John Whitby MP
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I spoke to BBC Radio 5 Live about the Governmentās changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief. Food security is national security, and these changes will help protect family farms across Derbyshire Dales. You can listen to the interview here š
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8 days ago
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What an absolute honour to be asked to take part in Cromford Millsā Christmas Carol Service. Mince pies, mulled wine, carols and community - what a lovely start to the festive season.
9 days ago
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Very proud to present Derbyshire Dalesā winning Christmas Card to the Speaker of the House of Commons. Congratulations to Alice, age 10, from Fitzherbert CofE Primary School for her āChristmas in the countrysideā design. Thank you to all the school children who took part. Merry Christmas everyone!
9 days ago
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What I've been doing for children in social care š¶
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My Statement on Changes to Agricultural Property Relief šš»
10 days ago
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Another busy week....
11 days ago
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Our incredible Posties have been working hard delivering letters and parcels being sent before Christmas. I visited Hatton Delivery Office to say a thank you to those in the sorting office, and for the work they do to ensure that we get cards and gifts in time for Christmas Day.
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12 days ago
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In November, I asked @leicesterliz to introduce measures to prevent children from viewing nude images. I am therefore pleased that the Government has committed to make it impossible for children to send nude images, and will ban ānudification toolsā.
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UK to ban deepfake AI 'nudification' apps
A new offence looks to build on existing rules outlawing sexually explicit deepfakes and intimate image abuse.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq8dp2y0z7wo
14 days ago
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(1/4) Today, Minette Batters, the former President of the NFU, published her review into the profitability of farming. The Review makes clear that we must do more to protect our hard-working farmers, with costs for farmers rising by more than 30% since 2020.
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Reynolds: Farmers central to Britainās food security, rural economy and countryside
New Board will put farming at the heart of government decision making and back growth for British farmers
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/reynolds-farmers-central-to-britains-food-security-rural-economy-and-countryside
14 days ago
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This week, I hosted the Campaign for National Parksā New Perspectives Event in Parliament. I am glad to be working with the @Campaign4Parks to ensure that young people help shape our National Parks and to ensure they become greener, wilder and more accessible than ever.
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šØBREAKING: The Government has just announced that it will provide an additional Ā£160.6 million of funding for Derbyshire County Council. Labour is ending Tory austerity and providing a 22% increase in funding - if Reform still canāt deliver, they can only blame themselves.
15 days ago
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Today,
@linseyfarnsworthmp.bsky.social
asked the Prime Minister about Reform's decision to close care homes, including The Leys in Ashbourne, leaving staff facing job reductions before Christmas. I urge the Council to reconsider these cuts and to ensure residents continue to get the care they need.
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16 days ago
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Ashgate Hospice provides vital end-of-life support for loved ones in Derbyshire Dales. Today, I urged the local ICB to provide the funding needed to keep these services going, and I welcome the Minister's offer to broker a discussion on funding between the ICB and Ashgate.
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16 days ago
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A few examples of how I've helped people recently...
21 days ago
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This morning I spoke to BBC Radio Derby about my decision, last week, to abstain on Resolution 50 to the Budget. As a Labour MP, I believe in progressive taxation. But progressive taxation means taxing those who can afford to pay, not those already struggling to pay the bills.
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22 days ago
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Reform is promising to lift the moratorium on fracking. This could lead to increased earthquakes, threaten our unique natural landscapes, and undermine our ability to tackle the climate emergency. We must protect our rural environment and have a complete ban on fracking.
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23 days ago
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The removal of the second morning train between Matlock and Derby will make it harder for residents to commute to Derby and nearby towns for work, leisure and education. Today, in Parliament, I urged East Midlands Railway to ensure that the second morning train continues to run.
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23 days ago
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Today we are voting on the Railways Bill, which will create Great British Railways (GBR). GBR will ensure that our trains are run in the interest of you, the passengers. The headquarters of GBR will be based in Derby, bringing new jobs and investment to our region.
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24 days ago
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The Government is returning £2.3 billion to the BCSSS investment reserve. As a result, 156 ex-mineworkers in Derbyshire Dales will see a weekly uplift of £100 to their pensions. I called on the Government to deliver this and I'm proud to see this historic injustice ended.
28 days ago
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What Iāve been doing to protect our natural worldš±
29 days ago
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(1/2) Yesterday I spoke in favour of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, which will protect and support our most vulnerable children. The Bill will, among other things: š« Help address SEND pressures by enabling local authorities to build and run new schools
about 1 month ago
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about 1 month ago
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To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of National Tree Week, my team and I helped plant tree saplings at Mount Cook Adventure Centre. This Governmentās progress towards a future filled with trees: š· Ā£1 billion investment in trees over this Parliament š· Over 10 million trees planted in 2024/25
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It was fantastic to meet such enthusiastic pupils at Middleton Community Primary School during UK Parliament week. The pupils asked lots of thoughtful and challenging questions - everything from how laws are made, to my favourite ice cream flavour! We may have some future MPs!
