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Nadhim Zahawi

Nadhim Zahawi

@nadhimzahawi

Conservative MP for Stratford-on-Avon and Minister for Business and Industry

Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi Defects To Reform UK
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Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi Defects To Reform UK
Former Conservative cabinet minister Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Reform UK.
CCHQ needs its mojo back
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By Nadhim Zahawi
CCHQ needs its mojo back
The work of introspection and self-improvement is, like all worthwhile acts of creation, laborious and hard.
It shouldn’t have taken an ITV drama to finally exonerate victims of the Post Office Scandal
Home affairs
By Nadhim Zahawi
It shouldn’t have taken an ITV drama to finally exonerate victims of the Post Office Scandal
“Events, dear boy, events”. Harold Macmillan didn’t know how right he was.
Inheritance tax is bad for families, bad for the economy – and voters hate it
Economy
By Nadhim Zahawi
Inheritance tax is bad for families, bad for the economy – and voters hate it
Party conference season is always an exciting time to set out ideas that can change our country for the better. These ideas shape the vision we have not just for the country we want to live in but, more importantly, for the kind of country we want to leave for our children.
Conservatives Lose Councils In Senior Tory MPs' Patches 
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Conservatives Lose Councils In Senior Tory MPs' Patches 
Liberal Democrats have made headway in councils represented by senior Tories including two former Prime Ministers, an acting Cabinet Minister, and a former Party Chair who was sacked by Rishi Sunak.
Top Stories: Government Department Reshuffle, UK Sends Earthquake Rescue Support
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Top Stories: Government Department Reshuffle, UK Sends Earthquake Rescue Support
The prime minister is expected to announce his first reshuffle of cabinet ministers and government departments since taking office.
Rishi Sunak Pledges 'Fastest Improvement' in NHS Waits, Public Don't Trust Police To Solve Crimes
Health
Rishi Sunak Pledges "Fastest Improvement" in NHS Waits, Public Don't Trust Police To Solve Crimes
Rishi Sunak has today launched a healthcare plan, pledging to deliver the “largest and fastest” improvement in waiting times in the history of the NHS as people face record delays in accessing vital healthcare.
Rishi Sunak Talks Tough On Ethics But Questions Remain Over What He Knew About Nadhim Zahawi Tax Affairs
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Rishi Sunak Talks Tough On Ethics But Questions Remain Over What He Knew About Nadhim Zahawi Tax Affairs
The Prime Minister’s decision to unceremoniously sack Nadhim Zahawi early on Sunday morning is the clearest example yet of his attempt to overturn a growing narrative that while he might be a capable manager, he is unable to take tough political choices.
Nadhim Zahawi Sacked By Rishi Sunak Over Tax Affairs
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Nadhim Zahawi Sacked By Rishi Sunak Over Tax Affairs
The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has sacked Tory party chairman Nadhim Zahawi over "a serious breach of the ministerial code" following an investigation into his tax affairs.
Rishi Sunak Insists He's Following 'Proper Due Process' As Pressure Grows To Sack Nadhim Zahawi 
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Rishi Sunak Insists He's Following "Proper Due Process" As Pressure Grows To Sack Nadhim Zahawi 
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said he believes in “proper due process” in handling questions over Nadhim Zahawi’s tax affairs, as he faces growing pressure to sack the party chair from his Cabinet role.
Nadhim Zahawi's Position Hangs In The Balance, Michael Gove At Northern Conference, Partygate Probe Calls Witnesses
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Nadhim Zahawi's Position Hangs In The Balance, Michael Gove At Northern Conference, Partygate Probe Calls Witnesses
A Conservative peer has joined the chorus of voices questioning Nadhim Zahawi's future as party chair, as he continues to face questions over his tax affairs.
Exasperated Tory MPs Fear Nadhim Zahawi Row Will Overshadow Crunch Weeks For Rishi Sunak
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Exasperated Tory MPs Fear Nadhim Zahawi Row Will Overshadow Crunch Weeks For Rishi Sunak
Nadhim Zahawi remains as Conservative party chair but Tory MPs are worried that unanswered questions over his tax affairs could distract from Rishi Sunak's policy agenda for weeks to come as the party gears up for an already tough set of local elections.
