Priti Patel6 Jul 2025Ex-minister accuses Labour of 'abandoning' regionAn Essex MP and ex-Tory Home Secretary says the Labour government has "abandoned" the region.6 Jul 202519 Jun 2025Starmer urges diplomacy as Trump considers Iran attackThe UK prime minister calls for negotiation rather than an escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict.19 Jun 202516 Feb 2025'No durable peace' in Ukraine if Europe not in talks - ministerBusiness Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the UK could act as a "bridge" between the US and Europe.16 Feb 202530 Jan 2025Patel clarifies defence of party's immigration recordTory leader Kemi Badenoch appears to distance herself from Priti Patel's comments on immigration. 30 Jan 202518 Dec 2024Chagos deal remains on track, says UK ministerThe Conservatives say it compromises UK security, while Nigel Farage says it has caused "deep disquiet" in Donald Trump's team.18 Dec 202410 Nov 2024UK's Ukraine support 'resolute' after Trump winDarren Jones says there "shouldn't be an element of conceding to illegal invasions from Russia".10 Nov 202416 Sep 2024Calls to fix region's 'least accessible station'The local MP says she will continue to press the government to improve the station.16 Sep 202430 Aug 2024Priti Patel defends record on rising immigrationTory leadership candidate says as home secretary she made changes allowing ministers to control migration.30 Aug 202413 Mar 2024County on 'frontline' of GP shortage crises - MPsWestminster Hall debate hears that "GP to patient ratio" in Essex is the worst in the country.13 Mar 2024...
