Articles by Mike Penning MP

Mike writes a regular column for 'Speakers Corner' in the Hemel Hempstead Gazette: www.hemeltoday.co.uk

My honour at meeting some genuine heroes

11th June 2014

It has been incredibly moving to watch the commemoration events of the 70th anniversary of D Day.

Apprenticeship hard work starting to pay off

7th May 2014

I have always been committed to supporting and helping local businesses to grow and help from the Government on cutting National Insurance Contributions, lowering rates of corporation tax, reducing fuel duty and abolishing red tape is contributing.

Congratulations to our medal marvels, but snow sports are not just about thrills and spills

2nd April 2014

What a great Winter games for ParalympicsGB! As the Minister of State for Disabled People, the games began for me at the first ever lighting of the Heritage Flame at Stoke Mandeville.

Sinkhole has created so much heartache, but community response has been wonderful

26th February 2014

It’s been a very difficult week for residents of Oatridge Gardens who have been evacuated from their homes as a result of the large sinkhole that opened up under one of the houses and the road.

Steering the Mesothelioma Bill through Parliament

22nd January 2014

It’s been a busy start to 2014 as I have been continuing to steer the Mesothelioma Bill through Parliament. I am delighted to say that it has now completed its Third Reading and is awaiting Royal Assent.

Raising awareness of men’s health

4th December 2013

Throughout November I have been supporting the Movember charity – growing a moustache to raise awareness of men’s health issues, in particular prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health.

Local MPs working together

6th November 2013

There have been a number of occasions lately where the local Members of Parliament have been working together to try to resolve issues for the betterment of all of us.