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HANSARD UkraineAll of us who have visited Ukraine will know the stoicism of the people. Despite being bombarded night after night, they continue to rebuild, often supported by UK businesses and…15 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI am becoming increasingly concerned about the level of fraud facing individuals and businesses in the UK. Fraud accounts for over 40% of all crime, from online and push payment…04 Sept 2025HANSARD English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillThe right hon. Gentleman has just listed a load of things that the Tories did with devolution. He cannot deny that the reason we need devolution and local government…02 Sept 2025HANSARDNEET: Young PeopleIn Southend West and Leigh, I will soon host a youth day, featuring local star of “The Apprentice” Chisola Chitambala, who is now an apprenticeship coach, among other things. Does…01 Sept 2025HANSARDNEET: Young People20. What steps she is taking to support young people into employment, education or training in Southend West and Leigh constituency.01 Sept 2025HANSARD Middle EastI thank the Foreign Secretary for his statement and his work on this very important matter. Over the summer I received messages from Fossie, Joseph and Alice, three children from…01 Sept 2025HANSARDSir David Amess Summer AdjournmentIt is not lost on me that I have huge shoes to fill in this place, as I stand here representing the constituency that was Sir David Amess’s. I send my thoughts to his wife Lady…22 Jul 2025HANSARD Independent Water CommissionI congratulate the Secretary of State and his team on their steadfast commitment to cleaning up our waterways, and on today’s welcome announcements. My constituents care greatly…21 Jul 2025HANSARD Football Governance Bill [Lords]My hon. Friend will know that my football club, Southend United, nearly disappeared because of mismanagement. Does he agree that the Bill will make sure that we keep these…08 Jul 2025HANSARD NHS 10-Year PlanI thank the Secretary of State for his statement and the 10-year plan, which I welcome. I am already seeing the benefits of this Government’s commitment to reforming the NHS in my…03 Jul 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Vickers. Sadly, there are clear racial inequalities within the mental health system, as in other areas of health, and this must…24 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Ninth sitting)Southend West.24 Jun 2025HANSARD Pride MonthI draw Members to my declarations of interest. As many of us know, the Pride movement started with the Stonewall riots in 1969, but some people now see Pride as a party. It…23 Jun 2025HANSARD Pride MonthAbsolutely. I celebrate York Pride, and I thank its organisers for what they contribute. We stand up against discrimination at Pride events and outside; it is unacceptable. I have…23 Jun 2025HANSARD Pride MonthI agree with what my hon. Friend is saying; these are normal people in our communities. Does she agree that it is really important that we are allies of these people and that we…23 Jun 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillThis is my first time speaking to the Bill, so I want to start by thanking my hon. Friend the Member for Spen Valley (Kim Leadbeater) for having the courage to bring forward such…20 Jun 2025HANSARDTerminally Ill Adults (End of Life) BillI will not, because I want other Members to be able to speak. I supported the Bill on Second Reading, to allow the debate to move forward and with the hope of satisfying my…20 Jun 2025HANSARDMental Health Bill [ Lords ] (Seventh sitting)It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Desmond. Again, I reflect on stories that I have heard from local constituents on the issues that are being addressed in the…19 Jun 2025HANSARDBanning Conversion Practices1. What steps she is taking to ban conversion practices.18 Jun 2025HANSARDBanning Conversion PracticesSince the Supreme Court ruling, many trans people have felt discrimination and a loss of their rights despite still being protected under the Equality Act 2010. I am pleased to…18 Jun 2025