Speeches in Parliament

I asked the Prime Minster in the House of Commons about today's announcement about record employment in the UK economy. David Cameron responded by pointing out...

I ask Defra Secretary of State Lynne Truss to support the Yorkshire Post's campaign for clearing labelling of dairy products to help consumers buy British.

I spoke in a Westminster Hall debate to oppose a proposed ban on the use of lead shot ammunition. The proposal, which would have had a major impact on the...

Speaking in support of better broadband for rural areas and urging the Government to consider backing satellite broadband schemes.

In an Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee hearing I press the head of the Rural Payments Agency to make prompt CAP payments to farmers.

At the second reading of the Trade Union Bill, I spoke in support of the Government's trade union reforms.

I ask the Minister about the Charter for Fiscal Responsibility and the commitment to running a budget surplus.

I ask the Minister what progress has been made to ensure schools funding is distributed fairly and that rural schools get a better deal.

Commending the Budget's commitment to balancing the nation's books.