Vaccine certification for social events - my thoughts 29th July 2021 I should make it very clear that I do not believe that vaccine passports offer either the safest or most appropriate way forward when it comes to admittance to... Articles
My vote on UK foreign aid 20th July 2021 As a former Parliamentary Private Secretary in the (then) Department for International Development and former Chair of the British Council APPG, I’ve seen first... Articles
Electoral Commission reforms - my thoughts 6th July 2021 Many constituents have been in touch with concerns about proposed Electoral Commission reforms. Unfortunately, I fear there has been some misinformation... Articles
Matt Hancock's resignation 30th June 2021 Matt Hancock has apologised for breaching social distancing guidance and has rightly resigned. Like every other MP I’ve spoken to about this, I’m enormously... Articles
Planning reforms - my thoughts 29th June 2021 In August 2020, the Government announced significant reforms to the planning system, through the publication of its 'Planning for the Future' whitepaper... Articles
UK-Australia trade deal - my thoughts 28th June 2021 Australia is one of the UK’s closest allies, of course. We share a head of state, the same language and very much the same values. Our people also enjoy deep... Articles
Delay to the COVID Roadmap - my thoughts 21st June 2021 On 14th June, the Prime Minister announced a delay to the roadmap for easing coronavirus restrictions that was announced on Monday 14th June. To be absolutely... Articles
Vaccinating the world against coronavirus 11th June 2021 Coronavirus is a global issue and it is absolutely right that Britain plays its part in the global recovery from this awful pandemic. The UK has helped to raise... Articles
Education Catch-up Plan 9th June 2021 It is absolutely vital that no child is left behind with their learning as a result of this pandemic. Education is an issue that’s very close to my heart. Two... Articles