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HANSARD Sentencing BillI welcome the Minister’s comments on new clause 20 and a possible child protection register. My constituents Gemma Chappell and Rachael Walls have been campaigning for stronger…29 Oct 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseThe clocks turn back this Sunday and many children will soon go to school in the dark. The Child Brain Injury Trust has a campaign called GloWeek, which promotes high visibility…23 Oct 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsT6. Communities in my constituency have been devastated by the destruction of Shotley Park, a grade II listed building, in a recent fire. I understand that an investigation is…16 Oct 2025HANSARDYouth Services: FundingI welcome the Government’s work on the national youth strategy and their investment in youth services so far. How do they expect the move away from a one-size-fits-all approach to…16 Oct 2025HANSARDYouth Services: Funding7. What discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on levels of funding for youth services.16 Oct 2025HANSARDPoint of OrderOn a point of order, Madam Deputy Speaker. Members will be aware that the Upper Waiting Hall is this week hosting the Speak Their Name exhibition of suicide memorial quilts from…15 Oct 2025HANSARD Child Risk Disclosure SchemeI know that people in my hon. Friend’s community were also affected by the case. I certainly agree that the law would make a real difference to people and children in future. That…14 Oct 2025HANSARD Child Risk Disclosure SchemeI am glad to have my hon. Friend’s support in this campaign. As a police officer in Durham constabulary, Maya’s auntie Gemma is well acquainted with these laws and their pitfalls.…14 Oct 2025HANSARD Child Risk Disclosure SchemeI know that Gemma, Rachael and the family have been working together with other families who have been affected, including Tony’s family. What happened to him is absolutely…14 Oct 2025HANSARD Child Risk Disclosure SchemeMy hon. Friend makes a very good point. It is really important that we keep the focus on protecting our children and taking the steps we have outlined today. Although it is vital…14 Oct 2025HANSARD Child Risk Disclosure SchemeClearly, there is a whole lot of activity going on to improve child protection, but we think there are some significant gaps. Would the Minister be prepared to meet me and the…14 Oct 2025HANSARD Child Risk Disclosure SchemeI beg to move, That this House has considered the potential merits of a child risk disclosure scheme. It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Efford. The focus of…14 Oct 2025HANSARDCourt BacklogsSome cases are now being listed for 2029, which is completely unacceptable. How is the Secretary of State undoing the harm inflicted by the Conservative party not only on the…16 Sept 2025HANSARDCourt Backlogs7. What steps his Department is taking to reduce the Crown court backlog.16 Sept 2025HANSARD Business of the HouseSchool holidays are great, but they can be a really tough time for some families. Programmes such as the holiday activities and food programme help to bridge the gap by providing…11 Sept 2025HANSARD Suicide PreventionI thank the shadow Minister for his comments. There is no question but that we all want to work together to achieve the best outcome. May I remind him, however, that the £10…11 Sept 2025HANSARD Suicide PreventionI start by thanking my hon. Friend the Member for Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme (Lee Pitcher) for securing this important debate just one day after World Suicide…11 Sept 2025HANSARDEngagementsToday is World Suicide Prevention Day. It can be scary to talk about suicide, but we need to. So many of our constituents will know or love someone who has taken their own life,…10 Sept 2025HANSARDBetter Futures Fund15. What progress she has made on establishing the better futures fund.09 Sept 2025HANSARDBetter Futures FundOur North East Mayor, Kim McGuinness, is taking child poverty seriously, with the recent announcement of £28.6 million for the north-east child poverty action plan, including…09 Sept 2025