UK Defence Spending to Reach 2.5% of GDP Wednesday, 24 April, 2024 I welcome the Prime Minister’s announcement of a commitment to spend 2.5% of GDP on defence by 2030. This increase in defence spending starts immediately and will mean an extra £75 billion over the next six years. This increased spending is the biggest strengthening of our national defence for a generation and will confirm the UK’s place as the biggest defence power in Europe, second only to the... Media
DCMS questions 9th July 2020 This morning, I answered questions in the Chamber of Commons for the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. This week has seen the reopening of... Westminster News
A Plan for Jobs 8th July 2020 The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has set out the Government’s plan to support businesses, create jobs and give young people more access to job opportunities. I... Westminster News
Drink at the Fleece Inn 6th July 2020 It was great to catch up with Nigel Smith, Landlord, and enjoy a pint on Saturday evening at the Fleece Inn, Bretforton - where the team were ready to welcome... Local News
Visiting the Cotswolds 6th July 2020 On Saturday, I spent time visiting businesses and attractions in the Cotswolds as the tourism & hospitality industry welcomes back visitors. Here are some... Local News
Funding for more cycle and walking paths 3rd July 2020 It's great to hear that Worcestershire County Council has been awarded £135,000 to support more cycling and walking in the constituency! Coming from the Central... Local News
Good news for zoos 30th June 2020 Since 15th June, zoos have been able to reopen outdoor areas, but I'm pleased that to further help their businesses recover from the impact of lockdown... Westminster News
Debate on Support for UK Industries 29th June 2020 Last week, I represented the Government in a debate in the House of Commons on what support is available to our UK industries in this health crisis. We had many... Westminster News
Visit to Broadway 29th June 2020 Some pictures from a very picturesque day in Broadway. It was great to be able to go into the shops and chat to some of the business owners. They've done a... Local News
Visit to Evesham 29th June 2020 Although proper visits aren't quite under way yet, I've taken the opportunity the last couple of weeks to be out and about in the constituency. This sunny... Local News