Minister Says There Are 'Significant Questions' Over Zahawi Tax Affairs, 'Partygate' Hearings Set To Begin
Home affairs
Minister Says There Are "Significant Questions" Over Zahawi Tax Affairs, "Partygate" Hearings Set To Begin
A Tory minister has said there are still “significant questions” to answer around Nadhim Zahawi’s tax affairs after a backbench MP publicly called on the Party Chairman to “stand aside”.
Government Accused Of Lacking 'Courage' To Allow Migrants To Fill Workforce Gaps
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Government Accused Of Lacking "Courage" To Allow Migrants To Fill Workforce Gaps
A leading business figure has accused government of being too scared of public backlash to relax migration rules in order to plug workforce gaps, but believes they privately agree it would be the way to resolve the issue.
Why Are Nadhim Zahawi’s Tax Affairs Being Investigated?
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Why Are Nadhim Zahawi’s Tax Affairs Being Investigated?
The Prime Minister has requested an independent investigation into Nadhim Zahawi’s tax affairs after questions were raised over what the Conservative Party chairman had to pay and when.
Rishi Sunak Says He Has 'Full Confidence' In Nadhim Zahawi As Tax Probe Launched
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Rishi Sunak Says He Has "Full Confidence" In Nadhim Zahawi As Tax Probe Launched
The Prime Minister has insisted he has "full confidence" in Conservative Party chairman Nadhim Zahawi after he ordered the government's ethics adviser to launch an investigation into Zahawi's tax affairs.
Rishi Sunak Has Ordered An Investigation Into Nadhim Zahawi's Tax Affairs
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Rishi Sunak Has Ordered An Investigation Into Nadhim Zahawi's Tax Affairs
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has requested that the government's independent ethics adviser launches an investigation into Nadhim Zahawi's tax affairs, noting there are "clearly questions that need answering".
Nadhim Zahawi Under Pressure To Resign Over Tax Affairs, Ambulance Staff Walk Out, Keir Starmer Seeking Chief of Staff
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Nadhim Zahawi Under Pressure To Resign Over Tax Affairs, Ambulance Staff Walk Out, Keir Starmer Seeking Chief of Staff
Labour has called Nadhim Zahawi’s position as Conservative party chairman “completely untenable”, after it was reported that he settled his tax issue with HMRC while he was Chancellor.
James Cleverly Says Ministers' Tax Returns Should Be Confidential As Questions Pile Up Over Nadhim Zahawi
Economy
James Cleverly Says Ministers' Tax Returns Should Be Confidential As Questions Pile Up Over Nadhim Zahawi
It is "right and proper" that the tax affairs of ministers are private, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has said.
Nadhim Zahawi Is Positive About The Tories' Future
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Nadhim Zahawi Is Positive About The Tories' Future
Conservative Party chair Nadhim Zahawi has said Keir Starmer should be “worried” because he is positive about his party's chances at the next election, despite Labour consistently being 20 points or more ahead in the polls.
Nadhim Zahawi Says Government Would Not 'Condone' Qatar LGBTQ Policies After World Cup Row
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Nadhim Zahawi Says Government Would Not "Condone" Qatar LGBTQ Policies After World Cup Row
Conservative Party chairman Nadhim Zahawi has suggested government would not “condone” policies in Qatar, after a Cabinet colleague was described as “tone deaf” for suggesting that LGBTQ fans should be “respectful” of the World Cup host nation, where homosexuality is illegal.
Nadhim Zahawi Warns Tory Rebels “Dither Or Delay Will End In Defeat” In Urgent Call For Unity
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Nadhim Zahawi Warns Tory Rebels “Dither Or Delay Will End In Defeat” In Urgent Call For Unity
Senior minister Nadhim Zahawi has led cabinet calls for unity among Tory MPs, warning that rebels are paving the way for defeat at the next general election.
Chancellor Hails 'Resilience Of UK Economy” Despite Fastest Pay Fall On Record
Economy
Chancellor Hails "Resilience Of UK Economy” Despite Fastest Pay Fall On Record
Nadhim Zahawi has defended new ONS pay and employment figures despite them showing the sharpest real-world drop to the value of wages in light of rising inflation.
Chancellor Says UK Economy Is Facing 'Challenging Times' As Cost Of Living Rises
Economy
Chancellor Says UK Economy Is Facing "Challenging Times" As Cost Of Living Rises
Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi had said that resilience in the private sector "bodes well" for the UK economy despite new warnings of a looming recession.
