Oliver Dowden
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Member of Parliament for Hertsmere
Joined September 2019
Excellent article on the Government’s violence against women and girls strategy.
It’s not 11-year-old boys who are committing violence against women and girls. We need to get people who have come from cultures that don’t respect women out of our country! Not all cultures are equally valid. Labour’s plan to lecture schoolboys to respect women and girls is a
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My question this week in the Chamber to the Treasury Minister regarding the link between the jobs tax and higher unemployment in Hertsmere👇
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Very worried about today's government proposals for development on the Green belt around Radlett, Cuffley, Borehamwood, Potters Bar and Bushey railway stations. My questions to the Minister today👇
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Devastating news from Australia this morning. We must never let hatred win. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Here in Hertsmere police are increasing their presence for our Chanukah events to ensure our community can mark the occasion in peace and safety.
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Out on Borehamwood High Street for Small Business Saturday. Small businesses sit right at the heart of our community, bringing life, character and opportunity to our high streets, but many told me how tough rising costs, business rates and National Insurance are making things.
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A wonderful start to the festive season at the Borehamwood Christmas Lights switch-on. It was great to see so many residents enjoying the mince pies and the excellent performance by GOLD, while also supporting Gratitude, our local food bank.
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As Chairman of the UAE APPG, my remarks today in the Chamber:
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Last week we held our first CF India event outside London - a fantastic Diwali celebration in Leicester with 140+ guests, where we launched our new Ambassador Programme.
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A wonderful evening at the UK-India Business Council Winter Reception with CFIndia, Labour Indians and the 1928 Institute. Full of energy, insight and great conversation about the bright future of UK-India relationship 🇬🇧 🇮🇳
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My speech today in the Commons responding to the Chancellor's Budget, highlighting how the taxes of working people in Bushey, Radlett, Cuffley, Potters Bar, Shenley and Borehamwood will have to go up to pay for Labour's failure to control welfare.
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Recently I met with resident, Alison, to discuss the rise in dangerous collisions on our streets. She was hit by a van in Radlett, and this #RoadSafetyWeek we are working together to help make our streets safer. Read more about Alison's story here: https://t.co/2S4HQUUnrT
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I recently met with members of the Community ConneX charity which offers vital support for people with learning difficulties. We had a very thoughtful discussion, and it was a pleasure to hear about how the charity helps the community. I look forward to future collaboration!
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Pressing the Culture Secretary on the Independent Football Regulator.
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On this Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the brave men and women who sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. On Sunday, I was honoured to join local veterans and the community at our remembrance service in Potters Bar. Lest we forget.
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I was pleased to receive an update on Watford General Hospital recently. Following the government's regrettable decision not to fund refurbishment until at least 2032, I was assured that if asked to do so sooner, the Hospital stands ready to get building.
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Following representations made to me on a recent visit to Citizens Advice Borehamwood, I asked this question in Parliament about moving into new social housing.
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A productive visit to Mount Grace School recently. Pleased to speak with Headteacher Mrs Patel and Dr Lawrence Foley of Future Academies about the school’s development and its plans to join the Trust. Looking forward to seeing Mount Grace go from strength to strength!
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Delighted to welcome the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government to Parliament today. We had a good discussion on UK-UAE relations and my role as Chairman of the UAE APPG.
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Congratulations to Japan’s new Prime Minister, @takaichi_sanae. The UK and Japan are close allies and global partners. I look forward to working together to strengthen the bond between our two like minded, democratic countries. 🇬🇧 🤝 🇯🇵
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