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533 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDSentencing ReformIt is essential that the public have confidence in the sentencing decisions reached in our courts. Does my right hon. and learned Friend agree that an important element in that…18 May 2021HANSARD Covid-19 UpdateToday’s measures are very welcome in Aylesbury, with local pubs, restaurants, the museum and the cinema all eager to welcome back customers. Will my right hon. Friend reassure…17 May 2021HANSARD Violence in Israel and PalestineMembers of the Muslim community in Aylesbury are extremely distressed by recent events in East Jerusalem, describing this as a moment of deep anguish and sorrow. They want an…12 May 2021HANSARDGlobal Anti-Corruption SanctionsThe measures announced by the Foreign Secretary are extremely welcome, underlining the Government’s commitment to tackling corruption and its toxic impact on some of the poorest…26 Apr 2021HANSARDChildren with Special Educational Needs and DisabilitiesThe all-party parliamentary group for special educational needs and disabilities heard some very moving and sometimes concerning personal experiences from young people about the…26 Apr 2021HANSARDChildren with Special Educational Needs and DisabilitiesWhat steps his Department is taking to support children with special educational needs and disabilities.26 Apr 2021HANSARD Commission on Race and Ethnic DisparitiesI served on the Youth Justice Board with the chairman of the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities, Dr Tony Sewell. My experience was that he always acted with integrity and…20 Apr 2021HANSARDLocal Infrastructure InvestmentAylesbury has seen unprecedented housing growth over the past 25 years and we will see much more in the years to come. Our infrastructure is currently at breaking point, with…19 Apr 2021HANSARDCovid-19 UpdateStoke Mandeville Hospital in my constituency is home to the National Spinal Injuries Centre. Despite continuing to do excellent work throughout the pandemic, a particular…19 Apr 2021HANSARDLocal Infrastructure InvestmentWhat plans he has to increase investment in local infrastructure.19 Apr 2021HANSARD Chinese Government Sanctions on UK CitizensFreedom of speech is a fundamental part of our British democracy. Can my hon. Friend confirm that he unequivocally supports the right of Members of this House to criticise China…13 Apr 2021HANSARDNorthern IrelandDoes my right hon. Friend agree that the Belfast/Good Friday agreement has brought untold benefits to Northern Ireland over the past 23 years and that it is therefore the…13 Apr 2021HANSARD Speaker’s StatementFurther to that point of order, Mr Speaker. I am a new Member of this place, but even in my very brief time in politics, Dame Cheryl had a profound impact on me. I first met her…13 Apr 2021HANSARDHis Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of EdinburghI rise on behalf of my constituents to pay our tribute to His Royal Highness and our condolences to Her Majesty the Queen. Prince Philip made a notable solo visit to Aylesbury way…12 Apr 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsBucking- hamshire Council has done a remarkable job in distributing more than 95% of the additional restrictions grant funding that it has received from the Department, getting…23 Mar 2021HANSARDCrime ReductionOver the past year in Aylesbury Vale, robberies have fallen by 35% and many more criminals have been brought to justice for violent offences. Will my right hon. Friend join me in…22 Mar 2021HANSARDCrime ReductionWhat steps her Department is taking to reduce crime.22 Mar 2021HANSARD“A Smarter Approach to Sentencing” White PaperI thank the Lord Chancellor for that answer. Over the years that I have been involved in the criminal justice system, I have often been struck by the potential for technology to…16 Mar 2021HANSARD“A Smarter Approach to Sentencing” White PaperWhat progress his Department has made on the proposals in its September 2020 White Paper, “A Smarter Approach to Sentencing”. [R]16 Mar 2021HANSARDPolice, Crime, Sentencing and Courts BillI welcome this Bill, which fulfils manifesto promises on which I was elected and demonstrates this Government’s firm commitment to law and order. I declare relevant interests:…15 Mar 2021