NATO: The Year Ahead Monday, 18 November, 2024 With a change in leadership in the United States, Russia’s ongoing illegal invasion of Ukraine and the growing conflict in the Middle East, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly continues to provide the democratic underpinning of the wider NATO alliance. Whilst in government, I had the honour to lead the UK’s delegation to the NATO assembly but, following the outcome of the UK general election, that... Opinions
Alec takes part in shale gas debate 1st November 2018 Alec recently met a representative from the local residents’ action group in Allerton Bywater and committed to regular meetings with the committee of the group... Local News
Alec raises questions over Spofforth Hill development in Parliament 11th October 2018 During Question Time in the House of Commons, Alec asked for a Ministerial Statement on the conduct of local planning authorities in relation to the... Local News
Alec raises train pressure at Woodlesford in Parliament 11th October 2018 WATCH: Alec Shelbrooke raises the concerns of Woodlesford commuters during Transport Question Time in the House of Commons: Local News
Great Yorkshire devolution deal is best for West Yorkshire 11th October 2018 Alec recently gave the following comment to the press regarding his views on a devolution deal for our region: “I have maintained throughout this debate that... Local News
Council raises Council incompetence over housing numbers 5th July 2018 On Wednesday 4th July 2018, Alec took part in a Westminster Hall debate on the role of local councils in setting housing targets. In the debate, and in advance... Local News
Boston Spa granted its academy order 7th June 2018 Statement by Alec Shelbrooke MP, Thursday 6th June 2018. “My colleague Lord Agnew has agreed to grant Boston Spa High School its academy order. This means... Local News
Alec slams Network Rail for failures at Garforth, Micklefield & Woodlesford 6th June 2018 In a House of Commons debate on rail timetabling, Alec shared his frustration with Network Rail’s failures at Garforth, Micklefield and Woodlesford railway... Local News
Statement on chemical weapon use in Syria 18th April 2018 Alec has supported the following statement by the Prime Minister, Rt Hon. Theresa May. Saturday 14th April 2018. Last night British, French and American armed... Local News
Alec speaks against anti-Semitism in Labour Party 18th April 2018 Alec attended the #EnoughIsEnough rally organised by the Board of Deputies of British Jews and the Jewish Leadership Council in Parliament Square on Monday 26th... Local News
4 ways we’re expanding UK animal rights 29th September 2019 As we leave the European Union and get Brexit done, we will not only maintain but enhance animal welfare standards, placing us in a strong position to lead the... National News
8 fantastic fringe events at Conservative Party Conference 29th September 2019 Conservative Party Conference is a fantastic event every year. However, when there are so many events taking place, it can be overwhelming for new attendees.So... National News
Conservative Party Conference 2019: Everything you need to know 29th September 2019 Now that Conservative Party Conference is upon us, we have put together everything you need to know. From the key events and who is attending to where you can... National News
The Prime Minister’s Welcome to Conference 29th September 2019 At Conservative Party Conference on Sunday, Boris Johnson spoke to Party Conference about his vision for Britain. We will get Brexit done, so we can deliver on... National News
UK economic growth continues – record numbers are in full time work 16th September 2019 New figures show that the UK economy continues to grow and wages continue to rise. With more people in full-time jobs than ever before, more people have the... National News
Labour’s Brexit Policy is just chaos and indecision 12th September 2019 Jeremy Corbyn has been calling for a general election for years. Yet he now can’t decide if he wants a general election or not. All we can be sure about is that... National News
