'ECHR is not to blame for Britain's failure on illegal migration - the problem lies within the Home Office' Monday, 21 October, 2024 Nearly five years ago now I was awoken by a phone call from Thurrock’s local borough Police commander. She advised that emergency services had taken a call from a lorry driver who reported unconscious people in his trailer. On attending the scene, they found 39 people all deceased. Sadly, this incident was not as shocking to me as it was to others. As the Member of Parliament representing busy... MediaOpinions
The Times: The government’s stance on conversion therapy is sensible 8th April 2022 The government’s decision to separate gender from sexuality as it delivers its commitment to ban conversion therapy is not engaging in a “woke war”. It is about... Opinions
The Industrial Brutality of P&O Ferries 28th March 2022 The decision by P&O ferries to dismiss its British seafarers without notice was an act of industrial brutality. The public is justifiably angry and the damage... Articles
Solidarity with Ukraine 28th March 2022 No one can fail to have been inspired by the brave leadership of President Zelensky of the Ukraine. And no one can fail to be inspired by the pride and courage... Articles
Supporting the Ukraine Humanitarian Effort 14th March 2022 My inbox has been overwhelmed with support for the people of Ukraine. It is heartening an reassuring to see the compassion and goodwill from so many people. I... Articles
Young Women's Justice Project Final Report 4th March 2022 The Young Women's Justice Project have published their final report, “We’ve not given up”: Young women surviving the criminal justice system We know that women... Reports
Russia's Unprovoked Attack on Ukraine 28th February 2022 I am sure that everyone’s thoughts are with the people of Ukraine right now. Putin’s actions are hideous. There is no justification for such an unprovoked... Articles
Minister Pursglove visits Border Force in Purfleet 15th February 2022 Last week I had the huge pleasure of joining Home Office Minister Tom Pursglove on a visit to the Border Force operations at Purfleet. The Thames Command is one... Articles
