Dangerous things, election promises! In the run up to the general election, I made the commitment that if I were to be elected MP for Carlisle, I would cycle from my constituency to Westminster...To say it was a challenge is an understatement...

- Published in 'The House', No. 1366, Vol 36, November 29th 2010 -

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The topic of elected mayors is a significant one, and yet despite its enormous potential to profoundly affect our democracy, it often tends to fly below the radar. Politicians and commentators alike have largely underestimated the potential impact that widespread acceptance of Elected Mayors could have on British politics.

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It makes a lot of sense for John Stevenson to have been approached for the position as chair of the Parliamentary food group; his North West constituency of Carlisle is home to a host of food producers among manufacturers of all sizes...

- Published on 'www.themanufacturer.com'

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John Stevenson has just delivered the first maiden speech to be given by a Conservative Member of Parliament for Carlisle since 1959. Traditionally, a maiden speech is not interrupted and is not controversial.

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