Statement on the Escalating Violence in the Middle East Thursday, 13 May, 2021 I’m deeply concerned about the situation and loss of life on both sides of this tragic, and seemingly inextricable, conflict. The Israel – Palestine conflict is as polarising as it is emotive, and I’ve received much correspondence asking me to condemn one side or the other. I believe that a resolution to this conflict (as with any conflict) can only emerge when there is a recognition by both... Local News
Fighting for Outdoor Learning Centres 16th April 2021 I was delighted to learn that the Department for Education has updated its position in relation to education visits and that educational day visits have been... Local News
His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh 9th April 2021 Like so many of you, I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away this morning. My... Local News
Science and Education are Invincible Weapons 8th April 2021 Before Parliament rose for Easter a couple of weeks ago, the Defence Secretary at the Despatch Box outlined the details of the Government’s Integrated Review of... Articles
The Yemen Conflict 31st March 2021 Thank you to the many of you have contacted me about the situation in Yemen, along with the UK’s involvement in this crisis. The situation in Yemen, along with... Articles
The Coronavirus Act 26th March 2021 In order to state my position as unambiguously as possible, I should make it clear that I voted against renewing the powers given to the Government by the... Westminster News
The UK Aid Budget 24th March 2021 As a former Parliamentary Private Secretary in the (then) Department for International Development and Chair of the British Council APPG, I’ve seen first-hand... Westminster News
My Statement on the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill 17th March 2021 Many constituents have taken the time to contact me in relation to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. Thanks for taking the time to get in touch on... Westminster News
It’s important to remember the vital role our military play in keeping us safe 12th March 2021 As the vaccine rollout in our area continues apace – with over half of adults in Somerset having now received a vaccine - the tragedies attendant on COVID are... Articles
NHS Pay 8th March 2021 I am grateful to the many constituents who have taken the time to contact me on the subject of NHS pay. I should start by saying that like many others, I... Westminster News
