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HANSARD Criminal Courts: Independent ReviewI have picked out the main recommendations in the report that I cannot agree with. There are 45 recommendations in the Leveson report and some of them could go some way, but…14 Oct 2025HANSARDBaby LossI thank my hon. Friend for highlighting the trust that Donna Ockenden has built through the work she has done, with those Sussex families, and indeed families in Nottingham,…13 Oct 2025HANSARDCommunity-led HousingIn my Chichester constituency, a lack of available land drives high-density schemes in rural villages that lack the necessary infrastructure, and the schemes quickly become…13 Oct 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT8. Since 2021, Chichester Crown court has been used as a Nightingale court to catch up with the huge backlog of cases. As court delays continue to slow down our justice system,…16 Sept 2025HANSARDChildren with SEND: Assessments and SupportMy hon. Friend is absolutely right. Many schools that I have spoken to in my constituency say they cannot fund a full-time SENCO; instead, they might share them with other primary…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT7. Chichester city centre has seen a rise in antisocial behaviour, in particular by those on e-bikes and e-scooters. Residents are understandably concerned about such bikes,…15 Sept 2025HANSARDChildren with SEND: Assessments and SupportI thank the Petitions Committee for accepting this debate. The e-petition received over 200 signatures from my constituents in Chichester. It is a pleasure to see the Minister in…15 Sept 2025HANSARD Russian Drones: Violation of Polish AirspaceI put on record my respect for the bravery of the Ukrainian children Vladyslav, Valeriia and Roman who came to Parliament last night to share their stories as survivors of Putin’s…10 Sept 2025HANSARD Palestine Action: Proscription and ProtestsGiven the scale of arrests over the weekend and the Minister stating that he has no intention to review legislation, will he commit instead to an independent review of the use of…08 Sept 2025HANSARDAdoption and Special Guardianship Support FundI put on record my thanks to my hon. Friend for her tireless campaigning on this specific issue, on behalf of us all. Providers such as Beacon House, which also serves my…04 Sept 2025HANSARD Early Education and ChildcareI thank the Minister for his statement. Maintained nurseries such as Chichester nursery school provide bespoke support for children, especially those with special educational…04 Sept 2025HANSARD Hospitality SectorThe hon. Gentleman is absolutely right to reflect the importance of coastal communities in driving the Government’s growth agenda. My constituency has the coastal community of…03 Sept 2025HANSARD English Devolution and Community Empowerment BillThe Sussex mayoral elections that are due to take place in May next year will use the current first-past-the-post system rather than the proposed system that the Government say…02 Sept 2025HANSARDDefibrillatorsI thank the hon. Member for Bishop Auckland (Sam Rushworth) for securing this vital debate on such an important topic. The impact of heart conditions is felt acutely by so many…02 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsCarers across the country have launched a protest from home today, with the Carers Trust. Their faces are projected on screens around Parliament Square because they are unable to…22 Jul 2025HANSARD10-Year Health Plan: Perinatal Mental HealthOver the weekend, The Guardian reported that the number of women dying in the perinatal period had risen sharply since 2015. Families that have been failed, and health…22 Jul 2025HANSARD Independent Water CommissionI thank the Secretary of State for his statement. Environment Agency data showed a 60% increase in serious pollution incidents last year, so the target of halving spills over five…21 Jul 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseStarting a family is a huge moment for all who choose to start one, and for those facing fertility issues a time that can be fraught with difficulties. IVF offers a beacon of…17 Jul 2025HANSARD NHS Pensions: Frontline Patient CareI thank the Minister for coming to the House to answer this urgent question. These administrative delays are deeply worrying. They make financial planning for those affected very…17 Jul 2025HANSARDRenewable Energy: Private Sector InvestmentPrivate sector investment via community energy schemes is a popular way of engaging people to get behind renewable energy projects in their area. A great example is Meadow Blue…15 Jul 2025