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Peter once again calls on the Government to lower energy bills

Because of the Government’s reluctance to use traditional sources of fuel, driven by Ed Miliband’s hugely expensive net-zero crusade, residents across Mid Leicestershire are seeing their energy bills skyrocket. That’s why on the floor of the House of Commons, Peter asked when they plan to resol

Peter chats to local residents on the doorsteps

Peter was out and out in Mid Leicestershire today surveying locals residents on the doorsteps.Peter said:There was loads of fantastic and supportive doorstep conversations today, and it was great to meet so many local residents.I'm already looking forward to the next campaigning session.

Peter sits down with a Mid Leicestershire constituent

Today, Peter met Mid Leicestershire constituent and entrepreneur Rutendo to discuss how to better support disabled people into meaningful, well-paid employment. They also discusses some of systemic challenges that disabled entrepreneurs face, and how to best tackle these issues.Following the me

Peter to hold debate in Parliament on local government reorganisation

Recently, Peter joined his Conservative Colleagues, and fellow MPs, Alicia Kearns and Neil O'Brien, to deliver a petition with more than 12,000 signatures to Leicester City Mayor, Sir Peter Soulsby, against a 'land grab' of rural Leicestershire.Tomorrow, Peter is leading a debate in Parliament where

Peter signs the Armed Forces Covenant

Peter  was delighted to add his signature to the Armed Forces Covenant today, alongside leader of Blaby District Council, Cllr Ben Taylor, Chief Executive, Julia Smith and Alberto Costa MP. The Covenant is a promise to the armed forces community that they should not face any disadvantage d

Peter opens the annual 'Freeze your Bits and Bobs off' charity walk

Today, Peter cut the ribbon to officially start this year’s 'Freeze your bits and bobs off' charity walk in Bradgate Park, organised by Bradgate Rotary Club.Joining hundreds of local residents, the walk raised vital money for Breast Cancer Now & PROSTaid. 

Peter Saturday Surgery in Birstall

Today, Peter held one of his regular constituency surgeries in Birstall. He discussed a range of issues with constituents, from local transportation to environmental concerns, and the Government's proposals to scrap jury trials. If you are a Mid Leicestershire resident and there's an issue