Third Party Intermediaries in Energy Markets Consultation Response Friday, 15 November, 2024 I was pleased to respond to the Government’s consultation on the regulation of third party intermediaries in the energy retail market this week. This consultation focused primarily on the regulation of market actors such as energy brokers and price comparison websites. However, it also looked at the scope for strengthening protections for domestic consumers who purchase their energy from... Local News
Prime Minister Sets Out Criteria For Easing of Covid Restrictions 27th January 2021 Having called for a long term plan and the easing of restrictions, I am delighted that the Prime Minister has today set out the blueprint for our roadmap to... Opinions
MP Calls for Support for Company Directors 22nd January 2021 Dr Ben Spencer MP has called on Government to review proposals for a Director’s Income Support Scheme and bring forward measures to support company directors... Westminster News
Dr Ben Spencer MP Seeks Greater Support for Schools 15th January 2021 Following a further meeting with school leaders earlier this week Dr Ben Spencer MP is calling for greater support for our schools and colleges, their students... Local News
Covid Vaccination Plan Will Enable 2 Million Vaccinations Per Week 12th January 2021 The Government last night set out its plan for the mass delivery of our covid vaccines, which will see tens of millions of people be immunised by the spring at... Westminster News
New National Lockdown Announced 4th January 2021 The Prime Minister has tonight announced, that due to the continued rapid increase in covid infections across the country, and the pressure this is placing on... Westminster News
EU Trade Deal Receives Royal Assent 31st December 2020 Today the EU (Future Relationship) Act became law and marks the start of a new relationship with the EU, one built on partnership and co-operation, but that... Westminster News
Oxford-AstraZeneca Vaccine Approved for Use in the UK 30th December 2020 Today’s announcement that the Oxford-AstraZeneca has been approved for use in the UK is a major milestone in our fight against covid, with roll out of this... Westminster News
Supporting Local Businesses 22nd December 2020 Yesterday I met with representatives from local pubs and gyms to discuss the impact of the covid restrictions and what support they need at this very... Local News
Runnymede and Weybridge to Enter Tier 4 Restrictions From Midnight 19th December 2020 You will no doubt have seen the announcement that Runnymede and Weybridge will now enter Tier 4 restrictions from midnight tonight. This means rules similar to... Local News