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HANSARDTopical QuestionsMoor Farm roundabout in Cramlington is not for the faint-hearted. In fact, many of my residents have told me that they actively avoid it. That is exactly why I had the roundabout…16 May 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseThe Leader of the House may be aware that Cramlington, which is in my constituency and is one of the largest towns in Northumberland, lacks a police station. Its stand-alone…16 May 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsCramlington has a world-leading pharmaceutical company, Organon, which employs 700 people and produces medicine for the UK market as well as abroad, with a particular focus on…07 May 2024HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian Situation9. What steps he is taking to help get more aid into Gaza.30 Apr 2024HANSARDGaza: Humanitarian SituationWhen Putin invaded Ukraine, the people of Blyth, Cramlington and Seaton Valley came together and generously gave what they could spare. With help from local companies, such as…30 Apr 2024HANSARDDefence SpendingI thank the Secretary of State for the announcement of 2.5% in defence spending by 2030. Will my right hon. Friend acknowledge the fantastic effort delivered by our reserve…24 Apr 2024HANSARDEngagementsA recent BBC news article raised fears that Blyth could become a ghost town, as we see our shopping centre close, to be replaced by a new higher education facility. Residents are…17 Jan 2024HANSARD Rural TransportOn that point, in Northumberland we have the Northumberland line which is going to connect Ashington through Blyth and Seaton Valley into Newcastle, and that will go two ways: it…08 Jan 2024HANSARDTransport Connectivity: North of England9. What steps he is taking to increase transport connectivity between cities in the north of England.14 Dec 2023HANSARDTransport Connectivity: North of EnglandI am delighted consultation has now taken place regarding a relief road for Blyth, which is badly needed. As a result of the proposed plans, which could see the closure of an…14 Dec 2023HANSARDSocioeconomic Equality14. What steps the Government are taking to help ensure socioeconomic equality.13 Dec 2023HANSARDSocioeconomic EqualityThis Conservative Government have done more for the people of Blyth Valley than any other Government— [ Laughter. ] And they have brought much needed investment in employment…13 Dec 2023HANSARDSocioeconomic EqualityThank you, Mr Speaker. This Conservative Government have done more for the people of Blyth Valley than any other Government and have brought much needed investment in employment…13 Dec 2023HANSARDFood Security: Developing Countries13. What steps he has taken to help improve food security in developing countries.18 Jul 2023HANSARDFood Security: Developing CountriesThe devastating war in Ukraine and the destruction of its agricultural sector has sadly meant that, at the start of 2023, roughly one in three Ukrainian families were classified…18 Jul 2023HANSARDBattery Sector10. What steps her Department is taking to support the battery sector.29 Jun 2023HANSARDBattery SectorWe know that the United Kingdom needs more battery production facilities in order to achieve net zero and build an automotive industry that is fit for the future. On the Blyth…29 Jun 2023HANSARDSerious Violent Crime Prosecutions11. What steps the Crown Prosecution Service is taking to support the prosecution of serious violent crime.25 May 2023HANSARDSerious Violent Crime ProsecutionsMy constituents and I have been deeply shaken by recent incidents of violent crime in my constituency. Losing a loved one to senseless violence is a tragedy that no one should…25 May 2023HANSARDPublic Procurement: Value for Money15. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to ensure value for money in public procurement spending.11 May 2023