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International Health Regulations Explained

Thank you to constituents who have contacted me about the proposed changes to the International Health Regulations.  The International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) are a key part of the global health security system to prevent, protect against, control and provide a public health response to t

The Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Bill Explained

Thank you to constituents for contacting me about live animal exports.  The UK has some of the highest animal welfare standards in the world which the Government continues to strengthen further.

Government's Plans to Tackle Sewage Discharge into UK Waterways

I have today (11 December 2023) received a letter from the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs confirming that he has written to all of England’s water company CEOs to clearly set out that the sewage discharge into our waterways is unacceptable.

Emergency Energy Tariff Campaign - My Reply to Constituents

Thank you to constituents that have contacted me about the Emergency Energy Tariff Campaign.  I am aware of the impact that global energy price rises have had on consumers, and I welcome the action taken by the Government to support the most vulnerable.