John comments on the situation in Gaza 31st October 2023 This article sets out my response to a number of issues pertaining to the war between Israel and Hamas. Firstly let me say that the loss of life on both sides... Opinions
John comments on energy security and net zero 8th August 2023 I know that many constituents share my concern on issues around climate change. As such I understand some of the concerns expressed over the decision to agree... Opinions
John's vision for human rights 2nd August 2023 For Europe, Human Rights starts with the European Convention on Human Rights. It has never been more important. They are not obscure, academic rights. They are... Opinions
UK Membership of the European Court of Human Rights 13th February 2023 The suggestion that the UK should leave the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) comes from a number of different sources. First, it is a misplaced view that... Opinions
John comments further on storm overflows and sewage discharge 7th February 2023 Some recent correspondence indicates that there is some misunderstanding on my previous comments about storm overflows and sewage discharges into our rivers. As... Opinions
John comments on the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill 17th January 2023 In January 2022, the Government announced plans to bring forward a Bill to create a more innovative regulatory regime than would have been possible were the UK... Opinions
John comments on the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) 21st December 2022 The ECtHR (the Court) began operation in 1959 and since that time has delivered many thousands of judgments regarding alleged violations of the European... Opinions
John writes on storm discharges 22nd November 2022 I wrote about storm discharges about a year ago and was clear that sewage pollution is not acceptable. My position remains the same and people who say that I... Opinions
John pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 10th September 2022 I join with people from across the world to express my deep sadness at the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She will be sorely missed. My deepest... Opinions