W2W - anti-Semitism sadly alive in the UK Friday, 17 May, 2024 ON 27 January every year, we remember the extermination of six million Jews during World War Two. On that day, the lament is ‘never again’. Yet, incredibly, this year’s Eurovision Song Contest proved, if proof was needed, that anti-Semitism is very much alive. The festival of high camp and low musical talent was hijacked by crowds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators objecting to the inclusion of... Articles
Diary - farmers raise issues with the Secretary of State 26th April 2024 More good news with Buckingham Palace announcing the King would resume public duties next week, after doctors said they were pleased with the progress of his... Diary
W2W - the spectre of crime hangs over our capital 26th April 2024 OUR capital city is under threat from a growing underworld that the police appear unable to combat effectively. Reputation is everything and London’s losing it... Articles
Diary - out in Weymouth 25th April 2024 A wonderful day as another grandchild arrived into this world, this time a boy. Lots to get on with, not least a few phone calls, but after a busy morning, I... Diary
Diary - helpful update on migrant barge 24th April 2024 Much work to do before a virtual meeting with Liz Ferdenzi, who is my direct contact with the migrant barge in Portland Port. We have agreed to speak regularly... Diary
PR: Defence Spending Rise: Drax commens 'stalwart stubbornness' of Defence Secretary 23rd April 2024 Richard Drax, MP for South Dorset has commended and congratulated Defence Secretary Grant Shapps for his ‘stalwart stubbornness’ in getting defence spending... Local News
Diary - defence spending to rise 23rd April 2024 Another interesting day. It began with my morning jaunt under grey skies. Into the office and a quick catch-up on matters, before heading to the Thatcher Room... Diary
Speech - Defence of the United Kingdom by the Prime Minister 23rd April 2024 My first duty as Prime Minister is the security of the British people. And fulfilling that profound responsibility is only possible because of you. Just ten... Speeches
Diary - Rwanda Bill clears final hurdle 22nd April 2024 A mixed day back in the Commons, with a speech on hospice funding, a charge of spying for China against a parliamentary researcher and another man and the final... Diary