David Amess MP

Conservative MP for Basildon, then Southend West (1983-2021)

26 Aug 2021 Home affairs

UK must seize this opportunity to end animal testing

The government must recognise the urgent need to use animal-free science and publish a clear and ambitious action plan to drive the phase-out of animal experiments.

26 Mar 2021 Home affairs

Dame Vera Lynn should have a permanent memorial

Dame Vera Lynn's voice brought warmth and hope into the homes of ordinary people whose lives had been thrown into chaos by war. Together with Dame Vera’s family, I am launching a campaign for a permanent memorial for her.

25 Sep 2020 Communities

We should learn from the historical value of our statues, rather than lose them to mob rule

There is a reason every statue was put up in the first place – we should consider that before we start undemocratically tearing them down

09 Mar 2020 Communities

Britain’s buildings are vulnerable to fire. We must mobilise industry expertise to improve standards

By combining effective oversight of building regulations with a focus on fire safety procedures we can help people to feel safe in their homes

07 Jan 2020

I will bring experience, compassion and humour to the position of Deputy Speaker

It has been an honour to be a servant of the Commons for over the last three decades – I now offer my service as Deputy Speaker, writes Sir David Amess MP

14 Mar 2018 Foreign affairs

How the West can help Iranians usher in a new day

Co-chair of the British Committee for Iran Freedom Sir David Amess MP writes that all western leaders should make it clear once and for all, that the world supports the Iranian people’s demands for democracy and freedom.

29 Jun 2017 Foreign affairs

Iran’s ballistic missile programme and support for terrorism demand a stronger response

A renewal of the ballistic missile programme shows defiance from the Iranian Regime, says Sir David Amess MP.

02 Mar 2016 Culture

Fixed odds betting terminals 'can wreck peoples’ lives'

The Conservative MP for Southend West writes about the dangers of addiction to fixed odds betting terminals in betting shops. He hopes more can be done to ensure young and vulnerable people are discouraged from this harmful addiction.

22 Jan 2016 Foreign affairs

Don’t be deceived by Rouhani’s moderation

Conservative MP and co-chair of the British Parliamentary Committee for Iran Freedom, Sir David Amess, is highly critical of the ruling theocracy in Tehran and says it's time to say 'enough is enough'.