Very good progress meeting with Thames Valley Police’s Rural Crime Team and the local NFU Online branch recently to discuss the current trends and what we can do about them.

Reports of the cruel crime of pet theft are on the rise. And while recent police investigations into pet theft have resulted in numerous raids and arrests, more can be done.

To coincide with the launch of the Government's new Action Plan for Animal Welfare, Robert has launched an Animal Welfare Survey to enable West Oxfordshire residents to share their views.

A number of constituents have contacted me in recent days with regard to maintaining food standards ahead of any future trade deals.

Robert said: "The Government has just published new details on our future Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELM), which will see farmers paid for their hard work which enhances and protects our environment.

Robert joined Wychwood Bird Aid volunteers recently to visit Bird Aid feeding sites in Stonesfield, and then Ditchley Estate.

Earlier today, the Government introduced the Environment Bill to Parliament.

This landmark Bill will tackle the biggest environmental priorities of our time, signalling a historic step change in the way we protect and enhance our precious natural environment.

Robert said: "Our environment affects everything – from the air we breathe to the water we drink. But protecting our environment is not only good for our children and grandchildren. It actually helps you save money.

Robert recently attended a presentation on the tiger trade organised by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for China and led by wildlife conservationist Prerna Singh Bindra.

Robert has welcomed the news that following his letter, the Prime Minister spoke to the visiting Japanese Prime Minister about Japan's decision to resume commercial whaling.