Writing in the Telegraph, Sir Geoffrey argues the Speaker "altered the procedures and made a mockery of the Parliament and the people he serves." Thursday, 22 February, 2024 By Sir Geoffrey Cox By deciding that Labour should be able to present its amendment, and that its amendment should be voted upon first, Labour was allowed to take over the opposition day debate allocated to the Scottish National Party and effectively set aside the SNP motion demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. There are two possible explanations for Mr Speaker’s decision to abandon the long... Westminster News
Geoffrey Champions Community Energy 10th May 2022 Campaign group Power for People have thanked Geoffrey for supporting a proposed new law, known as the Local Electricity Bill. If made law, communities across... Westminster News
Geoffrey to chair a “Dartmoor Conference” 9th May 2022 Geoffrey is to chair a “Dartmoor Conference” for members of the farming community on the Moor on Thursday, 12 May. The conference — which has been organised by... Local News
Geoffrey urges the Prime Minister to back the rural economy 9th May 2022 Geoffrey has, together with over 30 other MPs and Peers, written to the Prime Minister asking him to introduce a new White Paper to designed to promote the... Westminster News
Geoffrey joins Torridge Officers to seek fairer grant settlement 29th April 2022 On 21 April 2022, Geoffrey joined Torridge Council's Chief Executive Steve Hearse and Chief Financial Officer David Heyes on a trip to meet Government Minister... Westminster News
Geoffrey meets constituent, James Ryan, ahead of his attempt to complete the Marathon Des Sables 22nd March 2022 On 18 March, Geoffrey met ex Royal Engineer and Bideford Resident, James Ryan, on his training run in Appledore to offer support for James’ attempt to complete... Local News
Geoffrey visits Noteworthy Farm Caravan and Campsite to mark English Tourism Week 22nd March 2022 On 18 March 2022, Geoffrey visited Noteworthy Farm Caravan and Campsite to mark the start of English Tourism Week, which runs until 27 March. English Tourism... Local News
Geoffrey speaks in support of local farmers 3rd March 2022 On 23 February 2022, Geoffrey held a Westminster Hall debate on Food and Farming in Devon and Cornwall. Geoffrey said: “I supported the departure of this... Articles
Geoffrey comments on the Treasury’s intention to reduce the use of red diesel 3rd March 2022 “Red diesel” is used for a variety of off-road purposes, such as powering bulldozers and cranes used in the construction industry. It enjoys a lower rate of... Local News
Geoffrey stands with the people of Ukraine 3rd March 2022 The dramatic and grave events in Ukraine are in all our minds, and as we watch the news unfold, all our thoughts will be with those who are immediately affected... European News