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I am pleased to have been elected Vice-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Net Zero. I look forward to using my role to ensure that we support Net Zero industries across Derbyshire Dales, safeguard our environment, and create a better world for future generations.
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1/3 This week marks 25 years since the Countryside and Rights of Way Act was passed by the last Labour Government. This landmark Act gave all of us the right to walk, climb, run and sightsee on open land across Britain, cont.....
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(1/2) All of us should be able to access good end-of-life and palliative care. The Conservatives left our hospices desperately underfunded and facing massive real-terms pay cuts. I am proud that Labour has already announced £100 million in additional capital funding for hospices, but I know that
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Cromford Mills was the first water-powered cotton spinning mill and, alongside other sites in Derbyshire, the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Today, I urged the Government to provide the support needed to secure its future.
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Westminster Hall
https://parliamentlive.tv/event/index/1bc28ba7-77a2-48a7-9279-212eefc41c4f?in=10:27:31
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(1/1) It was fantastic to visit the @RSPCA_Officialās drop-in in aid of their campaign to encourage everyone in my constituency to
#BeAKindSpark
and Help Quieten the Noise by: * attending organised firework events rather than having your own * using low-noise fireworks
about 2 months ago
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Thank you to everyone who took the time to come to my constituency surgery in Ashbourne. Itās a genuine privilege to meet constituents and help with matters that matter to them. If youād like to come along to this monthās surgery in Hilton, please get in touch.
about 2 months ago
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(1/2) Rural crime continues to blight communities across Derbyshire Dales, with local farmers like Jane Basset having had her farm broken into and hundreds of pounds of specialised equipment stolen. Today I asked the Solicitor General what steps the Government is taking to
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about 2 months ago
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What I've been up to recentlyš
about 2 months ago
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Before heading to COP30, the Prime Minister met with me to discuss issues impacting farmers across Derbyshire Dales and to talk about the Governmentās ongoing work to tackle the climate crisis.
about 2 months ago
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Today, I visited Springfield Farm with Minister Eagle MP, Minister for farming, to discuss rural issues such as Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), TB, Climate and APR.
about 2 months ago
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Today, I visited Springfield Farm with Minister Eagle MP, Minister for farming, to discuss rural issues such as Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), TB, Climate and APR.
about 2 months ago
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Not everyone thinks about how fireworks can affect people, pets, horses, livestock and wildlife. Iām supporting @RSPCA_Official campaign to encourage everyone in my constituency to
#BeAKindSpark
and Help Quieten the Noise by: ⢠considering attending an organised firework event
about 2 months ago
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about 2 months ago
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Today, my colleague and fellow Labour Rural Research Group (LRRG) member, David Smith MP, asked the Government about its changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief.
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about 2 months ago
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I was grateful to meet with the Stone Federation to discuss the importance of British natural stone in creating sustainable housing. Quarries and the stone sector play a vital role in our local economy, and I will continue to use my voice to ensure these industries are represented in Parliament.
about 2 months ago
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From opening the new Bakewell Banking Hub, to raising rural voices at Chatsworth Country Fair, to discussing NHS access and border security, itās been a packed couple of weeks across Derbyshire Dales and Westminster.
4 months ago
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Last week was about meeting community groups, working with organisations to protect our heritage, supporting older residents, and protecting our environment:š
5 months ago
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Itās always an honour helping my constituents with solving the issues that affect them. Here are some of the wins Iāve secured recently.
5 months ago
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From celebrating local award winners and meeting new childcare providers to listening to farmers, community groups and local leaders, last week was all about championing Derbyshire Dales and tackling the issues that matter most to you. Here's some of what I was up to š
5 months ago
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It was great to be in Bradwell last week to celebrate over 200 years of tradition at the Bradwell Well Dressing, meet with the Parish Council, and hold a constituency surgery.
#Bradwell
#DerbyshireDales
#CommunityTraditions
#RuralVoices
#PeakDistrictHeritage
5 months ago
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From canal trips and community campaigns to school visits and local surgeries, last week was all about championing local voices and supporting what matters most in Derbyshire Dales. Hereās some of what I was up to š
5 months ago
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From speaking up for childrenās early years in Parliament to meeting young farmers, charities, and community groups across Derbyshire Dales, last week was all about listening to local voices and standing up for those working hard to support others. Here's some of what I was up to š
5 months ago
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I'm really pleased to share that Ashgate Hospice, Blythe House, and Treetops Hospice, all of which support residents here in Derbyshire Dales, will receive a share of £75 million in Government funding.
#DerbyshireDales
#HospiceCare
#AshgateHospice
#TreetopsHospice
#BlytheHouse
#NHS
#PalliativeCare
5 months ago
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