Treasury
Chris calls on Chancellor to push defence R&D
An increase in defence spending offers an opportunity to address our national security, economic and fiscal challenges together.
24 Sep 2026
Shaping economic policy
Treasury
Treasury Committee Inquiry recommends longer OBR forecast horizons
I have been advocating for better long term economy policy making on the Treasury Committee.
23 Sep 2026
Treasury
Chris challenges HMRC on taxpayers money
I questioned the head of HMRC on Treasury Committee.
11 Sep 2026
Treasury
Chris questions Bank of England on current issues
I asked the Governor about the 1844 Bank Charter Act
9 Sep 2026
Treasury
Chris pushes new head of OBR on long term forecasts
I asked the new head of the OBR why he is sceptical about long-term horizon forecasts.
17 Aug 2026
Treasury
Chris calls on government to commit to defence bonds
Defence bonds would be a powerful way to increase R&D and raise economic growth.
18 Jun 2026