Reinforcing the UK's support for Central Asia as a close and valued partner 9th June 2023 As Central Asia deals with the economic uncertainty caused by Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine and the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan, Leo Docherty... Articles
Over a million NHS staff in England to receive pay rise and lump sum bonus 30th May 2023 Over a million NHS staff in England, from nurses and midwives, to porters and paramedics, will receive a 5% pay rise and lump sum bonus in June. The pay award... Articles
Government introduces landmark reforms to deliver fairer private rented sector 17th May 2023 The Renters (Reform) Bill brings reforms that benefits both renters & landlords. Landlords will be able to recover properties from problem tenants more easily... Articles
Strengthening ties with our Commonwealth partners 12th May 2023 Leo Docherty MP visited Cyprus this week in his role as Minister for Europe to deepen the close ties between the UK and Cyprus and thanks British Armed Forces... Articles
NHS cuts longest waits and speeds-up response times 10th May 2023 The head of the NHS in England has hailed the ‘great strides’ the health service is making, as new figures show major improvements across long waits, urgent and... Articles
The new plastic-free poppy 19th April 2023 The poppy has been a symbol of Remembrance for over a hundred years, and the Royal British Legion newly designed poppy retains the iconic shape, whilst being... Articles
MP pays tribute to Veterans on 20th Anniversary of the start of the Iraq War 20th March 2023 On 19 March 2003, Operation Telic was launched commencing the British involvement in the invasion of Iraq. Following a joint resolution of the United States... Articles
"The UK's commitment to the alliance and European security is unconditional", says Leo Docherty MP 20th June 2022 Today in the House of Commons (20 June 2022), Leo Docherty MP, in his role as Minister for Defence People and Veterans, confirmed the United Kingdom's... ArticlesEuropean News
MP recognises the value of Defence Business Services Veterans UK first hand 1st June 2022 Leo Docherty MP, in his role as Minister for Defence People and Veterans, visited Defence Business Services (DBS) Veterans staff at Norcross, Blackpool. Leo was... Articles