Prime Minister announces major increase in defence spending Tuesday, 23 April, 2024 Today, the Prime Minister announced that the Government will increase defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP by 2030, totalling an extra £75 billion over the next six years. The last few years have been some of the most turbulent in recent history, with a global pandemic and war in Ukraine and the Middle East putting the international system under incredible strain. In the face of this, the... Westminster News
September in Review 19th October 2022 This month sadly saw the passing of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was not only our country's longest serving monarch but probably the most... Local News
Julian visits P J Wiseman Ltd 10th October 2022 Julian visited P J Wiseman Ltd a family businesses based in Cross Hills, which is a tool supply company. Julian spoke with the Director, Gemma Harling, and P J... Local News
Julian visits the YHA Malham 10th October 2022 Julian visited the YHA Malham alongside the YHA Chair, Margaret Hart, and the local manager. Julian said following the visit, ‘well worth a stay – great rooms... Local News
Julian visits the launch of the Access the Dales wheelchair hub 6th October 2022 Julian visited the launch of the Access the Dales new electric wheelchair hub which was hosted at The Lister Arms in Malham. Access the Dales was founded by... Local News
Julian welcomes plan to help cut energy bills for businesses 22nd September 2022 This week the government has announced a new scheme to cut energy prices for non-domestic energy customers such as businesses, charities and public sector... Local News
Julian swears oath of allegiance 22nd September 2022 This week Parliament returned after the period of mourning following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Julian was honoured to swear allegiance to... Westminster News
Julian visits agricultural shows 22nd September 2022 Recently Julian visited agricultural shows in the constituency. Julian visited a range of the trade stands at the Kilnsey Show, sampling a variety of local... Local News
Rt Hon Julian Smith CBE MP Statement following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 8th September 2022 I am deeply sad that Elizabeth II has died. She was not only our country's longest serving monarch but probably the most consequential - leading us carefully... Opinions
July in Review 23rd August 2022 In the run up to the summer recess, it was a busy month in both the Constituency and Westminster. In Boroughbridge, Julian met with a group of lowland, local... Articles