Labour's Bill another misguided attack on businesses Wednesday, 15 January, 2025 The Government’s new bill introduces: Higher business rates for properties over £500k, targeting warehouses but also hitting breweries, airports, football stadiums, and high-street retailers like John Lewis and Morrisons. Lower relief for small businesses in retail, hospitality, and leisure - cut from 75% to 40%, costing the average pub £5,500 annually. Removal of charitable rate relief for... Westminster News
MP pledges commitment to Holocaust Memorial Day 15th January 2025 This week, I signed the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Book of Commitment, and in doing so pledged my commitment to marking Holocaust Memorial Day- honouring... Westminster News
Labour's Renters' Bill is bad for tenants and landlords 14th January 2025 Labour's Renters' Rights Bill will be devastating for tenants and small landlords ⬇️ 🏘️ Fewer homes - similar laws in Scotland slashed rental supply by 17% 🏚️... Speeches in Parliament
Backing local farmers' fight against Labour's farm tax 10th January 2025 Today over 200 farmers, councillors, and local residents gathered at Thirsk Auction Mart to voice their concerns about the devastating impact of Labour’s... Local News
Fairness must guide action on anti-social behaviour in social housing 8th January 2025 Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch put it plainly: “The public want to know that only decent, hardworking people who have contributed to this country are given... Speeches in Parliament
MP hits back at Labour's Chinese super-embassy plans 8th January 2025 This proposal has sparked significant debate and concern due to its implications for national security, local disruption, and the broader relationship between... Westminster News
Well deserved £25,000 funding for Ryedale Special Families 16th December 2024 A charity in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, founded by parents with disabled children, has received a £25,000 donation from entertainment company with... Local News
Securing the future of Malton’s Livestock Market 13th December 2024 Kevin Hollinrake, MP for Thirsk and Malton, joined Pat Foxton, Chairman of the Livestock Market Company, Councillor Bastiman, and other stakeholders at the... Local News
Labour's housing plans are an attack on rural areas 12th December 2024 Labour's housing plans ignore local voices, concrete over green belts, and fail to build where homes are needed most—urban areas. We delivered over a million... Speeches in Parliament
Debate: Grenfell Tower Inquiry 3rd December 2024 An excerpt from today's debate. Full debate can be watched here. Speeches in Parliament
