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220 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDTopical QuestionsLots of High Peak parents have been contacting me concerned about the poor state of repair of many of our local children’s play areas, including at least one that has had to go…14 Jun 2021HANSARDUyghur Tribunal: LondonI congratulate my right hon. Friend the Member for Chingford and Woodford Green (Sir Iain Duncan Smith) on securing this urgent question and on his continued work in highlighting…14 Jun 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Restoration of GP ServicesWhat steps his Department is taking to support the full restoration of GP services as part of the covid-19 recovery.08 Jun 2021HANSARD Ajax ProgrammeI welcome the Government’s commitment to investing in our armoured fighting vehicles. It is vital that we never have a repeat of a situation where our armed forces personnel are…08 Jun 2021HANSARDCovid-19: Restoration of GP ServicesIf it is done right, we can use technology and data to improve healthcare services, improve patient outcomes and help to save lives, so I welcome the proposals for a new GP data…08 Jun 2021HANSARD Agricultural Exports from Australia: TariffsBusinesses across the High Peak would welcome a trade deal with Australia, and the opportunities and jobs that that would bring. Will my right hon. Friend reassure the hill…27 May 2021HANSARDCovid-19The experience over the last year has shown that local lockdowns are not effective, because cases simply rocket in the areas immediately outside the local restrictions. With that…25 May 2021HANSARD Covid-19 UpdateAs of last week, over 82,000 doses of the covid vaccine have been administered across the High Peak. It is an amazing achievement and I put on my record my thanks again to…17 May 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsTomorrow, I will be hosting a workshop between local disability support groups and the DWP in my constituency to discuss the Green Paper. Ahead of that meeting, will the Minister…17 May 2021HANSARDRural Transport ConnectionsWhat steps his Department is taking to improve transport connections in rural areas.29 Apr 2021HANSARDRural Transport ConnectionsAfter five years, Andy Burnham is finally getting on with franchising bus services in Greater Manchester, and this is a step that I broadly welcome. However, there are many towns,…29 Apr 2021HANSARDT-Levels: Industry PlacementsWhat steps his Department is taking to ensure that all students taking T-levels receive a high-quality industry placement.26 Apr 2021HANSARDT-Levels: Industry PlacementsI welcome the Government’s plan for jobs, which rightly prioritises technical education. Does the Education Secretary agree that investing in further education and T-levels in…26 Apr 2021HANSARD Business of the HouseLast night, there was yet another fire on the moors of the High Peak, on Tintwistle Low Moor. I pay tribute to Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, the Peak District Moorland Group…15 Apr 2021HANSARDCrime ReductionRecently, gangs of bicycle and car thieves have been targeting the High Peak, travelling into the area from Greater Manchester and Yorkshire. Derbyshire police is working hard to…22 Mar 2021HANSARDCrime ReductionWhat steps her Department is taking to reduce crime.22 Mar 2021HANSARDHuman Rights UpdateLast year, along with many other Members, I signed a joint letter organised by my hon. Friend the Member for Wealden (Ms Ghani) condemning China and calling for sanctions and an…22 Mar 2021HANSARDTransport ConnectivityPoliticians of all parties have been promising to build the Mottram bypass for more than 50 years. I am really pleased that Highways England and Balfour Beatty recently signed a…09 Mar 2021HANSARDTransport ConnectivityWhat fiscal steps his Department is taking to improve transport connectivity across the UK.09 Mar 2021HANSARDBudget Resolutions and Economic SituationDuring this moment of crisis and uncertainty, I believe this Budget strikes the right balance. It ensures that vital support continues for families and businesses, while being…08 Mar 2021