Government making it even simpler for employers to join the Kickstart Scheme 25th January 2021 More than 120,000 jobs for 16 to 24 year olds have now been created through the government’s flagship Kickstart Scheme, as Richard urges more employers to get... Westminster News
Richard asks Health Secretary about vaccine deployment in care homes with positive Covid cases 22nd January 2021 On Thursday, Richard had the opportunity to ask the Secretary of State for Health, Matt Hancock, about the deployment of vaccinations in care homes. Raising his... Westminster News
Today's consideration of the Trade Bill 19th January 2021 Today, Parliament is considering the Trade Bill. The Bill will be an important element of the independent trade policy the UK will operate now that we have left... Westminster News
Government tackles late payments to small firms to protect jobs 19th January 2021 Richard has welcomed Government plans to reform the Prompt Payment Code (PPC) to help small businesses from delayed invoices and to provide them with further... Westminster News
Richard raises the issue of visa arrangements for UK musicians with multiple instruments touring the EU 19th January 2021 This week, Richard had the opportunity to ask Culture, Media and Sport Minister, Caroline Dinenage MP, about visa arrangements for UK musicians. Following an... Westminster News
Richard welcomes Government plans to tackle violence against women and girls 19th January 2021 The views of women and girls across North East Bedfordshire are being sought to help shape government strategy to tackle violence and abuse. The Government is... Westminster News
New Government scheme to help victims of domestic abuse 18th January 2021 From the 14 January, victims of domestic abuse will be able to access support from local pharmacies in North East Bedfordshire, as part of the Ask for ANI... Westminster News
Richard welcomes landmark reform of mental health laws 13th January 2021 Richard has welcomed today's announcement that people with mental health issues who are detained under the Mental Health Act will benefit from landmark reforms... Westminster News
Public Health Measures for the New Year – Further Restrictions and Vaccine Rollout 6th January 2021 The new public health measures announced this week will further restrict our freedoms to associate and to trade. The government, based on advice from medical... Westminster News
