Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
LabourMP for Wycombe
“Today, I wish to update the House on the decisive action we are taking to secure the long-term future of Dartmoor's iconic pony populations through a package of new protections and financial support.…”
“Today I am announcing the appointment of Dr Sandie Okoro OBE as Chair of the independent, non-statutory inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death of Zane Gbangbola.…”
“Today I can inform the House of the publication of a White Paper which outlines this government’s vision to support a thriving, modern veterinary sector through reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 (VSA).…”
“My honourable Friend the Member for Portsmouth South (Stephen Morgan), the new farming and food Minister, and I published our new farming road map, which is the first ever long-term strategy for farming. It sets out a vision for a more prod…”
“I shall be making an Oral Statement on this subject later today.…”
“With permission, I will make a statement on the Government’s farming road map, which the Farming Minister—my honourable Friend the Member for Portsmouth South (Stephen Morgan)—and I have published today. This 25-year farming road map is the…”
“The UK has a leading role to play in supporting global efforts to tackle deforestation. Implementing an updated regime across the UK is critical to strengthen environmental protections, grow trade in sustainably produced commodities, and co…”
“I shall be making an Oral Statement on this subject later today.…”
“Before I begin, let me say that this is a solemn day, as we remember our dear friend and colleague Jo Cox—I got to know her when we were living in Brussels in our 20s. I pay tribute to her formidable sister and their family for all their vi…”
“This Government are taking decisive action to support farmers with rising fuel costs. We have cut red diesel fuel duty to its lowest level in 20 years, reducing rates by a third, and we have asked the Competition and Markets Authority to en…”
“Further to the Written Statement of 9 March 2026, I am today updating the House on the Government’s work to support business preparation for a future Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement with the European Union. Negotiations continue …”
“As outlined in our manifesto, this Government are committed to bringing an end to the use of snare traps. We set out this commitment in our animal welfare strategy, and are actively looking to bring a ban on snares into force as quickly as …”
“Today I am laying before Parliament this Government’s first Land Use Framework for England; setting out a vision for how we can best use land.…”
“This Government has committed to building 1.5 million homes and fast-tracking 150 major planning decisions this Parliament – these are essential for growth, communities, cleaner energy and better transport links.…”
“The Government and the European Commission agreed in May 2025 to pursue a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary Agreement that will make it easier, cheaper and quicker to move food, plants, animals, and related goods across our borders.…”
“British agriculture employs hundreds of thousands of people, sustains rural communities, shapes the countryside, and contributes billions to our economy.…”
“This Labour Government are working in close partnership with farmers to strengthen productivity, resilience and long-term food security. In recent weeks, we have published Baroness Batters’ farming profitability review, allocated £30 millio…”
“With permission, Madam Deputy Speaker, I would like to make a statement on the publication of the Government’s water White Paper, “A New Vision for Water”. The paper sets out once-in-a-generation reforms, putting consumers and the environme…”
“Today I am announcing the launch of this Government’s Water White Paper: A New Vision for Water.…”
“Farmers are at the heart of our national life – for what they produce, the communities they sustain, and the landscapes and heritage they protect.…”
“We are a nation of animal lovers. People across the country care deeply for animals. The UK has a proud history of being pioneers when it comes to ensuring the very best for them. This Government is committed to safeguarding the welfare of …”
“A strong domestic farming sector is, and always will be, a lynchpin for national security.…”
“We are a country that cares deeply for animals, and we have a proud history of being pioneers when it comes to ensuring the very best for them. We had the world’s first known animal welfare law in 1822, and produced animal welfare pioneers …”
“As this House knows, Baroness Batters is a long-standing champion of British farming. Today, the Government have published her independent farming profitability review 2025, which we commissioned earlier this year. We will set out a more de…”
“Today I am laying the Environmental Improvement Plan 2025 (EIP) in Parliament. This sets out a roadmap for improving the natural environment. It explains how this government will protect and restore our iconic places and wildlife, boost bio…”
“I am a Buckinghamshire Member, Mr Speaker, but there we go. The Government are delivering our manifesto commitments to improve access to nature and deliver three national forests. We recently announced that the second national forest will b…”
“The integrity and resilience of the UK’s financial system are fundamental to our country’s prosperity and security. A strong financial system supports jobs, businesses, and families up and down the country, and helps make Britain a safer an…”
“With permission, Mr Speaker, I shall update the House on the content of the Leeds reforms. The reforms encompass the Government’s financial services growth and competitiveness strategy, which is our 10-year plan for financial services. This…”
“Kick-starting economic growth in every region and nation is the No. 1 mission of our Government. As part of our new infrastructure strategy, we have allocated £725 billion to building and rebuilding bridges, roads, schools and hospitals acr…”
“Today marks the launch of the London Coalition on Sustainable Sovereign Debt. The Coalition, convened by the Sustainable Sovereign Debt Hub and funded by CIFF (The Children’s investment Fund Foundation), will bring together private sector s…”
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