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HANSARDRare Cancers BillI am proud to share the Benches with all the hon. Members here. The advocacy that we have heard has been incredibly moving. My constituents Rosalind, Rob, Mark and Michelle asked…14 Mar 2025HANSARDArm’s-Length Bodies (Review) BillGiven the Prime Minister’s announcement yesterday, does the hon. Member welcome the announcement that the largest of those organisations is to be moved within ministerial and…14 Mar 2025HANSARDInstitute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill [ Lords ] (First sitting)On the shadow Minister’s previous point, I spoke to businesses in my constituency of Stafford, Eccleshall and the villages, and one pointed out to me that 90 pieces of paperwork…13 Mar 2025HANSARDInstitute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill [ Lords ] (First sitting)On the point about independence, the chair has been announced as Phil Smith, the former CEO of Cisco. Surely that in itself is a sign of significant independence.13 Mar 2025HANSARD Mental Health Support: Educational SettingsLast year, I met the parents of a young woman struggling with her mental health in my constituency. She was not in crisis, but she did need some additional support. Her school…13 Mar 2025HANSARD Mental Health Support: Educational SettingsThat is a salient point. Before I became an MP, I worked with young people in youth work. Increasingly over the last few years, mental health issues that we normally saw in…13 Mar 2025HANSARDYoung Carers: Educational OpportunitiesIt is estimated that there are around 2,000 young carers in Staffordshire, many of whom are hesitant to come forward for fear of disrupting their home lives. For those flying…13 Mar 2025HANSARD European Remembrance Day for Victims of TerrorismI thank the right hon. Member for Belfast East (Gavin Robinson) securing this debate. As part of the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee I met victims from all sides last week, but…11 Mar 2025HANSARD Crime and Policing BillI speak in full support of the Bill, which is a crucial piece of legislation that will help to deliver on the Government’s safer streets mission. I was incredibly proud to stand…10 Mar 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThis week, a youth strategy review was announced, which could not be more welcome in my constituency of Stafford, Eccleshall and the villages. According to Unison’s local…06 Mar 2025HANSARD North Sea EnergyWe are in the midst of yet another fossil fuel price spike, caused by our overreliance on international gas markets. Despite my constituency of Stafford, Eccleshall and the…06 Mar 2025HANSARDInternational Women’s DayI also thank my hon. Friend the Member for Brent East (Dawn Butler), who is an incredible activist for women. I cannot express what an honour it is to speak in today’s debate. My…06 Mar 2025HANSARDDepartment of Health and Social CareOn that point specifically, I was at my local hospital—County hospital, in Stafford—a couple of weeks ago, where I noticed that staff were still using paper to make notes on…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Renewables Obligation Certificate SchemeIt is an honour to serve under your chairship, Dr Murrison. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for South West Norfolk (Terry Jermy) for securing this debate on a subject that is…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Renewables Obligation Certificate SchemeTo clarify, is the Opposition’s position on the energy transition and energy security that the Government are moving too quickly for our country? Would they rather see a different…05 Mar 2025HANSARDDepartment of Health and Social Carerose —05 Mar 2025HANSARD Antisocial Behaviour and Illegal BikesWill the hon. Member give way?05 Mar 2025HANSARD River Wandle PollutionThe River Wandle, which sounds beautiful, does not run through my constituency, but the River Sow does. It was polluted by sewage 59 times in 2023, lasting a total of 816 hours.…05 Mar 2025HANSARD Women’s HealthIt is an honour to serve under your chairship, Dr Huq. I extend my thanks to my hon. Friend the Member for Hastings and Rye (Helena Dollimore) for securing this debate on such an…27 Feb 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseIn my constituency of Stafford, Eccleshall and the villages, residents of Parkside in Marston Grange are at a complete standstill. Years of roadworks have completely overwhelmed…27 Feb 2025