Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy ministerial appointment 28th October 2022 I am delighted to serve the new Prime Minister, his government and His Majesty in a ministerial role whose principal responsibility is to look after the... Westminster News
MP welcomes Rishi Sunak as next PM 24th October 2022 I am absolutely delighted Rishi Sunak will be our next Prime Minister. Having seen first hand his calm, competent and professional leadership in the second... Westminster News
Statement on the resignation of the Prime Minister 20th October 2022 After the events on Wednesday, I made clear I felt that the serious business of governing the country cannot be conducted in this shambolic way. I communicated... Westminster News
Statement on the government's plan for growth 30th September 2022 I welcome the focus on financial support for households and businesses to cope with higher energy costs and economic growth by means of simpler, lower taxes... Westminster News
My view on the lifting of the shale gas moratorium 22nd September 2022 I am very supportive of renewable energy and reducing our reliance on imports of fossil fuels. I have also previously spoken out about the need to insulate more... Westminster News
Statement following leadership election 5th September 2022 Many congratulations to our new Prime Minister elect Liz Truss and my condolences to Rishi Sunak. Both candidates worked incredibly hard to make their case to... Westminster News
New crackdown on littering gives councils more powers 12th August 2022 New guidance will help make sure takeaway food businesses play their part in cleaning up high streets, the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities... Westminster News
MP calls on Minister to postpone Linton asylum centre decision 20th July 2022 I have called on the Immigration Minister to postpone any final decision the Linton-on-Ouse plans, in light of a change of Government, ongoing concerns of all... Westminster News
Statement on the resignation of the Prime Minister 8th July 2022 I am sorry to hear that Boris Johnson has announced his resignation as Prime Minister. As you know, I supported him throughout the turbulence of the last three... Westminster News