Asbestos in schools

The safety of pupils and staff is of paramount importance to the Department for Education (DfE). Ministers are committed to supporting local authorities, schools and academy trusts to meet their obligation to manage asbestos safely. The Health and Safety Executive’s expert advice recommends that if asbestos is unlikely to be Read more…

Violence in Gaza

I agree with concerns about the deaths and injuries in Gaza – the violence is shocking and tragic. Israel has a legitimate right to defend itself, however the number of those killed and injured demonstrates that we desperately need Israel to show greater restraint. I believe there is an urgent Read more…

Matt Warman MP welcomes £408,000 Government funding to boost skills and regeneration in Lincolnshire’s coastal communities

Matt Warman, MP for Boston and Skegness, has welcomed the Government’s announcement of £408,000 for projects across Lincolnshire’s coastal communities under the Coastal Communities Fund and Coastal Revival Fund. The announcement sees £370,000 in funding to provide career and skills development to help future-proof the coastal tourism sector in Lincolnshire, Read more…

Dementia care

Dementia is a priority for the Government. In 2015, the Challenge on Dementia 2020 was launched and I know that the Government remains committed to delivering this. This sets out the vision for dementia care, support, awareness, and research to be transformed by 2020. I fully support the ambition to Read more…

Universal Credit

Universal Credit (UC) is the biggest and most fundamental reform to the welfare state since its creation. It is a modern benefit based on the sound principles that work should always pay and those who need support receive it. It is also fair to taxpayers. In 2010, the welfare bill cost Read more…