MP says sovereignty non-negotiable Responding to the news that the EU and UK are continuing to negotiate over a possible trade deal, John said, “A trade deal is for keeps, not just for Christmas. While understanding both sides are going the extra mile, I commend the Prime Minister for not compromising on our sovereignty...
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John Baron MP welcomes £600 million to upgrade hospitals
MP highlights funding for local hospitals The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP, has announced that £600 million has been allocated to upgrade and refurbish hospitals across England. This will be used to tackle critical maintenance work, refurbish wards, install brand-new electrics, improve fire safety and upgrade...
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John Baron MP presses Government on EU Negotiations
MP says deal must respect national interests Today in the House of Commons, the Paymaster General, Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt MP, gave a Statement following the meeting between the Prime Minister and EU Commission President last night. In the Chamber, John asked, “I welcome that the negotiations are ongoing, and we all want a...
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John Baron MP questions Government on Northern Ireland Protocol
MP: Unacceptable for the UK to match future EU regulations as part of wider trade deal Today the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Rt Hon Michael Gove MP, gave a Statement updating the Commons on the Withdrawal Agreement. This follows on from an agreement between the UK and EU yesterday on how the...
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John Baron MP welcomes review of gambling laws
MP says Government will protect customers from gambling harms The Government is launching a review of the gambling laws, to ensure they are right for the digital age. Whilst millions gamble responsibly, the Gambling Act 2005 may no longer be sufficient to regulate an industry which has evolved quickly in recent years. This major...
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John Baron MP welcomes start of local vaccinations
MP encourages everyone to get vaccine when contacted The Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) began its local vaccination programme against the coronavirus this morning. People aged 80 and over, as well as care home workers and NHS workers at higher risk, will be first to receive the jab. The Joint Committee...
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John Baron MP says Prime Minister is right to defend sovereignty in EU talks
MP: No deal is better than a bad deal The EU negotiations are entering their endgame, but it is clear that major differences remain on fisheries, on the so-called ‘level playing field’ and on the governance of the arrangements, especially as regards the remit of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in the UK....
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John Baron MP highlights extension of retail opening hours
MP welcomes sensible decision Following the restrictions on non-essential retail in November, the Government is temporarily relaxing shop opening hours from Monday to Saturday. Although there are no national restrictions on retail opening hours on these days, there can be local planning restrictions. The Government has made clear that local planning authorities should ensure...
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John Baron highlights live animal export consultation
MP encourages everyone to make submissions Today the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Rt Hon George Eustice MP, is launching an eight-week consultation on ending the live export of animals for slaughter. This Britain has been unable to do under EU rules, and the Government is taking this step in...
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John Baron MP highlights testing and guidance for care home visits
MP: Human contact is also important for residents From today, new guidance and testing will allow care home residents, in all tiers, to see their families again over the Christmas period. Due to increases in testing capacity, over a million tests can be sent out to providers over the next month, allowing friends and...
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