All articles written by Derek Thomas MP on PoliticsHome.com

23 May 2022 Environment

If elected chair of the EFRA committee, I would be dogged in keeping the environment at the top of the government’s agenda

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee chair election is this week – and we need a chair who can lead on all areas within Defra’s brief.

23 Nov 2020 Environment

Improving the quality of our homes will level up our communities

Making our homes more environmentally friendly and better to live in is absolutely essential for both net zero and levelling up.

18 Oct 2017 Economy

It's time to take a radical approach to how small businesses are taxed

We need to recognise that some aspects of taxation are outdated and have not kept up with the changes that small businesses must contend with, says Derek Thomas MP.

03 Feb 2016 Environment

My Constituency has a fuel poverty problem

The MP for West Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly calls on the Government to invest 'a modest level of capital infrastructure funding' in an energy efficiency programme, to deliver economic and health benefits, ahead of his debate today on fuel poverty.

06 Jan 2016 Environment

Gov’t backed UK 'fair trade' brand will support UK farmers

Derek Thomas MP calls for the Government to provide clear information to help consumers support British farmers.