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 leads debate calling for Chris's Law to be introduced 15th October 2025 Esther McVey has secured a meeting with government ministers in the fight to force councils to carry out regular maintenance and safety inspections of trees... Articles
Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian criticising government for imposing "food tax" on every household 7th October 2025 Food inflation is an at 18 month high and government’s attack on our agricultural sector will see prices soar further for every household up and down the... Articles
Esther McVey MP writes for the Knutsford Guardian raising concerns over Cheshire East's new planning portal which is "not fit for purpose" 25th September 2025 What a surprise – Cheshire East’s new planning IT system which “allows” residents to upload objections to planning applications is not fit for purpose! I don’t... Articles
Esther McVey MP presents petition in Parliament calling for protections for peatland 16th September 2025 A petition boasting nearly 500 signatures calling for special consideration to be given to peatland as part of any future development has been presented in... Articles
Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian criticising delays in inquiry into rape gangs 8th September 2025 I am extremely disappointed that three months on from announcing a national inquiry into rape gangs, this government continues to fail the victims. Last week... Articles
Esther McVey MP hits out at ministers after local schools confirm savings need to be found to pay for government tax rises 30th July 2025 Esther McVey has demanded government “come clean” over how much its National Insurance tax rises are costing schools. Ms McVey said schools were having to find... Articles
Esther McVey MP writes for Knutsford Guardian supporting memorial for a Handforth RAF hero 29th July 2025 I am proud to be supporting the campaign for a national memorial to commemorate Handforth’s unsung war hero William Douglas Stopford and his comrades from the... Articles
Esther McVey MP presents cheque to Alderley Edge Village Show 28th July 2025 Alderley Edge Village Show has been handed £250 after Tatton MP Esther McVey took part in a charity bet on the Aintree, Grand National. Dozens of MPs took up... Articles
Disappointment as Appeal for TATA Solar Farm Upheld – No Safeguards for Community Impact 28th July 2025 Disappointment as Appeal for TATA Solar Farm Upheld – No Safeguards for Community Impact Local Councillors and residents have expressed deep concern following... Local News
Stay alert, control the virus, save lives: the Prime Minister's update 10th May 2020 The Prime Minister's address to the nation tells the nation: stay alert, control the virus, save lives. National News
The Prime Minister's Update: Tackling the Coronavirus 30th April 2020 The Prime Minister's latest update on April 30 on tackling Coronavirus. National News
We’re extending coronavirus testing to meet our 100,000 tests a day target 30th April 2020 From today, Coronavirus testing has been extended further to protect our most vulnerable and keep people safe. National 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