John welcomes measures to tackle HGV driver shortage Wednesday, 15 September, 2021 I have written previously on the issue of the shortage of HGV drivers. This is a widespread problem, affecting not just the UK but countries around the world and is caused by many factors, particularly the impact of COVID-19 on the supply chain. Estimates reported by Transport Insight in 2020, suggested that overall the European road freight industry had a driver shortage of around 400,000 drivers... Westminster News
John questions Minister on opportunites to reskill for the unemployed 13th September 2021 Figures revealed today show that unemployment in the Henley constituency has continued its downward trend. The number of unemployed claimants has fallen by 30... Westminster News
John awards prize for the most handsom heavy horse at Henley Show 12th September 2021 Despite the general problems in the political world – both at home and overseas – Henley showed that life continues with a well-attended Henley Show on Saturdy... Local News
John's reply to CEE Bill Campaigners Open Letter 25th August 2021 Dear CEE Bill campaigners, In responding to the Open Letter to me and other Oxfordshire MPs on the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill (CEE Bill), I would... Opinions
HGV Drivers - Brexit not the issue 25th August 2021 In often simplistic analyses, some are trying to blame the shortage of HGV drivers on Brexit and Brexit alone. This is without any understanding of the deep... Westminster News
Afghanistan 23rd August 2021 Parliament was recalled on Wednesday 18th August to debate the current situation in Afghanistan. Although the House was full, I was able to make a contribution... Westminster News
John comments on Serum Institute of India AZ vaccines 19th July 2021 I am aware of the problem between the EU and the Serum Institute of India and provide here an up-date of my understanding of the situation. The vaccine produced... Westminster News
National Environment Investment Readiness Fund awards made 14th July 2021 A pioneering new fund, the Natural Environment Investment Readiness Fund, has awarded funding to 27 projects. These project are designed to drive private... Westminster News
John comments on lifting of COVID Restrictions 14th July 2021 There are, perhaps inevitably, a wide range of views on the final stage of lifting COVID 19 restrictions on 19th July. I know that some people cannot wait for... Opinions
John meets with local CAFOD representatives 8th July 2021 In response to a call from the Pope three parishes in the Henley Constituency joined forces to meet with John to discuss issues relating to foreign aid, the... Local News
