My thoughts on the situation in Israel and Palestine Thursday, 13 May, 2021 I want to make it clear I am extremely worried about the rapidly escalating violence in Israel and Palestine. Innocent lives are being lost and it is vital peace and stability is restored as soon as possible. I join with my colleagues in believing the best way to achieve this is through a two-state solution. In the House of Commons yesterday, my colleague, the Minister for the Middle East and... Westminster News
Historic UK-India trade announcement 6th May 2021 This week, the Prime Minister announced £1 billion of new UK-India trade, which will create thousands of jobs and boost our economy, helping families and... Westminster News
My Weekly Column for Mid Sussex Times 30th April 2021 I was delighted to receive my first Covid jab this week - the new Moderna vaccine! A huge thank you to the fantastic staff and volunteers at the vaccination... Westminster News
Summary of Acts which received Royal Assent 30th April 2021 This week, we have delivered laws which drive jobs and investment, take back control over our trade and borders, and protect our NHS. Despite the ongoing... Westminster News
Fire Safety Act gains Royal Assent 30th April 2021 I wanted to update constituents now that the vital Fire Safety Act has gained Royal Assent, following the final debates and amendment votes earlier this week... Westminster News
Update: Kickstart Scheme 30th April 2021 Updated 30th April 2021 I often update constituents on my ministerial work at DWP as the Employment Minister, and I could not be prouder of the Kick Start... Westminster News
Trade Act becomes law as UK makes breakthrough in Australia trade negotiations 29th April 2021 Trade Act becomes Law Today (Thursday 29th April), the Trade Act was granted Royal Assent, and has formally become law. The Act, which bestows powers necessary... Westminster News
Financial Services Bill gains Royal Assent 29th April 2021 I wanted to update constituents on our important Financial Services Act, which has gained Royal Assent today and is now law, as an Act of Parliament. This Act... Westminster News
Government on track to recruit 20,000 more police officers 29th April 2021 Today, the Government made the fantastic announcement that, just one year into our police officer recruitment programme, nearly 9,000 additional officers have... Westminster News
Government announce plans to publish Levelling Up White Paper 28th April 2021 This week, I know you’ll all be enthused to hear the Government announced plans to publish a landmark ‘Levelling Up White Paper’ - setting out bold new policy... Westminster News
