D&S column: showtime at Newton-le-Willows Friday, 12 September, 2025 When I first entered politics as your MP a decade ago an experienced parliamentary colleague had some very good advice. He said I would attend many community events, particularly village shows, where I might be invited to judge something. His sage advice was always to avoid any section or class involving young children or pets because in selecting a winner I was bound to upset either a very proud... Articles
Rishi steps up pressure over Northallerton Post Office closures 15th October 2021 Rishi has stepped up the pressure on the Post Office and WH Smith to resolve problems at the Northallerton branch. Since August Northallerton Post Office, which... Local News
D&S column: community groups back together again 8th October 2021 Looking through the D&S in recent weeks, it has been wonderful to read about all the community groups and organisations who are returning to their customary... Articles
Rishi joins junior rugby stars at Northallerton RUFC 1st October 2021 Rishi joined young rugby players at Northallerton RUFC as the new season got underway with a family fun day. The MP joined a game of touch rugby with the club’s... Local News
D&S column: natural flood management in the Dales 24th September 2021 I was in beautiful Bishopdale recently seeing how natural flood management techniques are helping build resilience against future flood events Inevitably, my... Articles
Rishi reopens extended Barton Village Hall 22nd September 2021 Barton residents celebrated the re-opening of their village hall with Rishi. Rishi performed the official opening honours at Barton Village Hall, near Richmond... Local News
D&S column: restoring a TV lifeline 10th September 2021 For more than 50 years the Bilsdale TV mast on the North York Moors has been a familiar fixture on the skyline. After dark, its red aircraft warning lights can... Articles
Rishi thanked for support of Georgian Theatre during pandemic 8th September 2021 Richmond’s Georgian Theatre Royal celebrated the official opening of its new auditorium which has undergone a major development programme during lockdown. Rishi... Local News
Rishi welcomes return of dementia service to Richmond 6th September 2021 New day services supporting people with dementia and their carers have opened in Richmond. Rishi officially opened the new services at Garget Walker House... Local News
D&S column: Kickstarting young people's careers 3rd September 2021 Almost a year ago I was very proud to launch the Kickstart scheme – a Government programme to help young people most at risk from the economic impact of the... Articles
