Prince Philip 1921 – 2021
Royston Smith2021-04-09T15:05:54+00:00Prince Philip 1921 - 2021 Such sad news today. HRH, Duke of Edinburgh, has been a father figure to us all. RIP Prince Philip.
75th Anniversary of VJ Day
Royston Smith2020-08-26T14:06:15+00:00Today marks the 75th anniversary of VJ Day, which finally brought the Second World War to a close. A two minute silence was held at 11am today, led by HRH The Prince of Wales to remember those who served in the Far East. Thousands of British and Commonwealth Armed Forces personnel fought in Asia [...]
Landmark Ruling on Article 50
Royston Smith2016-11-03T18:44:11+00:00This morning, in a landmark ruling, Lord Chief Justice Thomas said Mrs May did not have the right to set in motion Article 50, the official start of the two-year EU divorce proceedings, without consulting Parliament. I am pleased the Government will appeal this morning's ruling and I think they should. A majority of [...]
British prosperity rests on maritime trade
Royston Smith2016-09-30T09:43:32+00:00The UK is a maritime nation. It is a fact that we must not forget as we forge a strategy to increase manufacturing, exports, and international trade, and to secure our long term prosperity in a post-Brexit world. Some 95 per cent of the nation’s trade in goods move by sea, and our ports are [...]
Royston supports Reserves Day
Royston Smith2016-09-08T10:19:06+00:00Thank you to all those who serve. Reservists play a vital role in our nation's defence and it is only right we honour the hard work they put in. As a reservist employer I also know the benefits that the training reservists receive can bring to the workplace. If you are interested in getting involved [...]
Royston meets with Hampshire Fire and Rescue
Royston Smith2016-09-07T16:58:19+00:00It was a privilege to welcome two excellent Hampshire Firefighters to Parliament today. Julie Jacobs is an inspiration to people who have an ambition to become a firefighter. It has been my pleasure to know and work with Julie over many years during my time at Hampshire Fire and Rescue and to finally see her [...]
Sholing Technology College Update
Royston Smith2016-07-15T13:36:24+00:00Yesterday afternoon I met with the Head Teacher of The Sholing Technology College Martin Brown, and the Deputy Head Teacher Suzanne Ashley. We discussed the Ofsted report in detail and the actions being taken by the school to take them out of special measures.Martin Brown made it clear that he is completely open with parents [...]
Statement on Sholing Technology College
Royston Smith2016-07-13T13:14:06+00:00Many of you will know of the situation at The Sholing Technology College with their recent unsatisfactory Ofsted Report. I have arranged a meeting with the Head Teacher for tomorrow at 3.30 and will be seeking assurances on behalf of parents that the safety and education of the pupils is of the highest priority.The governing [...]
A week used to be a long time in politics
Royston Smith2016-07-04T04:33:02+00:00It is frequently said that a week is a long time in politics, but this week has surpassed all expectations.On Thursday last week, voters in the United Kingdom sent shock waves around the world when they voted in a referendum for Britain to leave the European Union. Nearly half the country are disappointed, indeed many [...]
Post-Brexit Calm
Royston Smith2016-06-29T08:18:39+00:00The EU referendum was fiercely contested and some (nearly half) are not happy with the result. However, the debate and the vote cannot be allowed to be used as an excuse for abusive, intolerant and racist behaviour.This country welcomes immigrants, I welcome immigrants that come here to work, contribute and improve their lives and enrich [...]
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