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HANSARDInfected Blood Compensation Scheme18. What recent progress he has made on the infected blood compensation scheme.10 Jul 2025HANSARDInfected Blood Compensation SchemeI thank the Minister for his answer and for the response to yesterday’s report. I speak today on behalf of one of my constituents, a core participant in the inquiry, who was…10 Jul 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.10 Jul 2025HANSARD Resident Doctors: Industrial ActionI thank the Secretary of State for his statement and the ongoing work to get the NHS back on its feet after it was pushed to the brink under the previous Government. Strikes…10 Jul 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe first Shiremoor children’s treat took place in 1907. Last weekend—118 years later—I was delighted to attend this year’s treat. Local schools like Shiremoor, Holystone and…10 Jul 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI recently visited Concordia leisure centre in Cramlington, and as well as seeing the leisure facilities, I heard at first hand about the services it offers, such as SEND swimming…03 Jul 2025HANSARDSecure 16 to 19 Academies BillI thank my hon. Friend for that intervention. I think that the success of these schools is absolutely dependent on them being properly integrated with local services, as he…02 Jul 2025HANSARDSecure 16 to 19 Academies BillIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Mundell. Secure schools are a new form of custody for children and young people. Secure 16 to 19 academies have already been…02 Jul 2025HANSARDSecure 16 to 19 Academies BillI thank the Minister for those remarks and for the support of the Government. Similarly, I thank Members from across the House for their constructive remarks and for their support…02 Jul 2025HANSARDSupporting Veterans16. What steps he is taking to support veterans.30 Jun 2025HANSARDSupporting VeteransA local charity in my area supporting women veterans was recently working with a woman who was rehomed in general purpose supported accommodation for veterans in Scotland. The…30 Jun 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThis Government have secured record investment in the NHS, which for local people across my constituency means more appointments, earlier diagnosis and access to efficient,…26 Jun 2025HANSARDEngagementsGrowth needs to be delivered and felt in all parts of the country, and the infrastructure strategy, changes to the Green Book and the £1.8 billion secured for the north-east are a…25 Jun 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseWith the lighter nights comes fear for some as antisocial behaviour upticks, causing real misery in some communities. I recently joined the Killingworth neighbourhood police team…19 Jun 2025HANSARD Transport Infrastructure: Cramlington and KillingworthI beg to move, That this House has considered transport infrastructure in Cramlington and Killingworth constituency. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Stringer. I…17 Jun 2025HANSARD Transport Infrastructure: Cramlington and KillingworthI appreciate the hon. Gentleman’s advocacy for his communities. However, I am afraid that communities like mine have missed out year after year after year. No matter who the Prime…17 Jun 2025HANSARD Transport Infrastructure: Cramlington and KillingworthMy hon. Friend is absolutely right about the impact that such infrastructure has, not just on people in my constituency but on those across Northumberland and North Tyneside. His…17 Jun 2025HANSARD Transport Infrastructure: Cramlington and KillingworthI absolutely agree with the hon. Member—it is as if he has seen the key points of my speech. This is a critical piece of infrastructure in my area for all the reasons he said and…17 Jun 2025HANSARD Transport Infrastructure: Cramlington and KillingworthMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. This investment is critical now, but if we want to see the growth that we need in business and in housing developments for our constituents in…17 Jun 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseI recently had the privilege of meeting the Seaton Sluice defibrillator group—an amazing group of volunteers who have managed to secure funding for 16 defibrillators in the…12 Jun 2025