Category: News & Articles
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December 12, 2022
Julian meets City Cruises to discuss York’s tourism sector
As part of our city’s recovery from the pandemic, Julian has met with many businesses and leaders from the hospitality and tourism sector to see how the industry is bouncing back. For his latest visit, Julian visited City Cruises at their boatyard under Lendal Bridge to see how the business had adapted in 2022. While […] -
December 9, 2022
Cold weather payments triggered in York Outer
Cold Weather Payments in York Outer have been triggered for the period December 7 to December 13 in the following postcodes: YO1, YO10, YO19, YO23, YO24, YO26, YO30, YO31, YO32, YO41 and YO60 You will automatically receive £25 if you are on certain benefits. You should receive the payment within 14 working days into the […] -
December 9, 2022
Julian joins Cats Protection’s parliamentary reception to highlight cat welfare issues
Julian attended a reception hosted by the UK’s largest cat charity to find out more about feline welfare issues. The event, held at the House of Commons, was a chance to discuss ways to improve the lives of cats and their owners, from cat microchipping to enabling more people in rented housing to own pet […] -
December 8, 2022
Julian re-elected Chair of All Party Parliamentary Group on Antibiotics
Julian is delighted to have been re-elected as Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Antibiotics this week. The APPG aims to raise the profile of antibiotic resistance, the need to preserve antibiotics through greater education on their appropriate use including non-human use, the lack of new treatments for bacterial infections, along with boosting […] -
December 7, 2022
Julian backs Access to Cash amendment to the Financial Services and Markets Bill
This evening, Julian supported a backbench amendment to the Financial Services and Markets Bill which seeks to enshrine the right to free access to cash in law. Julian was one of the original signatories to Siobhan McDonagh MP’s amendment which helped ensure it was selected for a vote today. The amendment aimed to protect people […] -
December 7, 2022
Julian backs Guide Dogs’ Open Doors campaign
Julian has pledged his support to all people living with vision impairment through Guide Dogs’ Open Doors campaign. Several constituents had written to Julian expressing their concern that reportedly 73%-81% of guide dog owners have been refused access to businesses and services in the past 12 months for having their dog with them; a statistic […] -
December 3, 2022
Julian visits Pattacakes bakery as part of Small Business Saturday
Today sees the return of Small Business Saturday which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Julian was once again delighted to support this great initiative by visiting an assortment of small businesses within the constituency. He regularly meets and engages with local businesses to learn more about the vital work they do, which helps inform […] -
December 3, 2022
Julian visits Naburn Village Shop as part of Small Business Saturday
Today sees the return of Small Business Saturday which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Julian was once again delighted to support this great initiative by visiting an assortment of small businesses within the constituency. He regularly meets and engages with local businesses to learn more about the vital work they do, which helps inform […] -
December 1, 2022
Julian supports David Davis’ lobbying efforts on Albanian migrants
Julian joined 49 Conservative MPs in backing David Davis’ letter to the Prime Minister proposing a solution to the issue of Albanian migrants illegally crossing the English Channel. He believes the Government need to take strong action to return Albanian migrants swiftly as they make a mockery of genuine asylum seekers and undermine our immigration […] -
November 30, 2022
York Press column: We need a plan to fight cancer
While I usually try to keep my fortnightly columns about positive local news, sometimes it is impossible to avoid commenting about the big issues facing our society. In fact, if it can bring much needed awareness and ultimately do some good then all the more reason to occasionally depart for celebrating big wins for York. […]
