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
Coronavirus: Don't stockpile! 17th March 2020 Updated 15th March 2020, 18:40. For the latest medical advice, visit NHS.uk/Coronavirus. In recent days, none of us will have escaped the headlines describing... Articles
Coronavirus: extension of Statutory Sick Pay and Benefit Measures 17th March 2020 Updated 15th March 2020, 18:40. For the latest medical advice, visit NHS.uk/Coronavirus. In the Budget on Wednesday 11th March, changes to Statutory Sick Pay... Articles
Coronavirus: guidance for employers 17th March 2020 Updated 15th March 2020, 18:40. For the latest medical advice, visit NHS.uk/Coronavirus. 1. Background and scope of guidance This guidance will assist employers... Articles
Coronavirus: Foreign Office Travel Advice 17th March 2020 Updated 15th March 2020, 18:40. For the latest medical advice, visit NHS.uk/Coronavirus. In response to Coronavirus measures, the Foreign and Commonwealth... Articles
Coronavirus: Support for individuals and businesses 17th March 2020 Updated 15th March 2020, 18:40. For the latest medical advice, visit NHS.uk/Coronavirus. In the Budget, Chancellor Rishi Sunak set out a number of new measures... Articles
Coronavirus: An introduction 17th March 2020 Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. The approach of the UK Government, supported by opposition parties, is guided by... Articles
Coronavirus: Viral Kindness 17th March 2020 Over the coming weeks and months, many people will be self-isolating, and not everyone has a support network of family and friends to help them out. That's why... Articles
'We must all do everything in our power to protect lives' - an article by Health Secretary Matt Hancock 14th March 2020 An article by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP. Published 14th March 2020. The coronavirus outbreak is the biggest... Articles
Esther's charity helps local students 3rd March 2020 Students who took part in an educational programme aimed at helping young girls reach for the stars have met the creator behind the idea – who happens to be... Local News
Our Future Fund for supporting innovative British businesses 21st April 2020 We’re supporting start-ups by delivering £250m of new government funding to innovative businesses across the United Kingdom. National News
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications 21st April 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications – and will provide support for millions of businesses and employees across the UK. National News
Why we’re extending the Coronavirus lockdown 17th April 2020 The Government announced that the social distancing measures currently in place to tackle the coronavirus will continue for at least the next three weeks. National News
Our £750 million support package for charities during the Coronavirus outbreak 9th April 2020 This Government’s announced an unprecedented £750 million package of support for charities – ensuring they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus... National News
Business Secretary Alok Sharma: we'll tackle Coronavirus together 6th April 2020 The Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, wrote for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic. National News
Read the Queen's Coronavirus address in full 6th April 2020 The Queen speaks to the nation about the challenges we are facing as a country in the weeks ahead. National News
