Alicia Kearns MP

The UK *nominated* Iran to join this committee. Why @Ed_Miliband? Is this what you shook hands over?

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The Foreign Influence Registration Scheme annual report is now 134 days late. Yesterday I asked the Security Minister why. It is not party politics to expect the Government to meet legislative deadlines. Every day of delay, every non-registration, and every missed enforcement weakens our national security.

Sayed Ahmed Alwadaei was filmed attacking anti-Iranian regime protestors, calling for their deaths, and selling illegal pro-terrorist merchandise. His example shows our laws are no longer enforced under Labour. This is the type of person The Islamic Centre for England attracts. It must be closed down. It makes a mockery of genuine charities. We cannot as a society continue to enable this type of individual. Enforce terror laws now. dailymail.com/news/article-1…

Today we reflect on the extraordinary bravery, sacrifice and service of all those who defended and defend our country to protect the freedoms we have today. Last week, our cross was placed in Parliament's Garden of Remembrance, paying tribute to all those in our communities who have given their lives in service. We think of those who never returned, those who came home carrying the scars of conflict, and the families who lost loved ones fighting for our country. We will always remember them, and we will always owe a debt of gratitude.

Labour cannot keep putting their heads in the sand. Iran continues to threaten Britain, hack our companies, and radicalise our citizens, yet this government responds with handshakes. Did the Government warn our allies of an impending attack, or does America no longer think UK military bases are safe? express.co.uk/news/politics/…

I’ve formally submitted my objection to National Grid’s Weston Marsh to East Leicestershire pylon proposals, raising the concerns so many of you have shared with me. We need to upgrade our electricity network, but proposals must take into account our country’s contribution to our food security and ensure new infrastructure is fit for purpose to support our national security. I hope National Grid listens.

The CCP has attacked our Parliament, yet the Government’s response is to accuse me of playing politics. This is our national security, and it is the Government failing us.

The Chinese Communist Party commissioned the collection of kompromat on MPs. The Government decided not to tell MPs or even the Speaker. Utterly unacceptable.

Although at this point there is no evidence that national security or proprietary information was compromised, Ministers shouldn’t wait for Washington to work through the fallout. For the sake of our national security, they should be asking what has Nvidia lobbied for here, who had access, and whether those meetings were properly recorded and scrutinised. This is not to lay blame, but a sensible, swift response is needed in the face of hostile actions. The reality is that our country is overwhelmed with economic honeytraps. The rise of social media has made it easier than ever, and those who have access to information and officials must take adequate precautions. These conversations might be awkward, but they are necessary to protect our country.

The Foreign Influence Scheme annual report is now 133 days late. It should contain the number of registrations of those working for foreign states, information notices issued, people charged with an offence and people convicted. Surely this information is already kept by the Home Office? How can the Government justify delaying publication any longer?

For three months, Rutland has been missing from our own roads. Rutland County Council took down our county boundary signs and they haven't been replaced - in effect, we've been erased off the map. The signs should never have been removed without a plan to replace them. The modern ones didn’t need to come down at all. For three months I’ve given the council time to come up with a plan. All we’ve had is silence. Together with Cllr Lucy Stephenson, I've written to Rutland County Council demanding answers and a firm date for the signs to be reinstated or replaced. Rutland's identity and heritage matter. There's no excuse for erasing our county from our roads.

Honeytraps are not confined to the world of spy thrillers. Tactics are evolving, so too are targets - nobody is off limits.

Labour is choosing to leave a dangerous immigration loophole open, putting our national security at risk. How can our enemies be allowed to exploit our visa system? thesun.co.uk/news/40956245/t…

The Foreign Influence Scheme’s annual report is now 132 days late. What should have been a game-changing system to protect our country against hostile foreign influence has been allowed to wither under Labour. Inexcusable negligence.

Prevention is better than crisis management. The Government must set out a clear plan for reaching its commitment to spend 3% of GDP on defence.

It was very moving to come together today in Stamford and Oakham in honour of all those who gave their lives for our freedoms, who bear the scars and memories of services, and who are on deployment fighting for us all today. We thank you today and always - Photos: Martin Brookes

Wishing a very Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating in our communities and across the world! May the Festival of Lights bring joy, peace and prosperity to you and your loved ones✨

Because it is exactly that… extraordinary how no one thought this wasn’t a good idea.

Today, we remember all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country, and we honour the courage and dedication of our Armed Forces, past and present. To the heroes in our communities, and those whose loved ones lost their lives fighting for our country, thank you. We will never forget the freedoms our Armed Forces bravely fight for, the lives given, and the families who carry their loss. Lest we forget.