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HANSARDConflict in the Middle East: Cost of LivingI am grateful to the Chancellor for the work she is doing to protect us from the economic impacts of this war. One of my local farmers has been in touch about the impact on red…28 Apr 2026HANSARDAylesbury United Football ClubI present a petition about Aylesbury United football club on behalf of residents in Aylesbury and the villages. Aylesbury United, affectionately known as the Ducks, have played a…22 Apr 2026HANSARDBest Start Family Hubs11. What progress her Department has made on the roll-out of Best Start family hubs.20 Apr 2026HANSARDBest Start Family HubsI welcome the Government’s ambitious roll-out of Best Start family hubs, and I am thrilled that Elmhurst family centre in Aylesbury has been selected as Buckinghamshire’s first…20 Apr 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseI welcome the Government’s decision to introduce a cap on student loan interest rates for plan 2 borrowers. That is an important step towards easing the financial burden on…16 Apr 2026HANSARDMiddle EastThe humanitarian implications of this war are already severe. In Lebanon, 1 million people have been forced to flee their homes, including Palestinian and Syrian refugees who had…23 Mar 2026HANSARDRepresentation of the People Bill (First sitting)Q I think that you have welcomed votes at 16 as a major opportunity for democratic renewal, and I agree. I hope that the Bill will make it not only possible for 16 and…18 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastI thank the Foreign Secretary for her statement and in particular for her commitment to Lebanon, which does not want this war any more than we do. Others have also noted that…17 Mar 2026HANSARDParental Rights at Work1. What recent progress he has made on improving parental rights at work.12 Mar 2026HANSARDParental Rights at WorkThe Government are making great strides in improving parental rights at work, but for kinship carers it is still tough. In Aylesbury, I met a wonderful lady who has become the…12 Mar 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseLots of us in Aylesbury and the villages have watched the Channel 4 drama “Dirty Business”. One resident described it to me as harrowing, powerful and emotive, and they are right.…12 Mar 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI know that the Minister has been making progress with the review of the personal independence payment assessment. I hear from many people who struggle with the complexity and…09 Mar 2026HANSARDMiddle EastI thank the Prime Minister for his statement and his clarity on our adherence to international law. From Somalia to Afghanistan, Iraq and Libya, history shows us that military…02 Mar 2026HANSARDHughes Report: Second AnniversaryThis is about so many different aspects of support. One of the recommendations in the Hughes report that has been drawn to my attention is the one on housing, which is so crucial.…11 Feb 2026HANSARD Business of the HouseChurches are at the heart of our communities, and I have heard from residents who go to St Peter and St Paul’s in Wingrave, St Michael’s in Aston Clinton and St Mary’s in…05 Feb 2026HANSARD Armed Conflict: ChildrenMy hon. Friend is making an excellent speech on an important topic. She talks about the trauma of children living in war zones. According to UNICEF, 100% of children in Gaza face…04 Feb 2026HANSARDTown and City Centre SafetyIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Mr Dowd. Aylesbury has much to offer and huge potential, but we will fulfil that potential only if people feel safe when they are…03 Feb 2026HANSARD Police Reform White PaperI thank the Home Secretary for her action. One local farmer described to me the crime he has been experiencing, with gates cut open, crops damaged, and quad bikes and 4x4s stolen.…26 Jan 2026HANSARDHealth and Social CareWhat steps his Department is taking to improve maternity and neonatal care.26 Jan 2026HANSARDAnimal Welfare Strategy for EnglandIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Ms Lewell. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for South Derbyshire (Samantha Niblett) on securing the debate. Animal welfare…21 Jan 2026