I’m urging everyone across Thirsk and Malton, York and North Yorkshire to get out and back our local businesses this Small Business Saturday.The message is clear: our small businesses up and down the country are facing a perfect storm of…
I’ve been fighting Labour’s cruel Family Farm and Business Tax from day one - both here in North Yorkshire and in Parliament.Locally, I’ve held packed-out meetings with hundreds of worried farmers across our constituency and a public…
I've joined my Conservative colleagues in raising the alarm over a growing pattern of unlawful development taking place on rural and greenfield sites across the country.In a letter sent to the Home Secretary, we warn that these sites are…
Walk through the market square in Malton, the independent shops in Thirsk or the along the seafront in Filey, and you will see something far more important than transactions. You will see the people, skills and character that make our…
I was delighted to attend a parliamentary reception celebrating the vital contribution of family businesses to local communities and the UK economy. The event, hosted by Family Business UK - the largest independent organisation…
Stamp duty is an un-Conservative Tax. The Conservative Party’s plan to scrap Stamp Duty for the family home is a moral good, and an economic good.Our plans will remove barriers on homeownership and aspiration, and give families the freedom…
The search for the best pub in the Thirsk & Malton constituency has reached its exciting conclusion, with the Providence Inn in Yedingham taking the top spot. The Star at Harome came in a close second, while The Royal in Thirsk took third…
I was honoured to host Malton resident, Louise Kirby-Jones in Parliament today, whose personal experience of maternal loss has blossomed into a powerful support network for others. Since first meeting her at one of his constituency…
This week, I had the great privilege of joining Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) at Skipton Bridge near Thirsk to mark the start of construction on their brand-new Northern Air Support Unit.I’m absolutely delighted that Yorkshire Air…
Reeves claims to champion 'working people' at Labour Conference, but farmers - among the hardest-working in our nation - beg to differ.I joined local farmers recently at Thirsk Auction Market, proudly signing the "Trailer of Truth" to…
The Government has confirmed plans to ban controlled heather burning on deep peat, despite acknowledging that the practice can help reduce the risk of wildfire.In one of her first major decisions as Secretary of State for Environment, Food…
I had a brilliant time recently at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, getting stuck in alongside the fantastic volunteers who keep it running.From climbing onto the footplate of a locomotive to speaking with the teams who welcome thousands…
Since Labour won the general election last July, official figures show there are now 1,199 fewer jobs in York & North Yorkshire – and I believe Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are failing working people here in Thirsk and Malton.Across the…
Since Labour formed a government 454 more households in Thirsk and Malton have been forced to claim Universal Credit. I believe this is proof that Labour is failing people in our community.Since July 2024 Keir Starmer has talked down the…
At this month's cross-party meeting with fellow MPs, NYC, Policing, Fire, Health & Care leaders, I raised a number of issues on behalf of constituents: Wildfire response & resiliencePressed for clarity on how farmers, gamekeepers and local…
As the Member of Parliament for Thirsk and Malton, I welcome the commitments made by Yorkshire Water to improve transparency and accountability around executive pay – but I must also stress that the company needs to deliver meaningful…
Following a visit to the scene of the Langdale Moor fire yesterday with Mat Walker, Deputy Chief Fire Officer and Gold Commander and Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor of York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority, I want to praise the extraordinary…
Today I've received a comprehensive briefing from Peter Lee, Director of Fire at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, on the ongoing response to the Langdale Moor Fire affecting his constituency.The fire, which has…
I'm calling on constituents to fight to protect local Post Office services following Labour’s announcement of a national review which could put branches across the country at risk.The Government’s Green Paper on the future of the Post…
Kevin Hollinrake MP has urged North Yorkshire Council to show compassion and flexibility in its new home-to-school transport policy, following a meeting with councillors and officials to raise concerns on behalf of worried parents.The…
On behalf of myself ZuZu, we're hoping to name her top dog in Westminster Dog of the Year 2025, which is taking place on Thursday 11 September at Victoria Tower Gardens in London. Zuzu really is the piece that makes our home feel whole.…
Today I have written to Yorkshire Water to raise serious concerns about executive pay and transparency at the company.Recent figures reveal that Chief Executive Nicola Shaw received total remuneration of £1.62 million in 2023–24, and £1.34…
Labour’s cuts to police funding are gutting our forces across the country with 25 less officers in North Yorkshire, eroding the safety of our local community.New figures reveal that police numbers have dropped by 1,316 officers. That is 1…
I'm proud to join a cross-party group of MPs and Peers in calling on the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care to ensure the upcoming National Cancer Plan reflects key recommendations from The White Rose Cancer Report.In a letter…
10 years ago on the day I was elected as MP for Thirsk & Malton.I am honoured to have been appointed Chairman of the Conservative Party. I want to pay tribute to my predecessors, Nigel Huddleston and Lord (Dominic) Johnson, whose…
As your MP and Shadow Secretary of State for Communities, I want to address growing concerns about the government’s initiative, led by Angela Rayner, to define Islamophobia. This vague proposal risks stifling free speech by potentially…
I'm honoured to have been awarded the title of Beer Drinker of the Year 2025 at the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group’s Annual Beer Awards Dinner.Hosted by the Beer Group and chaired by Tonia Antoniazzi MP, the event celebrates…
Labour’s “fairer funding” review and planning reforms disproportionately impact North Yorkshire’s rural communities:A £27M budget cut severely limits funding for essential rural services.Critical areas like pothole repairs, social care,…
I was keen to speak in the debate on grouse shooting because this issue is incredibly important to Thirsk and Malton — the place I’ve lived all my life.Beyond the sport itself, there are serious concerns about wildfire risk in our area,…