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HANSARDGCSE and A-Level Top GradesOn this Government’s watch the attainment gap between the richest and poorest students has rocketed. Since 2019 alone, GCSE students on free school meals have fallen behind their…06 Sept 2021HANSARDGCSE and A-Level Top Grades14. What assessment he has made of the variation in the proportion of top grades awarded for GCSEs and A-levels between (a) private, (b) free and (c) other state schools in 2021.06 Sept 2021HANSARDBusiness of the HouseA group of my constituents have reported their employer, Horizon Care Homes Ltd, to the Pensions Regulator for allegedly failing to pay its pension contributions into the…08 Jul 2021HANSARDMinimum Wage Non-complianceThe Low Pay Commission has called on the Government to recruit a new director of labour market enforcement as an urgent priority, but the Government have dragged their feet for…06 Jul 2021HANSARDMinimum Wage Non-complianceWhat steps he is taking to tackle minimum wage non-compliance in the labour market.06 Jul 2021HANSARDBritish SteelThe UK steel sector supports over 30,000 jobs, many of which are in Sheffield, my home town, and the Government have described the industry as “vital”. Can the Minister explain,…05 Jul 2021HANSARDBritish SteelIf he will make it his policy to use British steel in future defence projects.05 Jul 2021HANSARDSafe Streets for AllI start by congratulating Dr Alan Billings on his re-election as Labour’s South Yorkshire police and crime commissioner. Against a backdrop of immensely challenging circumstances,…17 May 2021HANSARD Domestic Abuse BillI express my commiserations to the Queen, the royal family and, of course, the family of our very own Dame Cheryl Gillan. I really welcome the Bill: it is a huge step in the right…15 Apr 2021HANSARDDomestic ViolenceIn 2020, domestic abuse-related crime surged by 9%, but referrals to the CPS fell by 19%. We know that the CPS is under enormous pressure to clear the backlog caused by covid-19.…18 Mar 2021HANSARDDomestic ViolenceWhat steps he has taken to increase the number of prosecutions relating to domestic violence.18 Mar 2021HANSARDSupport for VeteransWhat recent discussions he has had with representatives of military charities on improving support for veterans throughout the UK.15 Mar 2021HANSARDSupport for VeteransThe extra £10 million allocated in the Budget to supporting veterans’ mental health is a welcome step that the Opposition have been calling for. However, there is still a large…15 Mar 2021HANSARDBusiness of the HouseThe vaccine roll-out is the most important national mission our country has undertaken in decades. While more and more people are being inoculated every day, I am concerned that…04 Mar 2021HANSARDYemen: Aid FundingThe world’s largest humanitarian crisis is getting worse. Blockades of ports and airports are restricting vital humanitarian aid getting to the 80% of the population who need it.…02 Mar 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Cultural and Entertainment SectorsA little over a year ago, the streets of Sheffield were lined with open doors leading to theatres, cinemas and museums, which form the cultural heart of our city. Because of…02 Mar 2021HANSARDYemenThis year will mark the seventh anniversary of the start of the war in Yemen, which has led to the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. UNICEF has described Yemen as “a…08 Feb 2021HANSARDFar-right Online Conspiracy TheoriesTo tackle far-right extremism and conspiracy theories that undermine our vaccine roll-out, new legislation is urgently needed. Social media companies must take responsibility for…04 Feb 2021HANSARDFar-right Online Conspiracy TheoriesWhat steps he is taking to prevent the spread of far-right conspiracy theories online.04 Feb 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsTaxi drivers in my constituency have gone above and beyond the call of duty during the pandemic to provide safe and reliable transport for essential journeys. However, some have…28 Jan 2021