The Emergency Use of Neonicotinoid Insecticides It is my understanding that the use of such insecticides has been approved by DEFRA for emergency usage under powers governed by former EU laws which the UK has...
Hen Harriers Like many of you, I believe that it is essential our wildlife is properly protected, and anyone involved in game management must respect the country’s...
Supertrawlers Thank you for getting in touch about foreign super trawler activities in UK waters, including Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). I know that the Government and...
Establishing a Food standards Commission I have long made clear my opposition to low animal welfare imports and this was a commitment of the Conservative election manifesto. It would be bad for animals...
British Nature Like many of my constituents, I am determined to see a legislative framework which ensures that government policy puts our environment and sustainability first...
Access to Clear Waterways I strongly believe that accessibility to quality waterways carries with it major advantages. Our waterways offer not only a place for people to enjoy a more...
Clean Up Newbury's Air You are right to say that poor air quality affects us all. Tackling head on the biggest environmental threat to our health is a major priority for me as your MP...
Dementia Care I would first of all like to assure you that, for both me and the Government, dementia is a priority. In 2015, the Government launched the Challenge on Dementia...
Animal Cruelty Sentencing Protecting our environment is one of my main priorities as your MP, and I am pleased that the UK has some of the highest animal welfare standards in the world...
Child Refugees I want to reassure you that the Government is not turning its back on unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. The UK Government has a strong and proud record of...
Beer Duty and Pubs I know the value of our local pubs, not just in Newbury, but also in our surrounding villages. During the election, I invited the Chancellor to visit the West...
Protecting the Oceans Thank you for taking the time to write to me about protecting our oceans from a number of existing threats. This is an issue which has sparked a large response...