I have contributed a piece for Conservative Home’s series of columns on the forthcoming Budget, on 8 March, looking at a menu of possible savings in spending that could be made, in order to give Theresa May’s government extra financial headway for its priorities - whether that is alleviating pressure on social care, or easing […]
Read MoreI have written a column for The Daily Telegraph, looking at the government’s patient and assiduous preparation for the start of Brexit negotiations in March. You can access the column here.
Read MoreLast night, I visited the Hinchley Wood Mothers’ Union (HWMU) at St. Christopher’s Church. The Mothers’ Union are a fantastic local group, which form part of their larger international parent organisation. HWMU run a regular programme of events throughout the year, supporting the work of the parish of Hinchley Wood, as well as the wider […]
Read MoreYesterday, Parliament passed a new bespoke power to asset freeze the money of those responsible for gross human rights abuses, who seek to launder it into the UK. This has been a longstanding campaign of mine. I recently made the case for reform in The Sunday Times here. I spoke in Parliament in favour of […]
Read MoreToday, I visited the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance Trust (KSSAT) to see for myself the incredible service provided by this great charity. I met with Adrian Bell, CEO, Helen Bowcock, Chair of Trustees, and some of the medics and pilots. I received a detailed briefing on how the service and Trust operate. The […]
Read MoreToday, I’ve written an article for The Daily Telegraph, setting out some proposals to address cost of living pressures on low and middle income homes - without succumbing to the allure of Jeremy Corbyn’s dangerous socialist mirage. You can access the article here.
Read MoreOn Monday, I met with Concern and Help for East Elmbridge Retired (CHEER), a local charity run by Mark Michelmore and his fantastic team of volunteers. CHEER arranges home visits and outings for elderly Elmbridge residents who would otherwise be at risk of being isolated and lonely in the local community. They are currently helping […]
Read MoreYesterday, I wrote a column for The Sunday Times making the case for my proposed Magnitsky Amendment to the Criminal Finances Bill. The proposal, backed in Parliament by MPs from eight different political parties, would target those involved in profiting from serious human rights abuses, so they can’t launder their blood money through British banks, properties […]
Read MoreToday, I have written an article for Conservative Home to coincide with the publication of my report for the Taxpayers’ Alliance calling for reform of the tax system. If we want to ensure the taxman is fair to everyone in society, as well as maintaining a globally competitive economy, we must deliver simpler and lower taxes, […]
Read MoreOn Thursday, I followed up on the letter I sent to Transport Secretary Chris Grayling, about the expansion of Heathrow airport, in Parliament. Mr Grayling announced a framework of proposals on the third runway, which will be subject to consultation. I took the opportunity to raise the local assurances I want to nail down for […]
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