Speeches in Parliament

This evening I spoke in the House of Commons debate on COVID-19. I discussed the need for a data led approach when assessing the effectiveness of lockdown...

Today I welcomed the Chancellors announcement to increase financial support for businesses and workers. Keeping a link to viable jobs is absolutely crucial, and...

Conservative MP for Sevenoaks and Swanley, Laura Trott, is today introducing a Private Members Bill which would ban under 18’s from being able to receive...

Last Friday I spoke with our local NHS trust, who confirmed they plan to continue with elective operations throughout the winter, as long as it is safe to do so...

Many of you have been in touch over the last few weeks voicing your concerns about the Governments proposed house building targets – particularly given the...

I have been closely following the situation with universities over the last week, and I know many of you have been in touch with me regarding your concerns...

I have spoken many times about the importance of the Stag Theatre in Sevenoaks, There has been a phenomenal effort by the local community, who have donated over...

*FOUR POINT PLAN UPDATE TO TACKLE ANTISOCIAL BEHAVIOUR* As part of my campaign to tackle antisocial behaviour, I today asked the Minister for Housing to pledge...

Today I spoke in the Backbench Business Debate on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. This scheme has supported 12,200 people across Sevenoaks and Swanley...