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HANSARD High Street Rental AuctionsI thank my hon. Friend for securing a debate on an important issue that is raised regularly with me in Stafford. I have spoken to a local small business owner, Alison, who is…26 Feb 2025HANSARDMovement of Horticultural GoodsThe Windsor framework was a distinct improvement on the old Northern Ireland protocol, but does the Minister agree that if we are to ensure the smoothest possible movement of…26 Feb 2025HANSARD SEND Education SupportSEND children are falling through the cracks. I have been told by a school in my constituency that it is experiencing a crisis, and is self-funding its own education, health and…25 Feb 2025HANSARDInstitute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill [Lords]The Bill is a crucial first step in the reform of the Government’s skills system. This Government are changing the narrative around skills. When I was younger, apprenticeships…25 Feb 2025HANSARDRural CrimeAntisocial behaviour in Tyrley, a small village in my constituency, has had a significant impact on the community. Small rural communities like these often feel overlooked and…24 Feb 2025HANSARDRural Crime11. What steps she is taking to reduce rural crime.24 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThis week, Pub Aid announced the finalists of the community pub hero awards. There were more than 1,000 entries, and I am over the moon to be able to say that the Bird in Hand pub…13 Feb 2025HANSARD Infected Blood Compensation SchemeI thank the Minister for his statement and update. In Stafford, Eccleshall and the villages, I have a constituent, Janet, who is in her 80s. She tragically lost her first and…13 Feb 2025HANSARD Border Security, Asylum and Immigration BillBefore I get to my main speech, I will say a few words on my position on migration. When I was growing up, my dad, who was a bricklayer, had to go and work in Germany because it…10 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseLike most MPs, one of my favourite things is to visit schools in my constituency. Recently, I was at Sir Graham Balfour school in Stafford where one of the students spoke to me…06 Feb 2025HANSARDViolence against Women and Girls: Prosecution Rates11. What steps she is taking to help increase prosecution rates for cases involving violence against women and girls.06 Feb 2025HANSARDViolence against Women and Girls: Prosecution RatesIn June 2024, 60% of rape investigations were closed because the victim dropped out. On top of that I have heard harrowing stories from my constituents who went to court over…06 Feb 2025HANSARDCoalfield CommunitiesI thank my constituency neighbour, my hon. Friend the Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme (Adam Jogee), for securing this debate. Stafford also has a proud coalfield history. Many of…06 Feb 2025HANSARDApprenticeshipsSorry; does my hon. Friend agree?04 Feb 2025HANSARDApprenticeshipsI thank my hon. Friend for securing the debate. The creative industries have been identified as a growth-driving sector, and I know the Government recognise the impact of the arts…04 Feb 2025HANSARDApprenticeshipsI welcome today’s debate and its focus on apprenticeships, which is so important. As my hon. Friend the Member for Peterborough (Andrew Pakes) suggested earlier, apprenticeships…04 Feb 2025HANSARD Education, Health and Care PlansThe last Conservative Education Secretary described SEND as a “lose, lose, lose” situation and, under the previous Government, she was right. I have a case in Stafford, now my…22 Jan 2025HANSARDEngagementsQ13. From Stafford to Eccleshall and Loggerheads, my constituents are sick and tired of having their properties and businesses devastated by flooding. The last Conservative…22 Jan 2025HANSARDArmed Forces Commissioner BillI would like to put forward my strongest support for the Armed Forces Commissioner Bill. This legislation marks a significant step forward in ensuring that our armed forces…21 Jan 2025HANSARD PlaygroundsI thank my hon. Friend the Member for Bournemouth East (Tom Hayes) for securing this debate on an important issue. Every child deserves the opportunity to play, not only for their…08 Jan 2025