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Preserving our precious marine life

Under the Conservatives, Britain is taking a global lead in marine conservation - helping to protect ocean territory the size of India. One of the most exciting and successful actions the Conservatives in government is currently carrying out is with the inhabitants of its Overseas Territo

PM's open letter to EU citizens in the UK

Ahead of EU Council, Theresa May wrote directly to EU citizens in the UK. As I travel to Brussels today, I know that many people will be looking to us – the leaders of the 28 nations in the European Union – to demonstrate we are putting people first. I have been clear throughout this process

We're investing £25 million in 5G technology

We’re investing £25 million in 5G technology because we’re determined to be one of the first countries in the world to use the cutting edge technology. Not only will it mean faster internet speeds on your phones, it’ll improve productivity and connectivity for businesses.

"It's been a fortnight of incredible news for animal welfare in the UK"

I've got 6 pieces of excellent news on animal welfare that have been announced in the last few weeks: 1) Introducing mandatory CCTV in slaughterhouses 2) Banning the export of live animals once we have left the EU 3) Increasing the sentencing for animal cruelty from a derisory 6mths to

Banning the sale of ivory in the UK

In government the Conservatives are banning the sale of ivory in the UK to help protect the world's elephants and rhinos.

Opt-out system for organ donation

500 lives a year lost because a suitable organ is not available.  The Conservatives in government will look to create an opt-out system for consent – rather than the current opt-in system – that will make it easier people who are willing to be an organ donor to be one, to help increase the numb