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HANSARDDefence Investment PlanAs a Navy mum, I associate myself with the Minister’s condolences on the three tragic deaths of our Navy personnel. While I understand the frustration with the DIP delay, 14 years…10 Jun 2026HANSARD Coastal Communities: Government SupportI represent a coastal city that has high levels of deprivation and inequality. Unlike your beaches, none of ours are blue flag—01 Jun 2026HANSARD Coastal Communities: Government SupportMy apologies—I meant my hon. Friend’s beaches.01 Jun 2026HANSARD Coastal Communities: Government SupportDoes my hon. Friend agree that, as well as housing, education is vital, and that is really missing in coastal communities, so our constituencies are often seen at the bottom of…01 Jun 2026HANSARD Health BillI do not think there is a single person who thinks the current recording system is working. Navigating this system, whether as a patient, a family member or indeed an MP on behalf…01 Jun 2026HANSARDDefence ReadinessIt is always a privilege to speak in this House and to represent the people of Portsmouth, a proud naval city built on service, innovation and hard work. As Portsmouth marks 100…20 May 2026HANSARDDefence ReadinessThe hon. Gentleman makes some valuable points. This second King’s Speech provides an opportunity to go further to continue to renew our contract and commitment to our armed…20 May 2026HANSARDDefence ReadinessDoes the hon. Member agree that, had his Government not got rid of shipbuilding in my city but instead put some plans into place, we may well have been able to continue to build…20 May 2026HANSARDCriminal Justice System: Support for Men and BoysAs the founding member of the Labour group for men and boys, I welcome the Government’s focus on prevention opportunity, because supporting men and boys is not zero sum; it…19 May 2026HANSARDLord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble AddressI would like to thank the ISC and the Foreign Affairs Committee for their roles in this process. Although it has not been mentioned today, would the Chief Secretary to the Prime…19 May 2026HANSARDCriminal Justice System: Support for Men and Boys14. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support men and boys through the criminal justice system.19 May 2026HANSARDPoints of OrderOn a point of order, Mr Speaker. The right hon. Member for Newark (Robert Jenrick) visited my constituency yesterday without notifying me. This is not the first time that the…29 Apr 2026HANSARDApprenticeshipsThis month I launched a space apprenticeship pilot in Portsmouth North, bringing together Airbus and the Solent Growth Partnership to ensure that candidates who narrowly miss out…27 Apr 2026HANSARD Pension SchemesBefore I ask my question, I would just like to welcome back Andy. He gives us a great deal of service in this Chamber. It is good to see him back. [Hon. Members: “Hear, hear.”] I…22 Apr 2026HANSARDGovernment Procurement StrategyLike me, many in Portsmouth will welcome today’s announcement, particularly the new shipbuilding framework and the commitment to reward bids that deliver local jobs and skills.…22 Apr 2026HANSARD English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillIt is a privilege to speak tonight in support of two specific areas of the Bill that will directly affect my constituents in Portsmouth North. First, I welcome the strengthening…21 Apr 2026HANSARDMiddle East: Economic UpdateI thank the Chancellor for her statement and for the work she is doing at this globally difficult time. As a proud coastal, naval and defence city, Portsmouth understands that…21 Apr 2026HANSARD Crime and Policing BillI am very proud of my city and proud to be a resident, but my constituents tell me at my coffee mornings, at “Pint with your MP” events, at surgeries and on the doorsteps that…20 Apr 2026HANSARDSmall Churches10. What steps the Church of England has taken to support small churches.16 Apr 2026HANSARDSmall ChurchesSt Nicholas, Hilsea, in Portsmouth is not a rural church; is a low-income parish in a city. It is trying to replace a much-loved community hub that had to be demolished in 2020,…16 Apr 2026