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MP for South Devon
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My statement after Israel launches 'powerful' strikes on Gaza
Weeks ago, the Prime Minister promised the UK would lead the rebuilding of Gaza. Now, with the ceasefire falling apart, we cannot afford to watch events unfold around us once again. President Netanyahu has ordered the military to immediately carry out “powerful” attacks in Gaza. This will likely end the fragile truce of recent weeks. Even during this time, Israel has severely restricted aid, and hundreds of Gazans have been either wounded or killed by the IDF. The United Nati
Oct 29, 2025


Watch my question about letting unimpeded aid into Gaza
Weeks ago, the Prime Minister promised the UK would lead the rebuilding of Gaza, but it appears, once again, we are watching events unfold around us.
Oct 28, 2025


Herald Express: Budget speculation isn't helping anyone
Despite still being over a month away, speculation about the Budget and its contents are already in full swing.
Oct 27, 2025


Watch my speech about tackling absenteeism at schools
We know that being in school is the best way for most children to reach their potential. And that absence from school, particularly when persistent, can impact children both academically and socially. Yet, for some children, our system is designed in such a way that school itself can impact on their wellbeing. Yesterday, in parliament, we debated a petition calling for parents to be allowed to take their children out of school for up to 10 days for free. While I dedicated par
Oct 27, 2025


Read my statement on the delay to SEND reforms
Delaying the Schools White Paper, and with it long-awaited SEND reforms, until 2026 is an absolute betrayal of every child with special educational needs and disabilities and their families. SEND services are already in crisis. Parents are worn out by fighting a broken system, children are waiting months or even years for vital support, and local authority budgets are at breaking point. While families were left in limbo, the Education Secretary prioritised fighting a deputy l
Oct 23, 2025


I've co-signed a letter about the recent drop in the milk price received by dairy farmers
Proud to co-sign this letter raising concerns about the significant recent drop in the milk price received by dairy farmers.
Oct 22, 2025
In The Press

19th February, 2026: Washed away road repairs 'could cost £18m'

11th February, 2026: Prime Minister says damage to coastal road following storm is 'very concerning'

1st December, 2025: Dairy farmers do not need another passive body; they need an adjudicator with teeth
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