Graham Stuart

Graham was first elected as the MP for Beverley and Holderness in 2005 with a majority of 2,580. In the 2010 election he won 47.1 per cent of the vote, and increased his majority to 12,987. At the General Election of 2015 he was re-elected with a majority of 12,203. Most recently Graham took a huge 58 per cent of the vote in the General Election in June 2017, increasing his majority to 14,000.

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Petrol Prices: MP Calls for Fuel Duty Stabiliser

March 15, 2011

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, today urged the Government to implement a fuel duty stabiliser in the forthcoming budget. Graham said: “Motorists find themselves paying ever higher prices at the pump. It is especially serious for those of us living in rural areas, where cars are essential, either for getting to work, doing the weekly shop, or even enjoying a weekend out with the family.” And he added: “Small…

More Power to be Given to Teachers Says MP

January 27, 2011

Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness welcomed today’s introduction of the Education Bill which aims to raise standards in education, improve international competitiveness, give greater freedoms and protection to teachers and provide free nursery education to disadvantaged two year olds. Graham said: “I support much of what is in the bill. It gives greater powers to teachers and heads, provides them with additional protection from malicious complaints and allows…

Beverley Street Surgery on Saturday 22nd January

January 21, 2011

On Saturday January 22, Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, will be holding a Street Surgery in Beverley, weather permitting. The outdoor surgery will take place between 10am and midday, on Toll Gavel at its junction with Cross Street. All residents are welcome to come and speak with Graham about any issues or concerns that they may have. Also attending will be Beverley town councillors and members of the…

Green Energy Revolution a Step Closer

January 20, 2011

Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness today responded to an announcement by wind turbine maker Siemens that Hull had been selected as the preferred location for its UK manufacturing operations. He said: “This is fantastic news and shows just how well placed Hull and the East Riding is to become the heart of the green energy revolution in this country. “Today’s announcement is, however, just the first hurdle and…

MP to Push for Beverley Southern Relief Road in Meeting With Minister

January 14, 2011

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, has secured a meeting with Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Norman Baker, to put the case for a new bypass. Graham will be pushing for the Department for Transport to agree to move forward with plans to build Beverley’s southern relief road. The £35 million scheme would see traffic taken away from the centre of the historic town. Graham said: “Last year we…

Millions Were Wasted on Regional Fire Control Centre Says MP

January 7, 2011

Following news a planned regional fire control centre in Wakefield is to be scrapped, Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, has welcomed the decision by the coalition government but called for an immediate apology from those responsible for building it in the first place. The news came just days after Graham met with Frank Duffield, Humberside Fire and Rescue chief fire officer, to discuss the situation. Graham said: “It…

Holderness Hunt @ The Beverley Westwood 2010

December 27, 2010

Holderness Hunt Supporters Club held their annual hunt meeting at the Beverley Westwood. The event was switched to Monday as this year Boxing Day fell on a Sunday, but hundreds still turned out to see the horses and hounds, including Cllr David Elvidge and the local MP Graham Stuart. Unfortunately due to the frozen ground they were unable to drive the hounds round the Beverley Westwood. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click…

ERYC Ahead of the Curve as Major Budget Cuts Loom

As local authorities across the country brace themselves for budget reductions of up to £30m over the next few years, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council has been praised for its forward planning. Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, said “the Council had in-year savings of £2.8m in its General Fund Budget, which will be transferred to the council’s efficiency fund to cushion spending cuts of £7.5m in 2010/11….

December 14, 2010

Excellent Work of PCSOs Hailed by Beverley and Holderness MP

December 10, 2010

Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, has written to the Chief Constable of Humberside Police asking him to do all he can to maintain the role of Police Community Support Officers even in the current financial circumstances. His call comes as the Chief Constable, Tim Hollis, looks to make efficiency savings across the force. A recruitment freeze has already been introduced. Graham said: “I fully understand the need to…

Student’s Protest in Beverley Against Proposed Fee Increase

December 9, 2010

Students from schools in Beverley held a peaceful protest outside County Hall and the Conservative Party office in Beverley.

According to the police, around 100 young people showed up and it was all in good spirit, with some of the students lying down in the snow on the road.

Education Minister to tour Beverley Schools after Accepting MP’s Invitation

November 26, 2010

Michael Gove MP, the Secretary of State for education, is to tour some of Beverley’s schools after being asked to come to the town by Graham Stuart MP. The Minister is due to make his visit on December 3. Graham said: “This is great news. A second Government Minister coming to the constituency in less than a month just shows how this Government’s Ministers are willing to get out and…

Beverley Bypass is ‘a must’ MP Tells Minister

November 26, 2010

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, pressed the case for the Beverley Southern Relief Road at a meeting with the Secretary of State for Transport, Philip Hammond. The meeting came just weeks after the Minister announced the scheme would be allowed to go forward and bid for a slice of £600 million earmarked for transport schemes in the region. Graham said: “The Minister made it very clear that while the…

Own a New Luxury Apartment in Beverley For Less Then £400 a Month

November 24, 2010

The search for a dream home at an unbelievable price is over for buyers lucky enough to snap up one of the remaining homes at The Worx in Beverley, where homes are on offer for just 80 per cent of the purchase price. Barratt Yorkshire East is offering first time buyers the chance to move into a luxurious new home for as little as £379.82 per month (list price £112,995)…

New Beverley Bypass Fight Hits the Road Again

October 29, 2010

MP for Beverley and Holderness, Graham Stuart, today said he would be working hard to make sure plans for a southern relief road around Beverley would go ahead. His comments came after the Department for Transport announced the East Riding Council would be allowed to put forward a bid for the £35 million project. Many other transport schemes across the Yorkshire and Humber region have been shelved including a £200…

Graham Stuart MP Calls for Charities and Voluntary Groups to Help Cut Red Tape

October 21, 2010

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, is calling on all charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups to help in the fight against excessive red tape. His call comes as the Government launches a joint Cabinet Office and Department of Business, Innovation and Skills task force to look at ways of making life easier for groups working in the voluntary and social sector. Graham said: “I have, with the help of…

Showhome Launch at The Worx, Beverley

October 18, 2010

Barratt Yorkshire East is celebrating the launch of its brand new show apartment at The Worx by offering buyers the chance to move into a new home for just 80 per cent of the purchase price. The superb development which opened in March boasts a range of properties to suit all needs and has been hailed a great success by local MP Graham Stuart. Buyers seeking a taste of what’s…

Public Invited to see Latest Development on New Hospital

October 1, 2010

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, said he hoped as many people as possible would get along to a public event showing what the new East Riding Community Hospital will look like from the outside. The event, which will be held on Wednesday, October 6 at Temperton House, Beverley Westwood Hospital has been arranged to show which materials will be used on the exterior of the building. It will be…

MP Congratulates Pupils and Staff at School

September 28, 2010

Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, met staff and pupils at Riston C of E Primary School to congratulate them on reaching the finals of a national competition. The school was named as a finalist at the National Confederation of Parent Teacher Associations (NCPTA) when it held its annual awards to celebrate and recognise the achievement of Parent Teacher Associations. Riston C of E Primary School reached the final in…

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