Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian warning food prices will soar as government introduce fertiliser tax Thursday, 4 June, 2026 Every household in the country will see their weekly food bill rise further because of this government’s latest attack on our farmers. From January a hefty carbon tax will apply to sectors importing “carbon intensive goods” such as fertiliser, steel and iron. It will see the cost of fertiliser rise by up to £100 a tonne. It is something I have been campaigning against and will keep calling for... Articles
Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian calling for protective clothing for all prison officers 8th April 2026 With the incidents of violence against prison staff reaching an all-time high (assaults almost trebling in the last decade) I brought a debate in Parliament... Articles
Three Tatton businesses make it to regional finals of Rural Oscars - vote now! 17th March 2026 Three Tatton businesses have been named as northern finalists in the 2026 “Rural Oscars”. The prestigious Countryside Alliance Awards is now in its 19th year... Articles
Tatton MP Esther McVey welcomes support for homes using oil heating but warns government must go further 16th March 2026 Tatton MP Esther McVey has “cautiously” welcomed extra support for households heated by oil hit by huge hikes due to the Middle East conflict - days after she... Articles
Esther McVey MP accuses energy providers of cashing in on Middle East conflict as oil heating prices soar for residents 13th March 2026 Tatton MP Esther McVey is demanding action to end the “blatant profiteering” by some energy suppliers cashing in on instability in the Middle East. The price of... Articles
Tatton MP Esther McVey writes for the Knutsford Guardian fearing for the future of businesses 10th March 2026 Towns and high streets across Tatton are full of amazing businesses. They have shown incredible resilience over the last few years (especially through lockdown)... Articles
Tatton MP Esther McVey meets with Lymm Jubilee WI in Westminster 9th March 2026 Members of Lymm Jubilee WI enjoyed a day out in Parliament this month to co-inside with International Women’s Day. Tatton MP Esther McVey invited the 20-strong... Articles
Esther McVey MP calls on government to support pupils from Alderley Edge School for Girls after closure announcement 2nd March 2026 Esther McVey has demanded government set out what it will do to support hundreds of pupils at Alderley Edge Girls School when it closes in the summer. Ms McVey... Articles
Esther McVey MP tries to introduce law to ensure halal and kosher meat is labelled clearly 24th February 2026 Tatton MP Esther McVey is attempting to introduce a law which would mean Halal and Kosher meat is clearly labelled at the point of sale. Ms McVey said the... Articles
Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian warning proposed changes to GP funding formula will hit the area 24th February 2026 Concerned Tatton GPs asked me to raise the issue of 'funding for rural GP practices' in Parliament, which I did, as it hugely impacts them. The government wants... Articles
We’re ending low pay in work 3rd October 2019 People’s hard work and talents should be rewarded fairly. That has long been a key principle of Conservative government.We have made huge strides in the last... National News
This was what the Prime Minister said live at Conference 2nd October 2019 It’s great to be here in Manchester at the best attended conference for years, and I gather there was quite a lively mood last night in the hotel bars.And I... National News
Why we're ending Automatic Early Release for violent & sexual offenders 1st October 2019 The worst offenders should serve most of their sentence in prison. They should not be released after serving just half of their sentence automatically. National News
We’re signing the Armed Forces Covenant 1st October 2019 Veterans risked their lives for our country to keep us safe and protect the values we hold so dear. The Conservative Party stands behind our Armed Forces. National News
Why we’re implementing Magnitsky’s Law 1st October 2019 Once we have left the EU we will implement the ‘Magnitsky’ provisions of the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. That way, those responsible for human... National News
