Labour's Missions - Borrow, Overspend, Tax and Reduce Economic Growth Saturday, 30 November, 2024 There are three significant political events taking place over eight days from 30 October. I have already voted for Kemi Badenoch in the Conservative Party leadership contest. The winner will be announced on Saturday 2 November. Whoever wins, after such a large defeat at the general election, the work can then start in earnest to rebuild the party and hold the government to account. Articles
A Pragmatic Approach towards Net Zero 27th September 2023 The UK is a world leader on reducing carbon emissions that are causing global warming. We are on course to reach Net Zero by 2050 and have over-delivered on our... Articles
Henry Smith MP calls on Crawley to celebrate UK Parliament Week 2023 27th September 2023 Henry Smith MP is inviting everyone in Crawley to get involved in UK Parliament Week, an annual event spreading the word about what Parliament is, what it does... Local News
Henry Smith MP welcomes Record Cost of Living Support for the most vulnerable in Crawley as next payment dates announced 25th September 2023 · Countries around the world are facing high inflation driven by Putin’s illegal war, so families around the UK need support with these financial pressures. ·... Local News
Henry Smith MP's Call for 'Buy British' Section on Supermarket Shelves gets Government Support 22nd September 2023 Henry Smith MP has hailed the announcement from the Government on Back British Farming Day (Wednesday, 13th September) that it is now supporting a ‘Buy British’... Westminster News
Welcoming the Online Safety Bill 20th September 2023 It is well-known that it is challenging for legislation to keep up with changes in technology. The internet has a wealth of knowledge but there are dangers, and... Articles
Action on Nitrous Oxide Canisters 13th September 2023 Earlier this year, the Crawley Borough Council Conservative group of councillors, brought forward a motion to the February Full Council meeting, seeking support... Articles
Henry Smith MP leads Commons Debate calling for Duty-Free Shopping on Arrival to boost Crawley, Gatwick and UK Aviation 8th September 2023 Henry Smith MP has led a House of Commons Adjournment Debate (on Wednesday, 6th September) calling for the Government to provide a boost for the aviation... Westminster News
Our Enduring Monarchy 6th September 2023 This Friday will mark the first anniversary of the death of her late majesty Queen Elizabeth II, which of course also means the first anniversary of the... Articles
Henry Smith MP secures Commons Debate on Duty-Free Shopping on Arrival to support Aviation Sector 30th August 2023 Henry Smith MP has secured a House of Commons debate where he will call for the Government to introduce duty-free shopping on arrival at airports, international... Articles
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications 21st April 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications – and will provide support for millions of businesses and employees across the UK. National News
Why we’re extending the Coronavirus lockdown 17th April 2020 The Government announced that the social distancing measures currently in place to tackle the coronavirus will continue for at least the next three weeks. National News
Our £750 million support package for charities during the Coronavirus outbreak 9th April 2020 This Government’s announced an unprecedented £750 million package of support for charities – ensuring they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus... National News
Business Secretary Alok Sharma: we'll tackle Coronavirus together 6th April 2020 The Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, wrote for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic. National News
Read the Queen's Coronavirus address in full 6th April 2020 The Queen speaks to the nation about the challenges we are facing as a country in the weeks ahead. National News
Boris Johnson invites Party leaders to come together to tackle Coronavirus 4th April 2020 Boris Johnson has written to all leaders of opposition parties to invite them to work together at this moment of national emergency. National News
