Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian warning government needs to understand the role businesses play before it is too late Wednesday, 23 September, 2026 Thriving businesses are vital. They create wealth, grow the economy, drive innovation, job creation and support communities. But since Labour came to power, businesses have been hit by repeated tax rises and policy changes which is destroying them. The former Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, nicknamed Rachel Thieves, raised taxes by £66 billion across her two Budgets, including introducing substantial... Articles
Esther supports better access funding bid for Handforth station 30th November 2018 Tatton MP Esther McVey has urged Transport Secretary Chris Grayling to support a 20 year local campaign and fund much needed accessibility improvements at... Local News
MP requests a full hearing for controversial planning appeal. 21st November 2018 An MP is calling for a full hearing into the future of Lach Dennis crematorium and garden of remembrance. The Planning Inspectorate in Bristol will decide if... Local News
'Business as usual' for MP 21st November 2018 Tatton MP Esther McVey has returned to the backbenches in Parliament following her resignation as Work and Pensions Secretary last week. She made her first... Local News
More Tatton businesses help employees save for retirement 5th November 2018 More than 30,000 workers in Tatton are now saving towards retirement as numbers nationally enrolled in a government pension initiative approaches 10 million... Local News
Cheshire unites against Dementia 26th October 2018 On behalf of Alzheimer’s Society I would like to say a huge and heartfelt thank you to the many local residents who united against dementia by supporting the... Local News
Esther hears how local Bakery continues its success 24th September 2018 A Rudheath bakery which started as a family business more than 130 years ago believes changing with the times has given it the upper crust. With alcohol infused... Local News
Unemployment at lowest level for 43 years 15th August 2018 Numbers of people claiming out of work benefits in Tatton has fallen again in the past month – as national unemployment levels hit a 43 year low. According to... Articles
Do you know Tatton's 'Best Small Shop?' 14th August 2018 The search is now on to find the country’s best small shop. Businesses across the area can put themselves forward for a chance of being crowned 2018 winners... Local News
Wilmslow Conservative Club gets a new look 14th August 2018 Regulars at The Conservative Club in Wilmslow will now be able to enjoy new surroundings after the club got its first revamp in more than 25 years. Tatton MP... Local News
How our Bounce Back Loans will boost small businesses affected by coronavirus 28th April 2020 Small businesses will benefit from a new fast-track finance scheme providing loans with a 100% government-backed guarantee for lenders, the Chancellor announced... National News
Boris Johnson: If we keep going, we will beat coronavirus together 27th April 2020 The Prime Minister has returned to Downing Street to lead the country in tackling coronavirus. He lays out the five tests for when we are moving to phase two of... National News
Coronavirus testing available to all essential workers 24th April 2020 All essential workers in England and members of their households who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will now be able to get tested. National 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
