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
D&S column: a day of pomp and tradition 14th October 2019 THERE’S a lot been going on in Westminster this week – and I’m not just talking about the climate change protests and the ongoing Brexit preparations and... Articles
Political Thinking podcast with the BBC's Nick Robinson 11th October 2019 An in-depth interview with Nick Robinson, the former BBC Political Editor and now presenter of the BBC Radio 4's Today programme. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds... Media
Rishi Sunak launches Mencap calendar 'full of joy' 7th October 2019 Rishi Sunak MP has launched a new calendar promoting positive images about people with learning disabilities. The Richmond MP was invited by the Northallerton... Local News
D&S column: delivering value for the taxpayers' cash 7th October 2019 I MADE my debut as a speaker on the main stage of my party’s conference this week to talk about our public services. Along with my ministerial colleagues, the... Articles
Party Conference Speech: big investment in our public services 2nd October 2019 At the Conservative Party Conference, I address members on the Government's ambitious plans for investment in our public services. Media
D&S column: inspirational young people in the community 27th September 2019 One of the most inspirational moments of my summer was spending time with a group of young people who had decided to spent part of their holiday improving the... Articles
Rishi Sunak welcomes multi-million pound improvements at Catterick Racecourse 26th September 2019 A North Yorkshire racecourse famed for its traditional character is about to start on the final phase of a multi-million pound investment programme to update... Local News
D&S column: what is the best way forward for emergency care at the Friarage 20th September 2019 I very much welcome the opening of the consultation into the changes to emergency services at our much valued and loved local hospital - the Friarage. It is, of... Articles
Rishi Sunak urges flood-affected farmers to apply to £2m recovery fund 20th September 2019 Rishi Sunak has welcomed the opening of a £2m fund he helped secure for Yorkshire Dales farmers affected by July’s flash flooding. Applications are now open for... Local News
