Statement by Alec Shelbrooke MP, 30th June 2016
Government is a serious business. We need a strong and serious leader to get the best deal for Britain and I believe that person is Theresa May.
Residents across Elmet & Rothwell need robust, proven leadership to steer us through this period of economic and political uncertainty, and to take on Germany’s Chancellor Merkel in negotiating the best possible terms as we leave the European Union.
Since 2010 I have used my time in the House of Commons to progress issues of social justice: reforming welfare, improving dementia services and advancing opportunities for young people based on their ability, not their background.
These values – true to the Conservative Party’s proud philosophical tradition of One Nation conservatism – are values on which Theresa has a proven record. But as Home Secretary she has also shown real fortitude: exposing police corruption; tackling modern slavery; standing up to the United States in blocking the extradition of Gary McKinnon; and flying to Jordon to negotiate the successful deportation of Abu Qatada from Britain.
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