I was asked by Churches Together in Wokingham if I would join a debate with the other candidates for the General Election. I replied promptly, offering dates and encouraging the initiative. I am now told that only half the other candidates have agreed… read more
I have pressed for higher standards of animal welfare and am glad to see proposals in the Conservative Manifesto. These include Ending excessively long journeys for slaughter and fattening New law on animal sentience Banning primates as pets Crack do… read more
I have always believed and argued that we can be better off economically once we leave the EU. As long as we have the right budget and follow pro growth policies on exit, the UK economy can speed up a bit from its current levels. Whenever I argue this… read more
In recent days when canvassing with teams in Earley and Wokingham I have been asked about a number of issues related to social care. Much of our local provision is excellent, but there are problems for some in getting access to all the care and suppo… read more
The Remain financial establishment led by Mr Hammond 2017-19 followed policies which have led to a slowdown in UK growth. It is true there has been a global slowdown led by manufacturing, but that easily forecastable fact should have made them change… read more