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Brexiting Customs

Government should act to allay fears of being trapped in customs union

Wages Rising and Record High Employment

Figures released today show that in the East Midlands, there are 2,270,724 people in work – meaning 170,987 more people have the security of a job since 2010. In the Gainsborough constituency, the number of people who are claiming key out-of-work benefits has fallen by 645 since 2010 – an overall r

UK Parliament Week to be celebrated across the Gainsborough Constituency

As we mark 100 years since the first women gained the right to vote, Sir Edward Leigh MP is inviting everyone in Gainsborough constituency to get involved in UK Parliament Week and play a part in our thriving democracy. UK Parliament Week is a UK-wide festival taking place from 12th to 18th Novembe

Sir Edward Leigh is Saddened by Proposed Closure of RAF Scampton

Sir Edward Leigh, the Member of Parliament for the Gainsborough constituency, where RAF Scampton is located, has been saddened by the announcement by the Ministry of Defence at plans to close the base, he said: “I am saddened by news from the Ministry of Defence that RAF Scampton is to be sold off

Honouring Our Local Heroes

Recently at the invitation of the Chief Constable I had the privilege of handing out the awards to our “snow heroes” who provided excellent service to people across Lincolnshire during the great snows this past winter.

Spending Problems Still Prevalent

Sir Edward Leigh Addresses the Balance in Public Spending During the May Adjournment Debate. I am glad that I am following my hon. Friend Bob Stewart. He spoke about pressure on one part of the public service sector and, in particular, about the cuts in legal aid.