Further social distancing measures announced 24th March 2020 The Prime Minister has last night announced all households in the UK must stay at home for all but essential activity. These measures come into force to prevent... Westminster News
Government announce technology fund to support those self-isolating 23rd March 2020 The Government has announced a £500,000 fund for technology companies who create digital support solutions for people who need to self-isolate. The ‘Techforce19... Westminster News
Government Announce Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme 20th March 2020 The Government have announced a new Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme which will provide Government grants to cover 80% of the salary of retained workers up to a... Westminster News
Education Guidance for Key Workers 20th March 2020 The Government has published advice on who qualifies as a 'key worker' following the announcement of school closures for all except vulnerable children and the... Westminster News
Budget 2020: Major investment announced 11th March 2020 Today’s Budget announces major investment across the country, including £1.4 billion investment in research and development for the Animal and Plant Health... Westminster News
UK Airspace Modernisation: Have Your Say 10th March 2020 Last week I attended a parliamentary event on airspace modernisation. Industry experts from air traffic control provider NATS and the Airspace Change Organising... Westminster News
Government announce multi-million pound investment in the future of UK science 6th March 2020 Today the Government announced a multi-million-pound investment in the future of UK science. This will help to secure our position as a global leader in science... Westminster News
Flooding: The urgent need for flood defences 6th March 2020 This week in Parliament I again highlighted the urgent need to build our flood defences in order to protect our homes, businesses and communities. The main... Westminster News
Maiden Speech by Dr Ben Spencer 27th February 2020 I was proud to make my maiden speech in the House of Commons yesterday, an event only possible due to the trust the residents of Runnymede and Weybridge have... Westminster News