Oliver Dowden
@OliverDowden
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Member of Parliament for Hertsmere
Joined September 2019
On Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and all victims of Nazi persecution. We must learn from history’s darkest lessons and never allow it to happen again by confronting antisemitism wherever it appears.
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My intervention on the Minister over the US President’s recent statement on the UK’s Chagos Island surrender deal 👇
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Shenley Hill is once again threatened with development. Just as I warned before the election, Labour is using the excuse of 'grey belt' to tarmac over Green Belt land. Councillor Lucy Selby and I will keep fighting this, as it comes before the Planning Inspector in February.
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Wishing everyone celebrating in Hertsmere a very happy Thai Pongal 🌾 It was great to be at the British Tamil Forum event last night in Parliament, celebrating with the Tamil community. A joyful evening marking this special festival.
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Raising my concerns in Parliament over the policing around the Maccabi Tel Aviv v Aston Villa match and how the Jewish community feel under siege.
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My response to the brutal crackdown in Iran and how we must stand behind allies such as Israel.
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My speech on the important topic of cyber security, being legislated on in Parliament.
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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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