Since the Chancellor of the Exchequer's speech, outlining the government's plan to cut taxes and promote economic growth, there has been much attention and questions raised about this new approach. I want to explain to constituents why I support this government's renewed focus on economic growth and ditching Treasury orthodoxy which hasn't delivered for Orpington or our country.

Today the Energy Price Guarantee comes into force to protect you from the gas crisis. This unprecedented action will save the average home around £1,400.

We have known no greater leader and loyal servant than Her Majesty The Queen. Our loss is incalculable with her passing because our love for her is immeasurable. On behalf of Orpington, thank you. We will be forever grateful for your reign. God Save The King.

Orpington MP Gareth Bacon talks to Nigel Farage on GB News about why he is backing Liz Truss to be the next Conservative Party leader and Prime Minister.

Orpington MP Gareth Bacon's speech during the House of Common's confidence debate on Monday 18 July 2022.

Orpington MP Gareth Bacon tells GB News why he is backing Kemi Badenoch to lead the Conservative Party and be our country's next Prime Minister.

I asked the Secretary of State for Education what steps his Department is taking to help ensure political impartiality in schools.

Gareth Bacon MP's speech during the House of Common's debate on the Dissolution and Calling of Parliament Bill.

At Prime Minister's Questions, I asked Boris Johnson to confirm that vulnerable Orpington households ineligible for the council tax rebate will receive other help to pay for their rising energy bills. I'm pleased that the PM confirmed that the £144 million discretionary will enable local authorities like Bromley Council to help vulnerable households that do not pay council tax or are in bands E to H.