Westminster News

I have welcomed new figures showing that there are 47,330 fewer children in workless households in our region since 2010. The number of children living in...

I have welcomed a visit by the Prime Minister to Africa, to deepen ties and boost investment. The Prime Minister is set to visit South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya...

I have welcomed research showing that superfast broadband has boosted the turnover of local businesses across the UK by £9 billion. This boost to the UK economy...

As part of Learning Disability Week 2018 – which was held from 18 to 24 June and was all about health – I met with campaigners from Mencap at a reception in...

I had the absolute pleasure of attending the National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast, and was accompanied by Rev Bruce Dean from St John’s Church. The 2018...

I have welcomed moves by the Government that will see the protected area of Britain’s coastline expanded, in face of growing environmental concerns about...

I have welcomed new counter-terrorism and security measures – CONTEST – announced yesterday by the Government. In a keynote speech delivered by the Home...