On Monday 22 March 2021, I spoke on behalf of HM Opposition to a motion which appointed John Pullinger CB as the Chair of the Electoral Commission with effect from 1 May 2021 for the period ending on 30 April 2025. You can read my speech below: 

Responding on behalf of HM Opposition, I highlighted the significant fall in UK exports and the challenges facing the fishing industry. I also paid tribute to PC Keith Palmer, as Monday will mark the fourth anniversary of his death. You can read my speech below: 

On Friday 12 March 2021 the House of Commons considered 8 Private Members' Bills, 7 of which passed. Private Members' Bills are introduced by individual MPs or members of the Lords rather than by the Government. As with other Public Bills their purpose is to change the law as it applies to the general population. In my capacity as Shadow Leader of the House, I was present in the Chamber when these Bills were debated. You can read about these Bills below: 

On Thursday 11 March 2021, I criticised the Government's management of public finances and its decision to increase council taxes during the pandemic. You can read my full speech below: