Roadmap to Easing Restrictions 26th February 2021 The last 12 months have been unlike anything we’ve ever known before, with rules and restrictions being put in place to control the spread of Covid-19. But... Opinions
Free Speech is Paramount 19th February 2021 The right to free speech underpins our whole democratic system and so this week there has been a focus on protecting people’s right to speak freely on... Opinions
This Week in Parliament 12th February 2021 This week we have seen our vaccine delivery programme continue at pace with over 13 million people across the country having now received their vaccination... Opinions
Vaccination Rollout Continues at Pace 5th February 2021 This week has been an incredibly busy one, with my focus firmly fixed on our vaccination rollout; making sure that speed is of the essence and everybody in the... Opinions
Holocaust Memorial 29th January 2021 This week we commemorate the Holocaust, remembering the millions who lost their life under the brutal Nazi regime. A stark reminder of the evil that can be... Opinions
Padiham Flood Defences and an update on Vaccinations 22nd January 2021 At the beginning of this week the Met Office issued an Amber alert across much of the country, with heavy rainfall expected, including in Burnley and Padiham... Opinions
Mental Health Reforms 15th January 2021 Parity between mental health and physical health is so important. It’s something that I not only promised during the General Election campaign but which I am... Opinions
Start of a New Year 8th January 2021 Without a doubt 2021 is starting off tough. Earlier this week the Prime Minister announced the latest national lockdown, akin to what we experienced in March of... Opinions
1 January 2021: Down to the wire 1st January 2021 Negotiations with the EU have always been known to go down to the wire and this year was no different, with the Prime Minister announcing on Christmas Eve that... Opinions
