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Statement on Recent Brexit Votes

Following yesterday evening’s vote in the House of Commons, I thought I would update constituents on my reasons for voting against the Cabinet’s Withdrawal Agreement and Political Declaration, and to indicate how I expect that I will vote in the coming days. In January, I voted against the ‘deal’ a

Robert Backs Campaign to End Late Payments

Robert said: "As the Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Small Businesses, I wholeheartedly support the FSB's campaign to cut down on late payments, which are a massive problem for small businesses all over the UK. "For far too long some big businesses have been allowed to get away wi

Robert Hosts Cyber-Security Event at Blenheim Palace

Robert recently hosted a cyber-security event at Blenheim Palace alongside West Oxfordshire-based experts CQR Consulting and White & Black Legal. The event attracted over 70 businesses from West Oxfordshire and further afield to learn about protecting their firms and consumers from risks online

Robert Welcomes Local Police Efforts to Combat Rural Crime

On a recent visit to meet Carterton police, Robert was given a demonstration of their new Kubota vehicle which will assist the force in tackling rural crime. Robert said: "Pleased to end Thames Valley Police's Rural Crime Prevention Week with a very impressive demonstration of the capabilities of t

Robert Meets Northmoor Meat Company

Robert recently visited Northmoor Meat Company at their farm to learn about their business bringing sustainable, grass-fed beef straight to local plates. Speaking after the visit, Robert said: "Huge thanks to Northmoor Meat Company for a fascinating visit to their farm, to learn about their be

Robert Shows his Support for World Book Day

Robert said: "As today is World Book Day, I hope parents, grandparents and carers in West Oxfordshire will take time to read for ten minutes with their children.

Robert Visits Mulberry Bush School

Robert has visited staff at the Mulberry Bush School in Standlake, which is a not-for-profit charity with a mission to provide services to meet the needs of emotionally troubled and traumatised young people and their families, enabling them to reach their full potential. Speaking after th

Robert Shows His Support for National Apprenticeship Week

Robert said: "Delighted to be supporting National Apprenticeship Week 2019 to expand opportunities for young people and boost skills in our economy. "Really encouraged by recent reforms in this area and we should do more to expand and promote degree apprenticeships which allow people to work whilst

Robert Celebrates Citizen of the Year Award Winners

Every year Witney Town Council hosts a 'Citizen of the Year' award ceremony at the Corn Exchange to mark those members of the local community who have gone to special lengths to support our area.