Contributions
133 recent contributions in Hansard
HANSARDCOP29I welcome the Secretary of State’s statement and acknowledge that the UK is lucky to have unique resources that put us at the forefront of the energy transition. Does he…26 Nov 2024HANSARDIndependent Armed Forces Commissioner14. What progress he has made on establishing an independent armed forces commissioner.18 Nov 2024HANSARDIndependent Armed Forces CommissionerWill the Minister consider that it is right that the Armed Forces Commissioner be able to challenge Ministers, and increase parliamentary oversight of the issues that face our…18 Nov 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsT2. In Doncaster, we are proud to have an armed forces covenant co-ordinator, the fantastic Teresa Hodgson, and a Doncaster armed forces covenant board, which is a coalition of…18 Nov 2024HANSARD Kinship CarersDoes my hon. Friend agree that kinship carers like David and Pamela in my constituency not only should have equal access to vital financial allowances, but should get the training…13 Nov 2024HANSARD Rail PerformanceDoncaster has a long and historic relationship with the railways; we are home to both the Mallard and the Flying Scotsman. The financial sustainability and success of rail are…11 Nov 2024HANSARDIncome Tax (Charge)I am proud that our Labour Government are taking crucial steps towards fixing the foundations of our economy, while protecting working people and supporting struggling households.…04 Nov 2024HANSARDTopical QuestionsIn Doncaster, we have an innovative chamber of commerce and a fantastic set of local businesses. As well as the much-needed upgrade to workers’ rights, can the Minister update the…31 Oct 2024HANSARDHorseracingI thank the hon. Member for West Suffolk (Nick Timothy) for securing this debate. I refer Members to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. Horseracing is a…24 Oct 2024HANSARD Business of the HouseDespite warm words and promises from Ministers and indeed Prime Ministers in the last Government, Doncaster royal infirmary, for reasons that to this day are still unclear, was…10 Oct 2024HANSARD Renters’ Rights BillI rise to speak in support of the Bill, which will bring a range of positive and necessary reforms to the private rented sector. I welcome it wholeheartedly. The private rented…09 Oct 2024HANSARD Sir David Amess Adjournment DebateThank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. It is an honour to deliver my maiden speech in the Sir David Amess Adjournment debate, and to follow some truly inspirational maiden speeches by…12 Sept 2024HANSARD NATO and European Political Community MeetingsDoes the Prime Minister agree that we need a “NATO first” defence policy in the face of growing Russian aggression, as seen in Ukraine? Will he join me in paying tribute to the…22 Jul 2024