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Protecting and Preserving our Environment for Generations to Come

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As a keen conservationist, environmental issues are a priority of mine in Parliament and in West Oxfordshire.  One of the reasons West Oxfordshire is so special is the beautiful countryside which surrounds us and the diverse wildlife that inhabits it.

I am delighted that many of the issues I have campaigned on since entering Parliament are now being addressed by the Government.  These include action on plastics in our oceans, the introduction of CCTV in all slaughterhouses, and tougher punishment for those who commit acts of animal cruelty.  I will continue to work with local environmental groups and the Government to build on this progress.  Keep up to date with my latest work on this issue below.

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Robert Welcomes Announcement of Independent Investigation into the River Windrush

Friday, 3 July, 2020

In response to Robert's demands, Thames Water has announced that is has commissioned an independent investigation into the health of the River Windrush.

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Robert Discusses the River Windrush with the Environment Minister

Tuesday, 12 May, 2020

Robert said: "I had a constructive virtual meeting with the Environment Minister, Rebecca Pow, recently to discuss the latest with regard to the River Windrush.

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Robert Writes to Thames Water to Demand Answers on the River Windrush

Friday, 13 March, 2020

Robert said: "I've written to the Director of Thames Water to seek answers as to why Thames Water has gone back on its commitment to help fund an independent investigation into the health of the River Windrush.

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Robert Reacts to Budget 2020

Wednesday, 11 March, 2020

Today's Budget delivers on our promises to the British people - to support families and help them with the cost of living, to level-up infrastructure, and to invest in Britain's future.

Here's my top 10 announcements from the Budget:

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Robert Welcomes Introduction of Legislation to Ban Plastic Straws

Friday, 6 March, 2020

Robert said: "Earlier this week, legislation to ban plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds entered Parliament.

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Robert Welcomes Plans for Future Greener Farming

Wednesday, 26 February, 2020

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.

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Robert Visits Bird Aid Sites in Stonesfield and Ditchley

Tuesday, 4 February, 2020

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

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Robert Welcomes £3 Billion Commitment to Farming as Good News for West Oxon Farmers

Monday, 6 January, 2020

The Chancellor has given a welcome boost to UK farmers and rural communities by announcing nearly £3 billion of funding for 2020.

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Robert Puts the Environment at the Heart of his Campaign

Thursday, 14 November, 2019

Robert said: "I made my first speech on climate change when I was at school - and have been a passionate conservationist ever since. Living in West Oxfordshire, with its beautiful green countryside and diverse wildlife, environmental considerations are always at the forefront of my mind.

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12 Conservative Achievements on Tackling Climate Change

Friday, 1 November, 2019

We passed the world’s first Climate Change Act over a decade ago with cross-party support to give us both a framework to set statutory carbon budgets and set up the independent Committee on Climate Change.
 
Published the UK Clean Growth Strategy
 

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