Articles by: Ex-staff

Repatriation Update

by 14 May 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

After a conference call with FCO ministers, I am delighted to thank them for repatriating so many people. More details on what has been achieved to follow, as we continue to work with people who need to come home. If you need repatriation, in the first instance please contact your […]

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Government Update: Extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, restarting the housing market & the opening of the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme

by 13 May 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

Yesterday, the Chancellor extended the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme until the end of October,  giving workers and businesses the certainty they need that the Government will continue to support them. The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has already protected more than 7 million jobs across the UK which would otherwise have been at […]

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£76 million of extra emergency funding for the most vulnerable

by 4 May 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

The Government are making £76 million of extra emergency funding available for the most vulnerable in society, ensuring they can get the support and help they need during this pandemic. During this time of national emergency, it is vital that everyone stays at home, to protect the NHS and save lives – […]

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Prime Ministers update on Coronavirus

by 1 May 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

Last night, the Prime Minister updated the nation on the coronavirus outbreak, confirming we have passed the peak and that next week he will set out a comprehensive plan to continue to suppress the disease while re-starting the economy. Thanks to the massive collective effort to shield the NHS, we have avoided […]

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Sabeti Wain Aerospace Making Scrubs & Gowns for the NHS

by 1 May 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

I’m incredibly proud of the way our community has pulled together in Wycombe to support the NHS, with local aerospace manufacturer Sabeti Wain repurposing from aircraft upholstery to gowns and scrubs for the NHS. They have provided me with the following statement. Please get in touch with the company direct […]

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Urgent Elective Surgery in the NHS

by 29 April 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

This heart-breaking case illustrates why we need urgently to resume elective surgery in the NHS for the full range of conditions. https://www.bucksfreepress.co.uk/news/18411755.daughter-marlow-rugby-clubs-director-denied-surgery/?ref=twtrec I am pressing the Department for Health and Social Care and Secretary of State Matt Hancock with named day written parliamentary questions:  “To ask the Secretary of State […]

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Written Parliamentary Question in support of community radio stations

by 29 April 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

Last week I tabled written parliamentary questions to the Government asking if they will take steps to support community radio stations like Wycombe Sound through the covid-19 outbreak. Today the Government responded: “The Government is strongly supportive of the community radio sector and recognises the great value that it offers […]

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Interview with Wycombe Sound

by 28 April 2020 in Politics Comments are Disabled

In today’s interview with Wycombe Sound I mentioned a number of links and said I would publish them on my social media pages and website to ensure everyone has access to the correct information. You can hear the interview here: https://wycombesound.org.uk/bob-talks-to-wycombe-mp-steve-baker-28-04-20/ A summary of where to find accurate and up-to-date […]

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