Save scheme is proving a great success 30th September 2019 The Government-backed savings scheme, Help To Save, has got off to a fantastic start and I want to encourage more people in Thirsk and Malton to take advantage... Local News
We must stay focused on delivering Brexit on 31 October 27th September 2019 On the eve of the Conservative Party Conference we all need to stay focused on delivering Brexit on 31st October. Local News
More cash for Special Educational Needs and Social Care in North Yorkshire 17th September 2019 I welcome the news that North Yorkshire is to receive up to £7m of extra cash for Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and an additional £8-£10m for... Local News
North Yorkshire schools benefit from a £14 billion cash boost over three years 16th September 2019 It’s fantastic news that every secondary school in Thirsk and Malton will receive a minimum of £5,000 per pupil next year and every primary school will get a... Local News
