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
Important steps in tackling antimicrobial resistance 12th September 2019 Efforts to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) are making great progress, according to the medical specialists at a parliamentary roundtable which I chaired... Local News
Parliament is prorogued until the Queen's Speech 10th September 2019 Events over the last ten days have moved very swiftly. As you may have seen in a recent comment I have been clear that I do not think the Prime Minister intends... Local News
NHS trusts to tighten up suicide risk assessment thanks to local family campaign 10th September 2019 NHS England has written to all mental health trusts to ensure that they adhere to NICE guidelines on the use of risk assessment tools after I raised the issued... Local News
New Transport Secretary to intervene in A64 dual carriageway bid 9th September 2019 Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps MP and Roads Minister, Baroness Vere have promised to speak urgently with Highways England about the proposed dualling of the... Local News
Welcome news – work to improve safety at Staxton starts today 9th September 2019 I am delighted that work to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians at Staxton crossroads on the A64 is to start today. I have been working closely with... Local News
Austerity is over – great news 4th September 2019 The Chancellor’s spending review heralds the end of a tough era of austerity and is welcome news for the constituency. It will mean everyone, young and old... Westminster News
Good news - Work to prevent flooding in Sherburn to start soon 30th August 2019 I am very pleased to hear that work to stop a repeat of the flooding at the crossroads at the centre of the village of Sherburn on the A64 is to start this... Local News
Leaving the EU with a deal on October 31st 29th August 2019 I have been absolutely clear throughout the Brexit process that we should respect the referendum decision but that it is better for businesses and jobs if we... Local News
Extra funds for Scarborough and Friarage hospitals is good news 23rd August 2019 I am delighted that Scarborough and the Friarage hospital in Northallerton will benefit from a new community services formula and extra money for being... Local News
