Increase in Defence Spending Tuesday, 23 April, 2024 NEW: The Prime Minister has announced the UK will increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030. This increase in defence spending starts today and will mean an extra £75 billion over the next six years. This will confirm our place as the biggest defence power in Europe, second only to the USA in NATO. Westminster News
Discussing Legal Migration Figures 1st December 2023 Figures released last week show high numbers of legal migration. Legal migration brings many benefits, but this must be done in a considered and sustainable... Westminster News
Meeting with the Internal Drainage Board at Digby Pumping Station 24th November 2023 I met with representatives from the Internal Drainage Board at the Digby Pumping Station following the recent floods. IDBs provide a critical service locally... Local News
Greater Lincolnshire Devolution Deal Proposals 23rd November 2023 As a Lincolnshire MP, I always welcome investment in our county, and champion funding for our vital local services, rural economy and communities. Nevertheless... Local News
Media Bill Debated in Parliament 21st November 2023 Today in Parliament, the Media Bill has its Second Reading. The measures aim to update legislation and unleash the power of British broadcasters to attract... Westminster News
Visiting the Brilliant Sleaford Railway Club's Charity Show 20th November 2023 The family enjoyed visiting the brilliant Sleaford Railway Club's charity show on Saturday! It was great as always to see many exhibitors, demonstrations and... Local News
Christmas Card Competition 2023 17th November 2023 Thank you to every primary school aged child across the constituency who has entered my Christmas card competition - I received over 250 entries this year! I... Local News
Storm Babet Financial Support 13th November 2023 The Government is providing financial support and tax relief for flood-hit homes and businesses. If your domestic or commercial property was flooded as a direct... Local News
Attending the Remembrance Day Service and Parade in Sleaford 12th November 2023 I attended the Remembrance Day Service and Parade in Sleaford this morning to lay a wreath as we honour those who have served and have paid the ultimate... Local News
Meeting with Energy Minister to Advocate Against Large Local Solar Park Proposals 10th November 2023 I met Graham Stuart MP, Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, to advocate against the exceptionally large solar parks that energy companies are... Local News