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HANSARD Domestic Abuse OffencesI thank the hon. Lady for sharing those statistics. More than a national crisis, this is a national emergency, and Women’s Aid has rightly declared it so. That is why it is now…17 Mar 2025HANSARD Domestic Abuse OffencesI thank my Justice Committee colleague for his intervention. Of course, domestic violence is a form of domestic abuse, but we must remember that domestic abuse covers so many…17 Mar 2025HANSARD Domestic Abuse OffencesThe hon. Member is absolutely right that domestic abuse is more than just an act; it is a campaign—a campaign of abuse, of misery and of an abuse of power by one or more people…17 Mar 2025HANSARD Domestic Abuse OffencesI thank my friend the hon. Member for his kind words, and I completely agree that all abusers, domestic or not, must face the full force of the law. It is critical that happens…17 Mar 2025HANSARDSentencing Council GuidelinesI would like to think that all in this House believe in equality under the law, in sentencing matters and otherwise, but it is clear that two-tier justice has existed in our…17 Mar 2025HANSARD Domestic Abuse OffencesIt is an honour to lead this debate on domestic abuse offences, and a particular honour to do so on the very spot from which I saw the most moving speech that I have ever seen in…17 Mar 2025HANSARDIndependent Sentencing Review: Interim ReportThe independent sentencing review and the Justice Secretary have been taking inspiration from Texas when it comes to reforming our criminal justice system. She might be aware that…11 Mar 2025HANSARDViolence against Women and GirlsOn behalf of the Liberal Democrats, I start by associating myself with the comments made at the beginning in relation to Joanne. So many victims and survivors rely on the victim…11 Mar 2025HANSARD Crime and Policing BillI will use my time to talk about domestic abuse. My mum and I know all too well what domestic abuse looks like, but I am sorry to say that the law does not go far enough to…10 Mar 2025HANSARDCourts and Tribunals: Sitting DaysTens of thousands of victims and survivors waiting for their day in court is one of the darkest legacies of the last Conservative Government. I feel that sincerely because, under…05 Mar 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT3. Swim England has an opportunity to allocate an underspend in the swimming pool support fund to project-ready pools such as Eastbourne Sovereign Centre, where I learned to…27 Feb 2025HANSARDRetail CrimeOne of the best ways of tackling retail crime and associated antisocial behaviour among young people is through targeted preventive work with at-risk pupils in schools. An example…24 Feb 2025HANSARD Arbitration Bill [Lords]I thank everyone to whom the Minister rightly gave recognition, particularly the behind-the-scenes officials whose work we do not often see, but without whom such landmark…11 Feb 2025HANSARD Arbitration Bill [Lords]I rise in support of this Bill, which introduces important measures to modernise our arbitration framework. We Liberal Democrats welcome the approach that the Government have…11 Feb 2025HANSARD English Devolution and Local GovernmentIt is disgraceful that Eastbourne Conservative councillors have voted for the cancellation of local elections in my town and in Sussex this May, with no consultation, no democracy…05 Feb 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe £80 million swimming pool support fund to help make pools more energy-efficient is facing a significant underspend before it expires in a few months’ time. Will the Minister…04 Feb 2025HANSARDPeople with Disabilities and Long-term Health Conditions: Work SupportFor 23 years, my constituent Timothy has attended Eastbourne’s Linden Court day centre for people with learning disabilities. Timothy’s mum, who is his sole carer, has spoken…03 Feb 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsOur precious high street in Eastbourne is blighted by the dilapidated Debenhams building on Terminus Road, whose owner has left it empty for years, attracting antisocial behaviour…30 Jan 2025HANSARDPublic Confidence in the Justice SystemConfidence in the criminal justice system can be achieved only if support for victims and survivors is adequately funded, but charities such as Victim Support, whose services I…28 Jan 2025HANSARDSupport for Domestic Abuse SurvivorsIn a recent written parliamentary question, I asked the Government how many domestic abusers there are in prison and what their reoffending rate is. Under the system this…28 Jan 2025