All The Conservative MPs Through To The First Round Of Voting In The Leadership Race
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All The Conservative MPs Through To The First Round Of Voting In The Leadership Race
The race is on to find a replacement for Boris Johnson after he pledged to step down earlier this week — here are all the Conservative MPs who have made it to the first round of voting, and what their bid is to win support.
Conservative Leadership Candidate Nadhim Zahawi Says He's Unsure How Wealthy He Is
Economy
Conservative Leadership Candidate Nadhim Zahawi Says He's Unsure How Wealthy He Is
Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has admitted he is "wealthy" but doesn't want to get into specifics because he would "probably get it wrong".
Chancellor Of Exchequer Calls For Johnson To Go As Education Secretary Resigns
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Chancellor Of Exchequer Calls For Johnson To Go As Education Secretary Resigns
Two Cabinet minsters who were appointed to their current posts two days ago have called on the Prime Minister to resign as the number of MPs quitting government roles passes 50.
Boris Johnson Vows To 'Keep Going' After Wave Of Resignations
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Boris Johnson Vows To "Keep Going" After Wave Of Resignations
Boris Johnson has vowed to "keep going" during a turbulent Prime Minister's Questions which saw him repeatedly urged to resign from Downing Street.
The Nadhim Zahawi Interview: 'Teachers know the damage strikes will have on children'
Education
By John Johnston
The Nadhim Zahawi Interview: 'Teachers know the damage strikes will have on children'
Nadhim Zahawi faces an uphill battle to get the education system back on track post-Covid. He talks about his approach to recovery – and how he hopes it will boost his party’s fortunes. Photography by Michael Garnett.
Nadhim Zahawi Insists He 'Doesn't Know' Who Initiated A Partygate Meeting Between Sue Gray And Boris Johnson
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Nadhim Zahawi Insists He "Doesn't Know" Who Initiated A Partygate Meeting Between Sue Gray And Boris Johnson
Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi has insisted he “doesn’t know” who initiated a private meeting between Boris Johnson and Sue Gray, the civil servant who has carried out an inquiry into drinking and party culture in Downing Street during the pandemic.
Minister Urges Tory MPs To Vote Against Labour 'Shenanigans' Over Partygate Probe
Coronavirus
Minister Urges Tory MPs To Vote Against Labour "Shenanigans" Over Partygate Probe
Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi has said the Commons should wait for the police to finish their investigation before launching their own Partygate probe.
Nadhim Zahawi Admits Government Must 'Do Better' In Secondary School Catch-Up Learning
Education
Nadhim Zahawi Admits Government Must "Do Better" In Secondary School Catch-Up Learning
Education secretary Nadhim Zahawi has said he believes the government needs to “do better” with post-pandemic catch-up learning in secondary schools.
Education Secretary Pledges To Do 'Everything In My Power' To Keep Schools Open As Covid Cases Rise
Coronavirus
Education Secretary Pledges To Do "Everything In My Power" To Keep Schools Open As Covid Cases Rise
Nadhim Zahawi has said it was a "mistake" to close schools in response to Covid because of the impact on children's education and mental health.
Former Minister Has Accused Government Of Not Taking Islamophobia Claim Seriously
Communities
Former Minister Has Accused Government Of Not Taking Islamophobia Claim Seriously
Former minister Nusrat Ghani has accused the government of not taking her claim that she experienced Islamophobia from a senior member of the party seriously.
Nadhim Zahawi Insists Boris Johnson's Job Is Safe Despite 'Anger And Hurt' Over Parties
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Nadhim Zahawi Insists Boris Johnson's Job Is Safe Despite "Anger And Hurt" Over Parties
The Education Secretary has said the public's anger over a string of allegations of lockdown parties in Downing Street was "not lost on me or my family", but calls for patience over an investigation into the incidents.
Ministers Accused Of Hiding 'Woeful' Lack Of Ex-Teachers Returning To Classrooms To Fill Covid Gaps
Coronavirus
Ministers Accused Of Hiding "Woeful" Lack Of Ex-Teachers Returning To Classrooms To Fill Covid Gaps
Labour has accused ministers of trying to hide what appears to be a scant response to the government's call for former teachers to return to the classroom to cover staff off sick with Covid-19.