July 21, 2016

Rendition

The UK opposes any form of deprivation of liberty that amounts to placing a detained person outside the protection of the law, including so-called extraordinary rendition. I have been assured that the Government does not participate in, solicit, encourage or condone the use of torture for any purpose, and has

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Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement

Constituents have contacted me about the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the EU and Canada and Early Day Motion (EDM) 165. I am afraid that I have decided not to sign any EDMs, as they are costly to the public purse to administer, and many require a spending commitment

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Trident

I believe it is absolutely vital that we maintain a continuous independent nuclear deterrent as the ultimate guarantee of our national security. The Government has consistently set out the case for maintaining our nuclear deterrent: although no state currently has both the intent and the capability to threaten the independence

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Childhood obesity

I commend Cancer Research UK for campaigning on the issue of childhood obesity. Tackling childhood obesity is a major priority for this Government as it is concerned about the levels of overweight and obese children, and the impact on individual health. The causes of obesity are complex, and can be

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EU Nationals in the UK

It goes without saying that EU nationals make an invaluable contribution to our economy, our society and our daily lives, especially in our constituency of Boston and Skegness. I can assure you that there will be no immediate change in their status in the UK. Similarly the discussions that the

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Air quality and pollution

I understand peoples concerns and certainly appreciate how much of an impact air quality can have on people who suffer from lung conditions. The Government is committed to tackling this problem. While significant improvements have been made in air quality over many years, more needs to be achieved. Over the past

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Air quality and pollution

I understand peoples concerns and certainly appreciate how much of an impact air quality can have on people who suffer from lung conditions. The Government is committed to tackling this problem. While significant improvements have been made in air quality over many years, more needs to be achieved. Over the

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