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HANSARD Transport in the South-EastDoes my hon. Friend share my concern about Hampshire county council’s amber rating? My constituents are extremely concerned about the money that repairs and accidents are costing…03 Feb 2026HANSARDCommonhold and Leasehold ReformSince I was elected, so many constituents have raised with me the absolute nightmare of being trapped in leasehold and fleecehold, so I wholeheartedly congratulate the Minister on…27 Jan 2026HANSARDLiving StandardsAs the Minister says, the previous Parliament was the worst on record for living standards, so my constituents—for many of whom the cost of living is the No.1 issue—welcome the…27 Jan 2026HANSARDLiving Standards7. If she will make an assessment of the potential impact of trends in the level of living standards on the economy.27 Jan 2026HANSARD Local Government ReorganisationI take issue with the absolute brass neck of the shadow Secretary of State, who talked about the Government putting pressure on local government finances and then devolving the…22 Jan 2026HANSARDWarm Homes PlanThe cost of living is the No. 1 issue for my constituents, so I welcome this record investment in warmer homes and lower bills. Measures such as zero-interest and low-interest…21 Jan 2026HANSARDTown of Culture and City of Culture Competitions11. What steps her Department is taking to help ensure that the new town of culture and UK city of culture 2029 competitions support communities.15 Jan 2026HANSARDTown of Culture and City of Culture CompetitionsBasingstoke has a rich cultural heritage, from world-class venues such as the Anvil and the Haymarket, to creative spaces such as Proteus Creation Space, heritage sites such as…15 Jan 2026HANSARD Offshore WindI congratulate the Secretary of State and his team on today’s announcement, not least because it draws such a stark contrast. He has announced the largest ever offshore wind…14 Jan 2026HANSARDCall for General ElectionOn people not being told about things at a general election, I wonder how many people were told in the 2019 election that the Prime Minister—then Boris Johnson—would be replaced…12 Jan 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsT3. Since 2021, energy network firms have pocketed £4 billion in excess profits under the previous price control regime, known as RIIO-2, set under the previous Government. Those…06 Jan 2026HANSARDCommunity Policing21. What recent steps her Department has taken to help increase levels of community policing.05 Jan 2026HANSARDCommunity PolicingHappy new year to you and your team, Mr Speaker. I welcome the Government’s neighbourhood policing guarantee, which puts named, contactable officers in every community, and indeed…05 Jan 2026HANSARDJane AustenDoes the Minister want to intervene on that point? No? I am sure he will elucidate that in good time. Austen’s enduring cultural impact is felt not only on a global scale, but…18 Dec 2025HANSARDJane AustenIt has been a delight to debate this subject under your chairmanship, Mr Efford. I thank all the contributors and the Minister in particular for making himself available to…18 Dec 2025HANSARDJane AustenI am sure that Austen would agree and, as we do not have a sea coast in Steventon, that she may have admired the hon. Gentleman’s area more than most. Local children in Steventon…18 Dec 2025HANSARDJane AustenI beg to move, That this House has considered the cultural contribution of Jane Austen. It is a delight to serve under your chairship, Mr Efford. I am really grateful to have been…18 Dec 2025HANSARD Conduct of the Chancellor of the ExchequerWill the right hon. Member give way?10 Dec 2025HANSARD Conduct of the Chancellor of the ExchequerWill the hon. Gentleman give way?10 Dec 2025HANSARD Conduct of the Chancellor of the ExchequerThe OBR told the Treasury Committee, on which I sit, that the narrative that the Chancellor set out on 4 November was consistent with the forecast at that time. When the OBR made…10 Dec 2025