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Press Releases
Keep updated with the latest news locally, media coverage and news from Parliament.
On Thursday 16 July 2020 I spoke in a general debate on Restoration and Renewal, a programme established to tackle the work that needs to be done to preserve the heritage of the Palace of Westminster. You can read my full speech below:
Responding to the Business Statement on Thursday 16 July 2020, I urged the Government to clarify its proposals for new border controls and trade regulations. You can read my full speech below:
I gave evidence to the Procedure Committee on Wednesday 15 July 2020 as part of their inquiries into procedure under coronavirus restrictions and the extension of proxy voting for parental leave.
I responded to a motion on membership of the Intelligence and Security Committee on Monday 13 July 2020. You can read my full speech below:
I responded to the Business Statement on Thursday 9 July 2020 and called on the Government to provide targeted support for struggling sectors like news media and manufacturing. You can read my full speech below:
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