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Robert Buckland is an ex-Conservative MP and former Cabinet minister.

Sir Robert Buckland: Politicians Who 'Bleat On' About Overdiagnosis 'Literally Don't Know What They're Talking About'
Education
By Matilda Martin
Sir Robert Buckland: Politicians Who "Bleat On" About Overdiagnosis "Literally Don't Know What They're Talking About"
Former cabinet minister Robert Buckland, a SEND campaigner and parent to an autistic child, speaks to Matilda Martin about why the government’s approach could fail those with the most complex needs, and what lessons can be learned from mistakes made by the Tories
The sinister empty vessel that is Donald Trump: Robert Buckland reviews 'The Apprentice'
Books & culture
By Robert Buckland
The sinister empty vessel that is Donald Trump: Robert Buckland reviews 'The Apprentice'
A study of the relationship between ruthless New York lawyer Roy Cohn and his impressionable protégé, 'The Apprentice' succeeds in conveying Donald Trump's emotionally barren character
As a Tory, I hope for the world's sake that Kamala Harris wins
Foreign affairs
By Robert Buckland
As a Tory, I hope for the world's sake that Kamala Harris wins
My trip to the US hammered home just what a nasty presidential election we have in store. But it is a vital one, too, and as a Conservative who identifies with the traditions of Eisenhower and Reagan, I hope Kamala Harris wins.
Former Tory Cabinet Minister Is Campaigning For Kamala Harris
Foreign affairs
Former Tory Cabinet Minister Is Campaigning For Kamala Harris
A former Tory Cabinet minister has been to the US to campaign for Democrat candidates because, he says, Donald Trump "flies in the face" of his conservative values.
Every school needs a mental health professional
Health
By Robert Buckland
Every school needs a mental health professional
The Government has taken vital steps to improve mental health services in our schools, but more needs to be done to keep pace with the size of the challenge.
To win the election, we must revive One Nation Conservatism
Political parties
By Robert Buckland
To win the election, we must revive One Nation Conservatism
As we enter a general election year, it is right for Conservatives to think not just about the eddies and swirls of immediate politics but where we want our country to move in the next five years.
Senior Tory Wants To Make The Rwanda Bill Less Of A Legal 'Glass Jaw'
Home affairs
Senior Tory Wants To Make The Rwanda Bill Less Of A Legal "Glass Jaw"
Senior Conservative MP Robert Buckland says his amendments to Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill will stop the legislation being a "glass jaw" by making it less legally problematic.
MP Calls For Neurodiverse People To Be Protected With Mental Health Reforms
Health
MP Calls For Neurodiverse People To Be Protected With Mental Health Reforms
Conservative MP Robert Buckland has urged the government to honour its 2019 manifesto commitment and include the “generational” Mental Health Bill in the King’s Speech next week, in order to end the “injustice” of people with learning disabilities and neurodiverse diagnoses such as autism from being detained in mental health hospitals.
Do we really want to be the only democratic nation to ever leave the ECHR?
Home affairs
By Robert Buckland
Do we really want to be the only democratic nation to ever leave the ECHR?
The small boats issue continues to dominate the summer headlines. The movement of large numbers across the Channel in dangerous and often overcrowded vessels is a genuine point of concern for the public when it comes to the effectiveness of our border controls.
Government Warned Against Allowing Big Tech Firms To 'Dictate' AI Policy
Technology
Government Warned Against Allowing Big Tech Firms To "Dictate" AI Policy
Alex Davies-Jones, Shadow Minister for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, has said “big players” in the tech industry should not be “dictating” to government how artificial intelligence policy should look and that urgent regulation is needed, in response to a damning new report by the Ada Lovelace Institute.
The Northern Ireland Protocol Bill no longer has any legal justification
Brexit
By Robert Buckland
The Northern Ireland Protocol Bill no longer has any legal justification
Resolving the complex issue of the Northern Ireland Protocol is not only desirable, but absolutely necessary. Not only for domestic reasons, but also for the United Kingdom's international position. 
Tory MP Accuses Rishi Sunak Of “Organised Hypocrisy” By Stopping Asylum Seekers Working
Home affairs
Tory MP Accuses Rishi Sunak Of “Organised Hypocrisy” By Stopping Asylum Seekers Working
Former justice secretary Robert Buckland has urged the Prime Minister to scrap rules banning people who are waiting for an asylum claim to be processed from working legally in the UK.
Senior Tories Suggest Government Should Negotiate With Nurses On Pay As Thousands Strike
Health
Senior Tories Suggest Government Should Negotiate With Nurses On Pay As Thousands Strike
A number of prominent Conservative MPs have urged government to re-open pay talks with the nurses union as thousands of healthcare workers went on strike today.
Rishi Sunak Accused Of Being 'Extremely Aggressive' During Tory Leadership Debate
Economy
Rishi Sunak Accused Of Being "Extremely Aggressive" During Tory Leadership Debate
Conservative leadership hopeful Rishi Sunak has been accused of being "extremely aggressive" and "mansplaining" during a fiery TV debate with fellow contender Liz Truss.
No-fault divorce is finally law – but there is more we can do
Social affairs
By Robert Buckland
No-fault divorce is finally law – but there is more we can do
It’s been a long time coming, but the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act, finally came into effect at 10am yesterday.
