Peter very much believes that having a job is the best tool for improving social mobility, but for many, particularly those with disabilities, it’s not as simple as clocking in and out every day.
Since the current Government took office, youth unemployment continues to rise, and for many young people things like home ownership, a healthy savings account and being able to stand on your own two feet, feels out of reach.That's why, on the floor of the House of Commons, Peter raised the vital ne
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
Today, Peter introduced a bill in parliament which, if passed, would force the Government to give local residents the final say on any local government reorganisation plans.Under the plans, Leicester City Council has proposed expanding its boundaries and takin
More people are being diagnosed with cancer, so it’s important, more than ever, that those living with this terrible disease have access to the tailored support they need.That’s why ahead of World Cancer Day, in Parliament, Peter joined the APPG for Cancer to discuss what more can be done to improve
Today, Peter hosted the Institute of Hospitality’s annual reception in Parliament and joined representatives from across Britain to discuss how we can better support the hospitality sector. Many businesses in the industry are suffering under the current Labour Government that has hiked taxes co
Today, Peter was honoured to make his first appearance at the Despatch Box on the floor of the House of Commons.He used the opportunity to ask the Government what they’re doing to support young people, and those with disabilities into work, because currently they are being let down by bureaucracy an
The DWP claims to ‘invest in skills, yet they’ve recently cut nearly a third of the apprenticeships they offer, while at the same time increasing the number of work visas they offer to foreign nationals.
So in his role on the Work and Pensions Committee, Peter asked them what they are doing to deli
Earlier this week, in his capacity as a member of the Work & Pensions Select Committee, Peter took part in the pre-appointment hearing for the new Chair of The Pensions Regulator (TPR).
Pensions adequacy is one of the most important long term policy areas facing the country; it is essential tha
Last night in Parliament, Peter voted against Labour’s shocking plan to scrap jury trials for certain offences.Jury trials have been a cornerstone of British society for centuries, preventing miscarriages of justice and safeguarding against tyrannical state overreach. But with jury trails scrap
