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
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
