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HANSARD Autumn Statement ResolutionsIt is a pleasure to follow the hon. Member for Wallasey (Dame Angela Eagle). As I listened to her speech, I came to the conclusion that we have something in common: we both seem…22 Nov 2023HANSARDIllegal ImmigrationI warmly welcome my fellow Essex colleague to his place and wish him every success. I welcome his commitment to a tough but fair policy on immigration. The people of Southend are…15 Nov 2023HANSARDRenters (Reform) Bill (First sitting)Can I declare that I am also the joint owner of two properties that are let out, but are held in trust?14 Nov 2023HANSARDBuilding an NHS Fit for the FutureOn behalf of the people of the city of Southend and Leigh-on-Sea, I wish to express my gratitude and respect for His Majesty. Her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth II is still much…13 Nov 2023HANSARDBuilding an NHS Fit for the FutureI entirely agree with my hon. Friend, and he has brought me neatly to my next point. The brilliant Belfairs and French’s pharmacies in Leigh-on-Sea are run by an inspirational…13 Nov 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseSpeeding and antisocial driving continue to blight Chalkwell and Leigh-on-Sea, with boy racers using illegal exhausts hurtling down our seafront at all times of the day and night.…09 Nov 2023HANSARDFootball RegulationI congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing this debate on such an important topic. Southend United football club is the heart of the new city of Southend, but it has had a…08 Nov 2023HANSARDBus Services5. What steps he is taking to support bus services.26 Oct 2023HANSARDBus ServicesI thank the Minister for that reply, and for his recent visit to Southend West. He is very aware that last year, elderly residents were left stranded, literally overnight, when…26 Oct 2023HANSARDTopical QuestionsT6. Chalkwell station in beautiful Leigh-on-Sea has 40 steep steps to get up from and down to the platform; it is 100% inaccessible. I was told last year by the Treasury that work…26 Oct 2023HANSARD OsteoporosisThe hon. Lady is making a critical speech on osteoporosis treatment and support, and on absolutely the right day as well, when her campaign goes national. Is she aware that one in…26 Oct 2023HANSARD OsteoporosisI congratulate the hon. Member for Bradford South (Judith Cummins) on securing this debate. She has made a brilliant speech on a critical topic. As she brilliantly points out,…26 Oct 2023HANSARD Future of the NHSIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Pritchard. I congratulate the hon. Member for Wirral West (Margaret Greenwood) on securing this important debate. I want to…24 Oct 2023HANSARD Future of the NHSMy hon. Friend makes an extremely valid point. It is how we get the investment through the state bureaucracy that is so important. I thank the Minister very much indeed for his…24 Oct 2023HANSARD Renters (Reform) BillMy hon. Friend is making an important point. The people of Southend West are great animal lovers, and many have written to me to say that they have not been allowed to have a pet…23 Oct 2023HANSARDWorker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) BillI thank the hon. Lady for giving way, because she is making a very important speech. Protecting people, especially women, from harassment is hugely important. The Government have…20 Oct 2023HANSARD Business of the HouseI thank all Members for their wonderful tributes to my incredible predecessor Sir David Amess. Last Sunday was, of course, a sad day for Southend, and I know their comments will…19 Oct 2023HANSARDAntisocial Behaviour11. What recent progress her Department has made on reducing antisocial behaviour.18 Sept 2023HANSARDAntisocial BehaviourI thank the Home Secretary very much for her recent visit to Southend, where she met the excellent police, fire and crime commissioner Roger Hirst and our excellent chief…18 Sept 2023HANSARDFootball and DementiaI thank the right hon. Member for Ross, Skye and Lochaber (Ian Blackford) for securing this important debate. As the MP for the city of Southend, I am very aware that Southend is…14 Sept 2023