We must Back British Farming! Wednesday, 9 September, 2026 I am very pleased to stand with the NFU in support of Back British Farming Day. It is one of the most lamentable aspects of this Labour government that they have betrayed the votes of those farmers who trusted them to protect their interests as the cultivators of our country. There has been a salvo of bills which have undermined our rural communities, ranging from the Family Farm Tax to the... Westminster News
Sir Edward speaks on illegal settlements 9th July 2026 We must be sensitive of the reality that Israel is surrounded by enemies, and the Jewish people have a right to defend themselves. However, peaceful Palestinian... Speeches in Parliament
Sir Edward encourages the Foreign Secretary to support more investment in defence by cutting welfare spending 9th July 2026 We must address the fact that the world is a very dangerous place geopolitically right now. The foreign secretary needs to be firm and push for compliance with... Speeches in Parliament
Sir Edward supports local campaigner for lung health in Parliament 8th July 2026 I was honoured to welcome my constituent Ron Flewett and promote his campaign to get a proper pathway in Lincolnshire for all lung diseases in addition to... Westminster News
Sir Edward asks whether the incoming Prime Minister will address the issue of youth unemployment 7th July 2026 Has Andy Burnham any new ideas for getting the young into work? You can view my question to the minister here. Speeches in Parliament
Sir Edward urges the Minister for Policing to back old fashioned, tried and tested approaches to policing 6th July 2026 It is great that the Minister for Crime and Policing has agreed to a £100 million grant to Lincolnshire Police, alongside an additional £12 million per year. We... Speeches in Parliament
Sir Edward meets with Lincolnshire NHS ICB regarding John Coupland Hospital Gainsborough. 3rd July 2026 I have just had a productive meeting with the Lincolnshire NHS Integrated Care Board. I sought reassurance on waiting times at A&E Lincoln Hospital and was... Local News
Sir Edward to Prime Minister: Our religion should be one of love 2nd July 2026 While historical misdeeds must be acknowledged and condemned, we should judge individuals by the standards and morality of the time in which they lived. It is... Speeches in Parliament
Sir Edward Encourages Investment in Destroyers and Frigates to Help Keep us Safe 30th June 2026 We must adapt to the changing realities and demands of modern warfare. Our expensive aircraft carriers are increasingly vulnerable to the risk of low-cost drone... Speeches in Parliament
Sir Edward Urges the Lord Chancellor to Protect the Right to Trial by Jury 30th June 2026 We must defend at all costs the ancient right of an individual to be tried by a jury of their peers. When one’s liberty is at stake, they always deserve a fair... Westminster News
