Tax evasion is an unacceptable practice. It must not just be condemned, but must be rigorously investigated, charges brought, and proper punishments handed out. 

I am delighted that after the success of my first Independent Shop Awards, the people of the Stratford on Avon constituency have again taken part in huge numbers to nominate their favourite places to eat, drink, stay or shop.

One of the cornerstones of this Government’s efforts to transform our country into a higher wage, lower tax and lower welfare society – the National Living Wage (NLW) – came into effect on the 1st April.

I took part in this excellent video about an oil painting relating to Shakespeare's Henry VI, in the East Corridor of Parliament's Central Lobby, as part of the commemoration this month of the 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare's death.

During last week’s Budget, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced £12 million of funding for a range of excellent causes that seek to help women. There was welcome funding for cancer charities and anti-domestic violence campaigns, but where did it come from?

American elections always catch the eye of those of us interested in politics in a way that elections in no other country can. Partly it’s the sheer Hollywood-esque size of the spectacle.

I believe that David Cameron is a brilliant Prime Minister who has been assured of his place in history by creating and leading a reforming Government tackling head on issues that hold our country back.

I believe that David Cameron is a brilliant Prime Minister who has been assured of his place in history by creating and leading a reforming Government tackling head on issues that hold our country back.

For the vast majority of the time the Conservatives have been in Government since 2010, the political narrative has been about dealing with the deficit, turning our economy around and getting people back into work.