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Karl Turner MP

Karl Turner MP

@KarlTurnerMP

Independent MP for Kingston upon Hull East

City of Culture 2017 put Hull back on the map, but Andy Burnham has shown we can do better – we just need support
Culture
By Karl Turner MP
City of Culture 2017 put Hull back on the map, but Andy Burnham has shown we can do better – we just need support
Hull has never lacked talent, pride or ambition. What we have too often lacked is the investment and recognition this great city deserves.
The jury trials decision is appalling and I will break the whip for the first time to oppose it
Home affairs
By Karl Turner MP
The jury trials decision is appalling and I will break the whip for the first time to oppose it
The Lord Chancellor’s announcement this week that he will restrict jury trials is both a dereliction of duty and an ineffective way of dealing with a crippling backlog of cases.
Twelve years of Conservative government has emboldened predator employers like P&O Ferries
Transport
By Karl Turner MP
Twelve years of Conservative government has emboldened predator employers like P&O Ferries
Thursday 18 March was a turning point for workers’ rights in this country.
No-deal Brexit will lead to planes being grounded, job losses and gridlock at our ports
Brexit
By Karl Turner MP
No-deal Brexit will lead to planes being grounded, job losses and gridlock at our ports

The government needs to prioritise the aviation and port sectors and get the best deal to allow these vital sectors to continue to grow, writes shadow transport minister Karl Turner