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

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.

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.

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:

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

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.

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

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.

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