This 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 [...]
The 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 [...]
Thank 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 [...]
It 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 [...]
Yesterday 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 [...]
Many 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 [...]
It 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 [...]
The 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 [...]
I have spent 20 years campaigning for a referendum on our relationship with the European Union. David Cameron was the only politician brave enough to give the voters that referendum.There was a long and robust debate. I made my position clear and the reasons why I feel we can and will thrive outside the overbearing, [...]
As a military veteran I will be joining millions of my comrades to vote to take back control of our country.We are big enough, confident enough and wealthy enough to chart our own course.Let's pledge to continue to work closely in partnership with our European friends for the good of all of us but withdraw [...]
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