Richard discusses UK borrowing on Newsnight 3rd September 2026 On Newsnight this Wednesday, Richard spoke about the Prime Minister focusing too much on being a “people pleaser” rather than having a credible plan. He added... Westminster News
The hidden cost of net zero 26th August 2026 Kemi Badenoch and Claire Coutinho l aunched a full system cost review of Labour’s approach to the energy grid compared to one which prioritises cutting bills... Westminster News
Richard raises vehicle excise duty concerns for HGV drivers in Parliament 16th August 2026 Just before Parliament rose for summer recess, Richard was the responding opposition minister that replied to a debate on motions to approve Ways and Means... Westminster News
Richard addresses the City on the Conservative Party's fiscal & public spending context for growth 10th August 2026 Richard recently addressed a roundtable of TheCityUK members about the Conservative Party’s approach to fiscal responsibility and the role of financial and... Westminster News
Richard reacts to Chancellor's plans to borrow even more 5th August 2026 This week, newspapers reported that the new Chancellor, John Healey, was looking at possibly raising billions of pounds in extra borrowing by using flexibility... Westminster News
Richard speaks in debate on financial inclusion for young people 5th August 2026 Just before the House of Commons rose for summer recess, Richard took part in a Westminster Hall debate on improving financial inclusion for young people... Westminster News
Kemi sets out how she is recruiting serious people with real-world experience 2nd August 2026 Earlier this year, Kemi Badenoch wrote a piece on The Telegraph entitled 'This Z-list Labour Parliament is everything that’s wrong with British politics'... Westminster News
Kemi's thoughts on Andy Burnham 26th July 2026 Kemi released a statement last week following Andy Burnham's arrival in Downing Street, which can be read below. Commenting on her words, Richard said: I agree... Westminster News
John Healey - the compromise Chancellor but the “honeymoon” didn’t last long. Richard's advice to him. 21st July 2026 This week, Richard, as Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, commented on the appointment of John Healey as the new Chancellor of the Exchequer and Andy... Westminster News