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HANSARDMyalgic EncephalomyelitisI absolutely agree.19 Nov 2025HANSARDMyalgic EncephalomyelitisMy constituent’s experience builds into the bigger picture of a healthcare system that is simply not set up to support those with the most complex and devastating conditions.…19 Nov 2025HANSARDMyalgic EncephalomyelitisI absolutely agree with my hon. Friend. Although I welcome the Government’s final delivery plan for ME and chronic fatigue syndrome, and I recognise the contribution of the ME…19 Nov 2025HANSARDPoints of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. During my remarks last week I said that Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People had entered administration, but the process has…18 Nov 2025HANSARDWarm Home Discount: Fuel PovertyThe previous Conservative Government’s failure to invest in renewable energy and insulate our homes led directly to the energy crisis. We know that cold homes drive excessive…18 Nov 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseQueen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People, a charity based in my constituency with nationwide partners, has been active for over 90 years. It has gone into administration…13 Nov 2025HANSARD Remembrance Day: Armed ForcesYes, I agree that injured personnel require support. While casevacing casualties from the frontline, Eddy’s vehicle was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade and he lost his left arm…11 Nov 2025HANSARD Remembrance Day: Armed ForcesToday we remember the courage, sacrifice and unwavering duty of those who have served and continue to serve in our armed forces. As a veteran myself, it is an honour to represent…11 Nov 2025HANSARDPoints of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. I have previously inadvertently stated that the Government had pledged £1.2 million towards the strategic health alliance and UK-Ukraine…11 Nov 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsPeople’s experiences of medical discharge from the armed forces vary significantly, and too often it fails those who need the support most. What steps is the Minister taking to…03 Nov 2025HANSARD Ageing and End-of-life CareI congratulate the hon. Member for Strangford (Jim Shannon) on securing this important debate. It is well known that our population is ageing, with the latest census showing that…30 Oct 2025HANSARDProperty Service ChargesI just want to add one more case study to the plethora that have already been provided today. I have a resident who has a one-bed flat who saw their charges rise by thousands of…30 Oct 2025HANSARD Support for Disabled VeteransIt is great that my hon. Friend has secured this debate. Nearly half of UK veterans report being disabled. That figure is far higher than it is for the general population. Many of…28 Oct 2025HANSARD Support for Disabled VeteransI thank the hon. and gallant Minister for giving way and I congratulate her on her position. I recently met representatives of the charity Combat Stress, which is based in my…28 Oct 2025HANSARD World Stroke DayIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Vaz. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Twickenham (Munira Wilson) for securing this important and timely debate and for her…28 Oct 2025HANSARDRegulation and Inspection of Funeral ServicesThe hon. Member sheds a light on an area that I have only just come to, and that was through a piece of casework. It was absolutely devastating to receive a piece of casework…27 Oct 2025HANSARD UkraineI have just returned from Ukraine, where I learned at first hand about the challenges that both the military and the emergency services face in dealing with unexploded ordnance; I…15 Oct 2025HANSARDChildren with SEND: Assessments and SupportFour-year-old Maeve lives in my constituency and has cerebral palsy. She requires constant care, is unable to walk, has limited speech and has multiple ongoing medical conditions…15 Sept 2025HANSARD UK Ambassador to the US: Appointment ProcessOur thoughts are with the friends and families of the victims of 9/11. I also express my regret and sadness at the murder of Charlie Kirk, and I hope that the hon. Member for…11 Sept 2025HANSARD Bus Services (No. 2) Bill [Lords]The E5 bus service for Langley Vale in my constituency has a woefully inadequate timetable and a route that does not stop at the local hospital. Local bus routes are simply not…10 Sept 2025