Sponsorship Scheme For Ukrainian Refugees Needed “In Hours” Not Weeks, Says Top Tory
Political parties
Sponsorship Scheme For Ukrainian Refugees Needed “In Hours” Not Weeks, Says Top Tory
Former Cabinet minister Robert Buckland has called on government to publish details of the sponsorship scheme for Ukrainian refugees in “hours” and is “deeply impatient” for it to get up and running.
“A man of true integrity”. Robert Buckland pays tribute to James Brokenshire
Obituaries
By Robert Buckland
“A man of true integrity”. Robert Buckland pays tribute to James Brokenshire
Whilst James would laugh at himself, and there were plenty of times when we would have a very good laugh indeed, he cared deeply about getting things right - the very essence of public service and the true mark of the man.
Partner content
Home affairs
By Bar Council
Bar Council reaction to eighth Justice Secretary since 2010
The Bar Council have responded to today's government reshuffle.
Robert Buckland Defends Boris Johnson Over Refusal To Sack Senior Ministers
Political parties
Robert Buckland Defends Boris Johnson Over Refusal To Sack Senior Ministers
The justice secretary has defended the Prime Minister over his refusal to sack Matt Hancock last week amid the fallout from the health secretary’s resignation over the weekend.
Justice Secretary Warns BBC That Apology Over Princess Diana Interview Is 'Not The End Of It'
Culture
Justice Secretary Warns BBC That Apology Over Princess Diana Interview Is "Not The End Of It"
Robert Buckland has said the probe into the broadcaster's conduct raised "very serious questions" about its governance.
Robert Buckland interview: the impossible prisons dilemma
Coronavirus
By Kate Proctor
Robert Buckland interview: the impossible prisons dilemma
Justice secretary Robert Buckland defends his handling of the Covid pandemic in prisons, explains Nightingale courts are here to stay and has an open mind when it comes to bringing youth custody provision back under state control. Kate Proctor reports.
A Minister Has Suggested Pupils And Parents Will Be A High Priority Group When Testing Is Rationed
Coronavirus
A Minister Has Suggested Pupils And Parents Will Be A High Priority Group When Testing Is Rationed
Pupils and their parents will be in the highest priority group after NHS and care staff for coronavirus testing when rationing is introduced shortly, the justice secretary has suggested.
Robert Buckland Says He Won't Resign From The Cabinet For Allowing The Government To Break International Law
Brexit
Robert Buckland Says He Won't Resign From The Cabinet For Allowing The Government To Break International Law
Justice Secretary Robert Buckland has been accused of not fulfilling “his oath to stand up for the rule of law” after suggesting he was willing to go along with Boris Johnson’s plan to break an international treaty.
Coronavirus: MPs warn of access-to-justice crisis as two-thirds of solicitors face going bust by autumn
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: MPs warn of access-to-justice crisis as two-thirds of solicitors face going bust by autumn
MPs have warned that the effects of the coronavirus pandemic could leave many with “no access to real justice” as up to 5,000 legal firms face going bust.
Justice Secretary urged to abandon plan to cut jury trials in bid to deal with coronavirus backlog
Coronavirus
Justice Secretary urged to abandon plan to cut jury trials in bid to deal with coronavirus backlog
Justice Secretary Robert Buckland has been urged to row back on plans to temporarily cut the number of trials held in front of a jury.
Ministers announce plans to end privatisation of probation services in major overhaul of Grayling-era reforms
Coronavirus
Ministers announce plans to end privatisation of probation services in major overhaul of Grayling-era reforms
Ministers have announced plans to nationalise probation services in England and Wales, marking an end to reforms brought in by former Justice Secretary Chris Grayling.
MPs back no-fault divorce bill despite Tory rebellion over ‘undermining marriage’
Coronavirus
MPs back no-fault divorce bill despite Tory rebellion over ‘undermining marriage’
A bill paving the way for “no-fault” divorces in England and Wales has been backed by MPs despite concerns from some Conservatives.
Coronavirus: Cabinet minister admits Government chose to prioritise testing in NHS over care homes
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Cabinet minister admits Government chose to prioritise testing in NHS over care homes
The Government has been accused of leaving the “most vulnerable people out at sea without a life raft” after a Cabinet minister admitted they chose to prioritise testing in the NHS over care homes.
Minister says BAME workers could be asked to step back from NHS frontline amid fears coronavirus having disproportionate impact
Coronavirus
Minister says BAME workers could be asked to step back from NHS frontline amid fears coronavirus having disproportionate impact
The Government will do “whatever it takes” to protect black, asian and minority ethnic NHS staff from the coronavirus, Cabinet minister Robert Buckland has declared, as hospital leaders were advised to reallocate staff who may be disproportionately hit by the disease.
Courts facing record backlogs over coronavirus outbreak, think tank warns
Coronavirus
Courts facing record backlogs over coronavirus outbreak, think tank warns
Prisons and courts are facing record overcrowding and backlogs as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, a think tank has said
Coronavirus: Justice Secretary warns police not to ‘single out’ people on social media for lockdown breaches
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Justice Secretary warns police not to ‘single out’ people on social media for lockdown breaches
Police officers should not be “singling out” people on social media for flouting the Government’s coronavirus lockdown, the Justice Secretary has said.